Like every year, the gala Game rewards and his reward to GOTY 2024. On this occasion, the December 13 at 1:30 p.m. (peninsular time), its physical headquarters being at Peacock Theater Los Angeles. During this gala, video games will be exhibited best rated by the international press so far this year (although titles released in December 2023 would be included), as well as a few surprises will be presented. From the Xbox area, we wanted take stock on the reason for their nomination and on the merits of submitting a candidacy. Additionally, we will mention a series of games that, from our point of view, could also be fighters or, at least, get a nomination.
The titles nominated for GOTY 2024 are as follows:
- Astro Bot (PS5)
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (PS5, PC)
- Metaphor Re:Fantazio (Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC)
- Dark Myth: Wukong (PS5, PC)
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree (Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC)
- Balatro (Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, PC)
Without further ado, let's give a brief description of each nominated title.
Astrobot
Astrobot was launched on the market last September 6. This title of adventure and platforms developed by Team Asobi This left locals and foreigners speechless. There are several reasons why this video game is among the list of candidates to win the GOTH. But the imagination and respect for the history of one of the consoles most appreciated by fans such as PlayStationthey did each level was experienced as a distinct adventure. With a duration that is not excessive, this allows the adventure to never seem repetitive, quite the contrary.
Astrobot It's one of those adventures that had a conceptual design for platformers, which are so rare today in the video game industry and for which all of us who are fans of this genre are so grateful.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
After a more than remarkable remake of Final Fantasy VIIhe February 29 This year, we were able to benefit from the delivery of this new trilogy. In the 90s, Square-Enix brought us this acclaimed title in its original version, capturing the majority of players already fans of this legendary saga and bringing in those who had not yet immersed themselves in it. Today, two decades later, We relived an adventure that made us shed more than one tear in the past. We will leave the city and visit an open world with a multitude of tasks and unforgettable stories.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth It's a unique adventure, with an artistic component and a soundtrack worthy of this great fantastic saga.
Metaphor Re: Fantazio
Studio Zero makes us reach Metaphor Re: Fantazioa game reminiscent of the famous franchise of Character released on October 11but with its singularities. This Fantasy RPG This leads us to make a series of decisions accompanied by our companions to embark on a journey that could be of no return. The country of Eucronia is located in constant danger and we must be their savior. With this premise begins an adventure that will take us through many phases with their more than 100 hoursif we want to get the most out of this video game.
Metaphor Re: Fantazio came to stay and stand in the name of the saga Character A one of the best RPGs of 2024 without a doubt. Analysis in the Xbox zone.
Dark myth: Wukong
Published and developed by Game science, Dark myth: Wukongreleased on August 20is one of the more worthy adversaries for these rewards GOTH. The gender like a soul It's sweet, and in recent years there have come a multitude of titles that have something to add to the genre. But this time, the apprentice can surpass the master in this area. action video game with RPG aspects. This adventure takes us through Chinese mythologywhere we will encounter a multitude of contingencies and experience one of the best final boss fights of the genre.
Dark myth: Wukong can cause a sensation thanks to its reimagining of the genre like a souland what can I say about his impeccable graphic/artistic section.
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
From the software sends us its DLC (released on June 21) about the GOTH 2022, Elder Ring. We cannot say much about this work which has captivated fans of this great genre created by Miyazaki. But here we find one of those level designs that only he has in mind. We move from an open world to a slightly more limited worldbut full of surprisesas per usual. In addition, the challenge will be enormoussince the difficulty level of this expansion (but not necessarily) is perceived as a little more demanding.
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree could be the first GOTH It's definitely not a complete game, but it has enough going for it thanks to its length and quality. Analysis in the Xbox zone.
Balatro
In this list of GOTY 2024 We have a candidate who has sparked more than one controversy. LocalThunk throw away the past February 20 Balatroa card game based on a experience roguelike. The principle is simple, even if the execution doesn't seem to be. We will have to generate synergies with our deck to win. Additionally, the flow of the game could vary significantly due to the use of wild cards or discard piles. He has a mode campaign that has high replayability thanks to its eight difficulty levels.
Balatro He's one of this edition's most controversial nominees, but that doesn't mean we can pass up the opportunity to give him a chance.
The big absences in this GOTY 2024
And, as happens every year, we find a series of video games whose absence of these nominations generates great controversy. Following, Some of these titles are displayed that, although they have been nominated for other awards, we think they might well have a place here:
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
- Silent Hill 2
- Like a dragon: infinite wealth
- Dragon's Dogma 2
- Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
Next December 13 at 1:30 p.m. We will dispel doubts and see who, in the end, will take home the prize. Best Game of the Year 2024 Award.
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