CDKeys
Game Awards
2024
Celebrating the best in gaming.
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About the CDKeys Game Awards
The CDKeys Game Awards 2024 is a celebration of 2024’s most exciting, innovative, and unforgettable games. From discovering our favourite games to celebrating remarkable individuals for their contributions to the industry, we’re here to honour the titles that shaped the way we play, connect, and escape.
This is your chance to shine a spotlight on the games that left a lasting impression.

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Explore Categories
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Best Esports Game
Best Esports Game
Celebrating the ultimate competitive title that redefines excellence in esports gaming.


GOTY 2024
GOTY 2024
The title that set the standard for excellence in 2024

Best Indie Game
Best Indie Game
Recognising innovation and creativity from independent developers

Best Horror Game
Best Horror Game
Spine-chilling titles that kept us on edge.

Best Multiplayer Game
Best Multiplayer Game
Outstanding multiplayer experiences that brought gamers together

Best Action/Adventure Game
Best Action/Adventure Game
Thrilling stories and gameplay that kept us immersed.

Best Sports/Racing Game
Best Sports/Racing Game
Top-tier sports and racing titles that got our hearts racing.

Best Sim/Strategy Game
Best Sim/Strategy Game
Thought-provoking games that challenged our minds.

Most Anticipated Game of 2025
Most Anticipated Game of 2025
Celebrating the games we can't wait to play next year.

Best Adaptation
Best Adaptation
Honoring games that successfully made the leap to other media.

Recognition Award
Recognition Award
Honouring an exceptional individual whose voice, talent, and contributions have left an indelible mark on the video game industry.
Best Esports Game
Celebrating the ultimate competitive title that redefines excellence in esports gaming.
Nominees

League of Legends

PUBG

STREET FIGHTER 6

Valorant

Counter-Strike 2

Dota 2

Mobile Legends Bang Bang
GOTY 2024
The title that set the standard for excellence in 2024
Nominees

Black Myth: Wukong

Astro Bot

Silent Hill 2

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

Metaphor: ReFantazio

Balatro

Helldivers 2

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2

Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

Tekken 8

Persona 3 Reload

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
Best Indie Game
Recognising innovation and creativity from independent developers
Nominees

Animal Well

Balatro

Manor Lords

Pacific Drive

The Plucky Squire

Satisfactory
Best Horror Game
Spine-chilling titles that kept us on edge.
Nominees

Silent Hill 2

Sons of the Forest

Still Wakes the Deep

Crow Country

The Outlast Trials

Alone in the Dark
Best Multiplayer Game
Outstanding multiplayer experiences that brought gamers together
Nominees

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

Helldivers 2

Super Mario Party Jamboree

Tekken 8

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2

EA Sports College Football 25
Best Action/Adventure Game
Thrilling stories and gameplay that kept us immersed.
Nominees

Astro Bot

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

Silent Hill 2

Star Wars Outlaws

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

WARHAMMER 40,000: SPACE MARINE 2

Black Myth: Wukong

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

Persona 3 Reload

Metaphor: ReFantazio
Best Sports/Racing Game
Top-tier sports and racing titles that got our hearts racing.
Nominees

F1 24

EA Sports FC25

NBA 2K25

Topspin 2K25

WWE 2K24

EA SPORTS COLLAGE FOOTBALL 25
Best Sim/Strategy Game
Thought-provoking games that challenged our minds.
Nominees

Age of Mythology Retold

Frostpunk 2

Kunitsu-Gami Path of the Goddess

Manor Lords

Unicorn Overlord

Satisfactory
Most Anticipated Game of 2025
Celebrating the games we can't wait to play next year.
Nominees

Doom: The Dark Ages

Ghost of Yotei

Grand Theft Auto 6

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

Monster Hunter Wilds

Fable
Best Adaptation
Honoring games that successfully made the leap to other media.
Nominees

Arcane

Fallout

Knuckles

Like a Dragon: Yakuza

Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft

Borderlands
Recognition Award
Honouring an exceptional individual whose voice, talent, and contributions have left an indelible mark on the video game industry.
Winner

Christopher Judge - Actor
CDKeys is honoured to award Christopher Judge the Recognition Award for his exceptional contributions to the gaming world.
Best known for his unforgettable portrayal of Kratos in the God of War series, Judge has set new standards for emotional depth in acting. His powerful performances have brought complex characters to life, inspiring fans and creators alike.
From his legacy on television as Teal’c in Stargate SG-1, to his roles in other iconic games like World of Warcraft and Marvel’s Avengers, Judge’s ability to convey stoic characters with rich emotional undercurrents has left a lasting impact on storytelling across mediums. This award not only celebrates his past achievements but also honours his enduring influence in entertainment.
FAQ
When does voting start and end?
Voting opens 3rd February 2025 8AM GMT and closes on 14th February 2025 12PM GMT. Be sure to cast your votes before the deadline!
How do I vote for my favourite games?
You can vote by clicking the “VOTE NOW” buttons within each category. Simply select your favourites from among the nominees and submit your choices.
Can I vote more than once?
Each person is allowed one vote per category to ensure fairness in the results.
How are the winners decided?
The winners are chosen based on a weighted system: 50% public votes, 25% CDKeys votes, and 25% partner votes.
When will the winners be announced?
The winners will be revealed during the CDKeys Game Awards live stream on 21st February 2025 7 PM GMT on the CDKeys official YouTube and Twitch channels. Stay tuned for updates!