Baldur's Gate 3 Wins Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2023
Critics express disappointment at event's handling of award presentations and focus on advertisements over honoring game developers.
- Baldur's Gate 3 by Larian Studios wins Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2023, also taking home awards for Best Multiplayer and Best Community Support.
- Alan Wake 2 by Remedy Entertainment wins Best Game Direction, Best Narrative, and Best Art Direction.
- Critics express disappointment at the event's handling of award presentations, with developers given only 30 seconds to accept their honors and many awards announced in rapid-fire segments or during the pre-show.
- Several new games and updates announced during the event, including Light No Fire by Hello Games, Jurassic Park: Survival, and a new title from Hideo Kojima called OD.
- Concerns raised about the event's focus on advertisements and trailers over honoring game developers and addressing industry issues.
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