Spider-Man 2 has taken the lead at the DICE Awards with a sweeping nine nominations. The nominees for the 27th Annual DICE Awards were announced on January 10th, with the ceremony scheduled for a livestream on February 15th. Joining Spider-Man 2 in the spotlight were Alan Wake 2 and Baldur's Gate 3 with eight and seven nominations, respectively. The awards also feature a diverse range of categories including technical achievements, animation, art direction, character, music composition, and several genre-specific game of the year awards. High anticipation surrounds the announced categories with a variety of games recognized for their contributions to the industry.

Which games are nominated for the Game of the Year at the DICE Awards?

The Game of the Year nominees at the DICE Awards include Alan Wake 2, Baldur’s Gate 3, COCOON, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Background on Marvel's Spider-Man 2: Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is the sequel to the highly acclaimed Marvel's Spider-Man released in 2018 and its follow-up expansion Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Developed by Insomniac Games, the series has been praised for its narrative, web-slinging mechanics, and open-world representation of New York City. These games have contributed significantly to the superhero genre within video gaming, setting a high standard for character development and interactivity in narrative-driven titles.