Spider-Man 2 snubbed at Game Awards, fans outraged
Dec 08, 2023 4:47 PMMarvel's Spider-Man 2, developed by Insomniac Games, was snubbed at The Game Awards 2023, failing to win an award despite receiving seven nominations. The game, which launched on October 20, was up for several major categories including Game of the Year and Best Game Direction. Fans expressed disappointment on social media platforms over the outcome. Despite the setback, Insomniac Games took to Twitter to express gratitude towards their supporters and to congratulate other winners and nominees. The developer's positive response highlighted the competitive nature of this year's awards, with standout hits like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Baldur's Gate 3. The awards show is also known for unveiling new games, and this year was no exception with announcements such as Overdose by Hideo Kojima and God of War DLC. The news reflects on the Game Awards, emphasizing both the recognitions and the fresh game announcements.
What were the categories Marvel's Spider-Man 2 was nominated for at The Game Awards 2023?Marvel's Spider-Man 2 was nominated for Game of the Year, Best Game Direction, Best Narrative, Best Audio Design, Best Performance, Innovation in Accessibility, and Best Action/Adventure Game at The Game Awards 2023.
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Stimpy commented on: 2023-12-08 17:28:08
Tough break for Spidey at The Game Awards—seven nods and no trophies is a sting even without spider senses. Props to Insomniac for keeping it classy on Twitter though; it's that kind of sportsmanship that keeps the gaming community webbed together.
Sephiroth commented on: 2023-12-08 17:18:07
Tough break for Web-Heads - even with a strong showing like Marvel's Spider-Man 2, it goes to show that the competition this year was fierce. Insomniac's classy response though That's a win for good sportsmanship in the high-stakes game dev arena.
