STALKER 2 Has Been Nominated For 3 Major Categories At The Steam Awards 2024

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Finally Making It Up For Missing The Game Awards 2024!

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  • Stalker 2 has been a standout highlight of 2024, delivering on its promises.
  • While it missed out on the Game Awards 2024, the game has earned recognition at the Steam Awards 2024 with nominations in 3 categories.
  • The three categories are Game of the Year, Most Innovative Gameplay, and Outstanding Story-Rich Game.

2024 has been a remarkable year for the gaming industry, with Stalker 2: Heart of Chernobyl by GSC Game World standing out as one of its highlights. Following years of anticipation, the game finally debuted and delivered on its promises, with a few technical setbacks.

The game was ineligible for the Game Awards 2024 due to its late release date. However, it is still in the running for prestigious recognition at the Steam Awards 2024, securing nominations in three major categories: Game of the Year, Most Innovative Gameplay, and Outstanding Story-Rich Game.

Why it matters: GSC Game World has evidently poured a lot of effort into Stalker 2. Although missing the Game Awards was surely disappointing, these Steam Awards nominations undoubtedly validate the dedication and passion behind the title.

Steam Awards 2024 - GOTY Nominees
Steam Awards 2024 – GOTY Nominees

Voting for the Steam Awards 2024 has not yet begun, but it will soon from December 19 – 31, users would be eligible to vote for their favourite title that they deem best for the award it has been nominated for. 

Many have high hopes for Stalker 2 due to its compelling narrative and impressive visuals, and the title has even gotten praise from Phil Spencer. However, its future success remains uncertain, and we’ll have to wait to see the results.

Other games that have been nominated for the Game of the Year alongside Stalker 2 include Black Myth: Wukong, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Helldivers 2, and Balatro.

STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl
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While fans and developers remain optimistic, the competition won’t be easy, as Black Myth: Wukong and Helldivers 2 have also emerged as standout titles of 2024.

Who do you think will win the Game of the Year Award at the Steam Awards 2024? Let us know your answer in the comment section or join the discussion on the official Tech4Gamers forum.

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