Indie Game Awards: Celebrate Creativity and Cheer for Indie Devs This Thursday

The Indie Game Awards are set to kick off this Thursday, December 19th, and it’s going to be a celebration you won’t want to miss.

This inaugural event is all about recognizing the incredible talent that indie devs bring to the table. The awards will honor some of the best games with categories highlighting innovation, storytelling, and artistry. Expect to see presenters from well-known studios like Black Salt Games, Raw Fury, and InnerSloth, adding a touch of star power to the evening.

The Game of the Year nominees are impressive, featuring standout titles like Canadian-made Balatro, Animal Well, and 1000xRESIST. These games have made waves in the community, and it’ll be thrilling to see which one takes home the coveted award.

You can watch the ceremony live at 4 PM PT / 7 PM ET on IGN’s YouTube channel.

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This is a chance to appreciate the hard work and passion that goes into indie game development. So grab your favorite snacks, settle in, and get ready for a night of fun and celebration in the world of indie gaming!

The 2024 IGA Game of the Year Nominees:

• 1000xRESIST - sunset visitor
• Animal Well - Billy Basso
• ARCO - Arco Team
• Balatro - LocalThunk
• Crypt Custodian - Kyle Thompson
• Lorlei and the Laser Eyes - Simogo
• Mouthwashing - Wrong Organ
• Neva - Nomada Studio
• Nine Sols - RedCandleGames
• UFO 50 - Mossmouth

About The Indie Game Awards
The Indie Game Awards is an annual awards-only event designed to honor excellence in indie gaming, featuring categories that highlight innovation, storytelling, artistry, and more. With developers at the forefront, The IGAs will spotlight the most compelling and groundbreaking titles from around the world. 

About Six One Indie
Six One Indie is a collective focused on offering a fresh approach to amplifying indie games, featuring showcase spotlights and in-depth commentary on the indie gaming and development scene. The team is dedicated to making the Six One Indie Showcase and The Indie Game Awards premier platforms for discovering, promoting, and celebrating indie games and the creative voices behind them. Learn more at www.sixoneindie.com.