Today we reflect on the year-in-gaming, 2024. All of the SG contributors come together along with the Bitcast panel to make their selections across 22 categories. Given the wide array of games and interests among the staff, we treat this as a celebration rather than “awards.” As always, we hope you enjoy!
“Here Comes a New Challenger!”
Our contributors’ favorite game released in 2024 that was also a new IP
“Kept You Waiting, Huh?”
Our contributors’ favorite expansion or single DLC addition released in 2024
“Rip and Tear, Until It Is Done”
Our contributors’ favorite live-service and/or on-going content delivery in 2024
“You Know, All That Mattered to Me Was Loyalty”
Our contributors’ favorite character who first made their appearance in a game released in 2024
“Stay Awhile and Listen”
Our contributors’ favorite soundtrack composed of original music for a game released in 2024
“I Can Respect It”
The best game released in 2024 that would normally be outside of the contributors’ scope of interest but was appreciated anyway
“Here We Go Again”
Our contributors’ favorite remake or remaster released in 2024
“It’s Dangerous To Go Alone. Take This!”
Our contributors’ favorite game released in 2024 to simply get away from it all
“The Rodriguez”
Our contributors’ favorite game released in 2024 that won’t win any game of the year awards but was enjoyed thoroughly regardless
“Hey You. You’re Finally Awake”
Our contributors’ favorite game released in 2024 that wasn’t initially anticipated but ended up being truly loved
“There’s Always a Lighthouse”
Our contributors’ favorite game released in 2024 with the most impactful or memorable story
“Wind’s Howling”
Our contributors’ selection for the game released in 2024 with the most impressive or interesting digital world
“If You Miss It, You Must Be Blind”
Our contributors’ favorite artistic direction in a game released in 2024
“Wake Me When You Need Me”
Our contributors’ favorite game released in 2024 that is most enjoyed with friends and/or family
“I Need a Weapon”
Our contributors’ favorite competitive multiplayer game released in 2024
“Everyone is the Hero of Their Own Story”
Our contributors’ favorite game released in 2024 that they’re likely to play for years
“Would You Kindly?”
Our contributors’ favorite game released in 2024 that they wish more people would play / have played
“Do Not Be Sorry. Be Better”
The release in 2024 that the contributors haven’t played and feel is their largest gap
“Forefathers, One and All, Bear Witness”
Our contributors’ favorite game they played in 2024 that was released prior to the year
“I Gave You All I Had. I Did”
Our contributors’ favorite game released in 2024 they began but didn’t end up finishing
“Flawless Victory”
Our contributors’ favorite overall game of the year in 2024
“Praise the Sun!”
Our contributors’ most anticipated game currently scheduled for release in 2025
