> The Game Awards 2024 showcased the best in the gaming industry, with the results streamed live on various platforms, including Twitch, X, and Facebook. **Astro Bot** emerged as the standout title of the night, winning four awards, including the prestigious **Game of the Year**.  Other Game of the Year nominees were not left empty-handed. Indie hit **Balatro** won three awards, while Atlus's fantasy RPG **Metaphor: ReFantazio** also secured three nods, including Best Narrative. **Helldivers 2** and **Black Myth: Wukong** each took home two awards, and **Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth** won for Best Music and Score. Check out the complete list of winners from The Game Awards 2024 below: - ## Game of the Year - **WINNER: \*[Astro Bot](https://www.polygon.com/review/447564/astro-bot-review)\*** - *[Balatro](https://www.polygon.com/reviews/24084564/balatro-review-poker-game-deck-building-roguelite)* - *[Black Myth: Wukong](https://www.polygon.com/review/440941/black-myth-wukong-review)* - *[Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree](https://www.polygon.com/reviews/24180518/elden-ring-shadow-of-the-erdtree-review-dlc-fromsoftware)* - *[Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth](https://www.polygon.com/reviews/24078968/final-fantasy-7-rebirth-review)* - *[Metaphor: ReFantazio](https://www.polygon.com/review/461096/metaphor-refantazio-review-ps5-ps4-xbox-pc)* ## Best Game Direction - **WINNER: \*Astro Bot\*** - *Balatro* - *Black Myth: Wukong* - *Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree* - *Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth* - *Metapahor: ReFantazio* ## **Best O**ngoing Game - **WINNER: \*[Helldivers 2](https://www.polygon.com/game/helldivers-2/40933)\*** - *[Destiny 2](https://www.polygon.com/24164318/campaign-mechanics-raid-final-shape-interview-bungie)* - *[Diablo 4](https://www.polygon.com/reviews/23739085/diablo-4-review-release-date-mmo-pc-open-world)* - *Final Fantasy 14* - *Fortnite* ## **Best Art Direction** - **WINNER: \*Metaphor: ReFantazio\*** - *Astro Bot* - *Black Myth: Wukong* - *Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree* - *[Neva](https://www.polygon.com/review/465091/neva-review-nomada-devolver-digital)* ## **Best Mobile Game** - **WINNER: \*Balatro\*** - *AFK Journey* - *Wuthering Waves* - *[Zenless Zone Zero](https://www.polygon.com/24191095/zenless-zone-zero-zzz-beta-review-hoyoverse)* - *Pokémon TCG Pocket* ## Best Narrative - **WINNER: \*Metaphor: ReFantazio\*** - *Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth* - *[Like a Dragon: Infinte Wealth](https://www.polygon.com/24047430/like-a-dragon-infinite-wealth-review-pc-xbox-ps5)* - *[Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2](https://www.polygon.com/reviews/24161007/hellblade-2-senuas-saga-review-xbox-series-x-pc-microsoft)* - *[Silent Hill 2](https://www.polygon.com/review/460647/silent-hill-2-sh2-remake-review-ps5-pc)* ## **Best Performance** - **WINNER: Melina Juergens, \*Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2\*** - Briana White, *Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth* - Hannah Telle, *Life is Strange: Double Exposure* - Humberly Gonzalez, *Star Wars Outlaws* - Luke Roberts, *Silent Hill 2* ## **Best Score & Music** - **WINNER: \*Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth\*** - *Astro Bot* - *Metaphor: ReFantazio* - *Silent Hill 2* - *[Stellar Blade](https://www.polygon.com/reviews/24137538/stellar-blade-review-shift-up-playstation-5)* ## Best Audio - ***WINNER: [Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2](https://www.polygon.com/reviews/24161007/hellblade-2-senuas-saga-review-xbox-series-x-pc-microsoft)*** - *Astro Bot* - *Call of Duty: Black Ops 6* - *Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth* - *[Silent Hill 2](https://www.polygon.com/review/460647/silent-hill-2-sh2-remake-review-ps5-pc)* ## **Best Adaptation** - **WINNER: [Fallout](https://www.polygon.com/24122477/fallout-tv-series-review-prime-video-show)** - *[Arcane](https://www.polygon.com/tv/479775/arcane-league-of-legends-season-2-vi-jinx-act-2-review)* - *[Knuckles](https://www.polygon.com/24140560/knuckles-cast-adam-pally-kid-cudi-interview)* - *[Like a Dragon: Yakuza](https://www.polygon.com/tv/473741/amazon-yakuza-like-dragon-adaptation-good-season)* - *[Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft](https://www.polygon.com/animation-cartoons/462663/tomb-raider-netflix-lara-croft-after-survivor-trilogy)* ## Best Multiplayer - **WINNER: \*Helldivers 2\*** - *Call of Duty: Black Ops 6* - *[Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2](https://www.polygon.com/gaming/447285/warhammer-40k-space-marine-2-review)* - *[Super Mario Party Jamboree](https://www.polygon.com/review/466520/super-mario-party-jamboree-review-nintendo-switch)* - *[Tekken 8](https://www.polygon.com/reviews/24046939/tekken-8-review-heat-story-fighting-games)* ## Best Independent Game - **WINNER: \*Balatro\*** - *[Animal Well](https://www.polygon.com/reviews/24151337/animal-well-review-pc-ps5-switch)* - *[Lorelei and the Laser Eyes](https://www.polygon.com/reviews/24156442/lorelei-and-the-laser-eyes-review-steam-pc-nintendo-switch)* - *[Neva](https://www.polygon.com/review/465091/neva-review-nomada-devolver-digital)* - *[UFO 50](https://www.polygon.com/review/452079/ufo-50-review-pc)* ## Debut Indie Game - **WINNER: \*Balatro\*** - *Animal Well* - *Manor Lords* - *Pacific Drive* - *The Plucky Squire* ## Most Anticipated Game - **WINNER: \*Grand Theft Auto 6\*** - *Death Stranding 2: On the Beach* - *Ghost of Yotei* - *Metroid Prime 4: Beyond* - *Monster Hunter Wilds* ## Best Role-Playing Game - **WINNER: \*Metaphor: ReFantazio\*** - *Dragon’s Dogma 2* - *Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree* - *Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth* - *Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth* ## Games for Impact - **WINNER: \*Neva\*** - *Closer the Distance* - *[Indika](https://www.polygon.com/24167443/indika-video-game-movies-cinematic)* - *[Life Is Strange: Double Exposure](https://www.polygon.com/review/472549/life-is-strange-double-exposure-review-ps5-pc-xbox-switch)* - *Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2* - *[Tales of Kenzera: Zau](https://www.polygon.com/reviews/24134916/tales-of-kenzera-zau-review-ps5-switch-pc-xbox-series-x)* ## Content Creator - **WINNER:** **CaseOh** - Illojuan - Techno Gamers - TypicalGamer - Usada Pekora ## Best Action/Adventure - **WINNER: \*Astro Bot\*** - *Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown* - *Silent Hill 2* - *Star Wars Outlaws* - *The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom* ## Best Action - **WINNER: \*Black Myth: Wukong\*** - *Call of Duty: Black Ops 6* - *Helldivers 2* - *Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2* - *Stellar Blade* ## Best Fighting - **WINNER: \*Tekken 8\*** - *Dragon Ball Sparking Zero* - *Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising* - *Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection* - *Multiversus* ## Innovation in Accessibility - **WINNER: \*Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown\*** - *Call of Duty: Black Ops 6* - *Diablo 4* - *Dragon Age: The Veilguard* - *Star Wars Outlaws* ## Best Community Support - **WINNER: \*Baldur’s Gate 3\*** - *Final Fantasy 14* - *Fortnite* - *Helldivers 2* - *No Man’s Sky* ## Best Family Game - **WINNER: \*Astro Bot\*** - *Princess Peach Showtime* - *Super Mario Party Jamboree* - *The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom* - *The Plucky Squire* ## Best Sim/Strategy Game - **WINNER: \*Frostpunk 2\*** - *Age of Mythology Retold* - *Kunitsu-Gami Path of the Goddess* - *Manor Lords* - *Unicorn Overlord* ## Best Sports/Racing - **WINNER: \*EA Sports FC25\*** - *F1 24* - *NBA 2K25* - *Topspin 2K25* - *WWE 2K24* ## Best VR/AR Game - **WINNER: \*Batman: Arkham Shadow\*** - *Arizona Sunshine Remake* - *Asgard’s Wrath 2* - *Metal: Hellsinger VR* - *Metro Awakening* ## Best Esports Game - **WINNER: \*League of Legends\*** - *Counter Strike* - *Dota 2* - *Mobile Legends Bang Bang* - *Valorant* ## Best Esports Athlete - **WINNER: Faker** - 33 - AleksiB - Chovy - Zywoo - Zmjjkk ## Best Esports Team - **WINNER: T1, \*League of Legends\*** - Bilibili Gaming, *League of Legends* - Gen.G, *League of Legends* - Navi, *Counterstrike* - Team Liquid, *Dota 2* ## The Game Changer Award This first-time award for The Game Awards was given to Amir Satvat, in honor of his commitment to helping game developers affected by layoffs and studio closures find jobs through a job database. ## Players’ Voice This award allowed for multiple rounds of voting starting on Dec. 2. - **WINNER:** ***Black Myth: Wukong*** - *Wuthering Waves* - *Elden Ring: Shadows of the Erdtree* - *Genshin Impact* - *Zenless Zone Zero*

> Everyone loves free stuff, whether it's real or virtual! Fun-filled cosmetics are a major draw of Fortnite, making it an exciting day when a new free skin, glider, or pickaxe is introduced into the battle royale. Once again, Fortnite is rewarding players with free skins for completing specific objectives. Fortnite's battle royale mode has seen tremendous success recently, with over **14 million** participants in the finale of its Chapter 2 Remix season, setting a new record for concurrent players. Epic Games has been busy with the December update, launching Chapter 6 of the battle royale and rebranding *Lego Fortnite to Fortnite Lego Odyssey*. They’re also introducing a new social experience called Brick Life and the Ballistic mode, a 5v5 tactical shooter. Plus, the recently released Fortnite OG mode lets players experience the game as it was at launch.  In this update, players can unlock two skins for free. The first is **Mr. Dappermint**, a whimsical Christmas character that was previously available in the item shop but is now free to claim. The second skin, **Chord Kahele**, adds even more variety to your wardrobe. So how to unlock them for **Free**? ## How to Unlock Mr. Dappermint in Fortnite  To unlock Mr. Dappermint, you'll need to link your Epic Games account with your LEGO account. Here’s how to do it: 1️⃣ **Sign In**: Go to the Epic Games website and sign into your Epic account. 2️⃣ **Account Management**: Navigate to the "Account Management" section. 3️⃣ **Link with LEGO**: Click on "Apps and Accounts" and then select "Link With LEGO." 4️⃣**Create LEGO Account**: If you don’t have a LEGO account, you may need to create one during this process, but it’s quick and easy. ## How to Unlock Chord Kahele in Fortnite  Unlocking the Chord Kahele outfit is a bit more challenging compared to Mr. Dappermint. Here’s what you need to do: 1️⃣ **Use a Mobile Platform**: You'll need to earn XP specifically on a mobile device, such as an Android phone. This challenge cannot be completed on gaming consoles like PlayStation or Xbox. 2️⃣ **Download Fortnite**: Make sure you have Fortnite downloaded on your mobile device to access the game and start earning XP. Epic Games has indeed been generous with free cosmetics lately, especially with the recent opportunity for players to earn a skin of the late artist Juice WRLD in Fortnite. As the yearly seasonal event, **Winterfest**, approaches, players can look forward to even more free cosmetics and exciting content. This influx of free items has generated significant excitement within the community, as fans eagerly anticipate what Epic Games will unveil next. With so much on the horizon, many players are eager about the future of Fortnite and the new experiences that await them in the game! > appid=com.chairentertainment.Fortnite > appid=com.epicgames.fortnite > appid=com.lego.city.my_city2 > appid=com.storytoys.lego.duplo.world.kids.play.free.friends.animals.android.googleplay 

> Tried reinstalling bigo live but couldn’t find it in the App Store Bigo Live, a widely recognized social live-streaming platform developed by Bigo Technology Pte Ltd, has faced significant challenges regarding its availability in major app stores. Recently, the app was removed from both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store on a global scale, although it continues to be accessible on Google Play，albeit under scrutiny.This situation has sparked concerns among users about the platform's future and accessibility. This is not the first time Bigo Live has encountered such challenges. The platform has previously faced bans in various countries due to issues related to content and compliance with local regulations. These concerns often revolve around the nature of the content shared by users and the platform's adherence to laws governing digital communication. As Bigo Live navigates these ongoing regulatory hurdles, it will need to enhance its content moderation practices and compliance measures to maintain its presence in the competitive landscape of social media and live streaming. > appid=sg.bigo.live - **When you try to open Bigo on App Store, you'll see this:**  - **And when it comes to Google Play, it'll be like this （without the install button):**  ## Why BIigo Removed from the App Store and Google Play? ### Compliance Issues  The recent removal of Bigo Live from both the App Store and Play Store has been attributed to non-compliance with advertising regulations and potential violations of content guidelines established by Google. Reports suggest that the app may have hosted offensive video content, prompting stricter enforcement of policies by these platforms. In addition to Bigo Live, a significant number of live-streaming social apps have also been removed from app stores, including prominent products like LiveMe and MICO LIVE. These apps primarily operate in 1V1 and live-streaming formats. Due to their user-generated content (UGC) and high-frequency user interaction, social and live-streaming apps often become key targets for regulatory scrutiny by national and regional authorities. This situation underscores the importance for app developers to pay close attention to the app store ecosystem and emerging policy trends. The consequences of having an app taken down can be substantial, affecting both user engagement and revenue. Therefore, before launching new applications, it is essential to thoroughly review all policies and guidelines set forth by platforms like Google Play to ensure compliance and avoid potential pitfalls. Staying informed about regulatory changes can help developers mitigate risks and maintain their app's availability. ### Previous Bans Bigo Live has a documented history of being banned in several countries due to various concerns. In 2016, the platform faced sanctions in Indonesia for allegedly hosting pornographic content. More recently, in 2020, Bigo Live was included in India's list of banned applications, primarily due to national security concerns. The Indian government cited that the app posed risks to the country's sovereignty and integrity, highlighting the ongoing challenges that Bigo Live and similar platforms encounter in navigating regulatory landscapes across different regions. ## Impact on Bigo Users and Market The removal of Bigo Live from the App Store and Play Store has left many users frustrated, particularly those who rely on the platform for live-streaming and content creation. Many streamers have expressed concerns about the implications of this ban on their livelihoods, as they depend on the app for income. The sudden loss of access has prompted discussions about the sustainability of their streaming activities and the potential for financial instability. Despite its absence from the ecosystems of Google Play and Apple, Bigo Live continues to function on Android devices, which may lead to a shift in user demographics. Some iOS users might consider switching to Android to maintain access to the service, reflecting a potential change in the platform's user base. Bigo Technology has publicly stated that it respects local laws and intends to comply with all regulatory requirements, emphasizing its commitment to user privacy and security while awaiting further clarity from authorities regarding the situation. In response to past bans, Bigo has shown a willingness to temporarily withdraw its applications from specific markets until compliance issues are resolved. This proactive approach suggests that the company is determined to maintain its global presence while adhering to local regulations, demonstrating a commitment to both its users and the legal frameworks within which it operates. ## Bigo-alike Apps Removed from Play Store The same issue happens to these apps，If your app not working on your phone, try a trusted third-party source, for example, APKHUB. > appid=com.cmcm.live > appid=com.mico > appid=com.sgiggle.production > appid=com.wheat.mango