Spider-Man 2, the latest sensation in the gaming world, has spectacularly swung to the top of the 27th annual DICE Awards nominations, showcasing its remarkable impact in the gaming community. The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences, responsible for this prestigious event, has recognized a total of 56 games across 23 categories, but it's Spider-Man 2 that's stealing the spotlight.
Spider-Man 2 has not just captured the hearts of gamers worldwide but also the attention of the jury, leading the pack with an impressive nine nominations. This includes a shot at the coveted Game of the Year award, where it faces stiff competition from titles like Alan Wake 2, Baldur’s Gate 3, Cocoon, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
While Spider-Man 2 leads, the competition isn't far behind. Alan Wake 2 is hot on its heels with eight nominations, followed by Baldur’s Gate 3 with seven, and Cocoon with six. Each of these titles brings something unique to the table, making this year's DICE Awards a highly anticipated event.
DICE Awards 2024 nominees
Outstanding Achievement in Animation
Final Fantasy 16
Hi-Fi Rush
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Mortal Kombat 1
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Outstanding Achievement in Art Direction
Alan Wake 2
Hogwarts Legacy
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Starfield
Outstanding Achievement in Character
Alan Wake 2 – Saga Anderson
Baldur’s Gate 3 – Astarion
Baldur’s Gate 3 – Karlach
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 – Miles Morales
Thirsty Suitors – Jala
Outstanding Achievement in Original Music Composition
Alan Wake 2
Diablo IV
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Planet of Lana
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Outstanding Achievement in Audio Design
Alan Wake 2
Cocoon
Hi-Fi Rush
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Outstanding Achievement in Story
Alan Wake 2
Baldur’s Gate 3
Dave the Diver
Thirsty Suitors
Venba
Outstanding Technical Achievement
Alan Wake 2
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Hogwarts Legacy
The Finals
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Action Game of the Year
Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon
Dead Space
Hi-Fi RUSH
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Remnant II
Adventure Game of the Year
Alan Wake 2
Cocoon
Dave the Diver
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Family Game of the Year
Disney Illusion Island
Fae Farm
Hello Kitty Island Adventure
Midnight Girl
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Fighting Game of the Year
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
Mortal Kombat 1
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
Pocket Bravery
Street Fighter 6
Racing Game of the Year
F-Zero 99
Forza Motorsport
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged
Lego 2K Drive
Role-Playing Game of the Year
Baldur’s Gate 3
Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
Diablo IV
Final Fantasy 16
Starfield
Sports Game of the Year
EA Sports FC 24
MLB The Show 23
WWE 2K23
Strategy/Simulation Game of the Year
Against the Storm
Cobalt Core
Dune: Spice Wars
The Last Spell
Wartales
Immersive Reality Technical Achievement
Asgard’s Wrath 2
Assassin’s Creed Nexus VR
Horizon: Call of the Mountain
Vertigo 2
We Are One
Immersive Reality Game of the Year
Asgard’s Wrath 2
Assassin’s Creed Nexus VR
Horizon: Call of the Mountain
Vampire: The Masquerade – Justice
Vertigo 2
Outstanding Achievement for an Independent Game
Cocoon
Dredge
El Paso, Elsewhere
Thirsty Suitors
Venba
Mobile Game of the Year
Gubbins
Hello Kitty Island Adventure
Honkai: Star Rail
Terra Nil
What the Car?
Online Game of the Year
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III
Diablo IV
Omega Strikers
Street Fighter 6
The FInals
Outstanding Achievement in Game Design
Baldur’s Gate 3
Cocoon
Dave the Diver
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Outstanding Achievement in Game Direction
Baldur’s Gate 3
Cocoon
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Game of the Year
Alan Wake 2
Baldur’s Gate 3
Cocoon
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
The DICE Awards ceremony is set to take place on February 15 at the Aria Resort in Las Vegas, promising to be a night of celebration and recognition for the best in the gaming industry.
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