Video games awards
Since the early days of video gaming history, the best of the best were awarded honors and accolades. Nowadays, video game awards are often seen on YouTube channels or even on TV, but in the past century (the 80s and the 90s) the primary source of golden medals was the plethora of video game magazines around. I'm talking about printed magazines like Edge, Crash, etc.; there was no Internet!
These are some of the many video game awards past and present, and the video games awarded (not only for DOS or Windows) are some of the best in the history of video gaming.
Every award list on Abandonware DOS was compiled by crossreferencing the official sites of each award and the Wikipedia. GOTY is an acronym that stands for Game Of The Year.
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1001 Video Games You Must Play Before You Die
hall of fame1001 Video Games You Must Play Before You Die is a book that compiles a list of notable video games from various platforms, genres, and time periods that are considered significant in the history and development of the medium. The book is part of the "1001 Before You Die" series, which covers a range of topics, including books, movies, and more.The ...Games awarded -
Abandonware DOS favorite games
awardIn my personal history with video games, there are many that would deserve the title of the best or at least my personal favorite. Creating the perfect ranking is difficult, and this one certainly isn’t. Many of these games have, over time, been recognized as milestones in their genre or even in gaming history, while others you may not even know, but they hold a high nostalgic value for me. I’ve decided to include ...Games awarded -
All-TIME 100 video games TIME.com
hall of fameThe All-TIME 100 video games is a list compiled by TIME magazine, one of the world's most renowned publications. Released in 2012, the list aims to highlight the most influential and significant video games of all time, spanning multiple platforms and genres.The All-TIME 100 video games list was curated by a team of journalists and gaming experts, who considered various factors such as cultural impact, innovation, gameplay, and historical significance when selecting ...Games awarded -
BAFTA Interactive Entertainment Awards
awardThe BAFTA Interactive Entertainment Awards were an annual event hosted by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). These awards recognized and celebrated achievements in the field of interactive entertainment, including video games, virtual reality experiences, and other forms of interactive media.The BAFTA Interactive Entertainment Awards honored excellence in various categories such as Best Game, Best British Game, Artistic Achievement, Audio Achievement, Game Design, Game Innovation, and ...Games awarded -
CODiE Awards
awardThe CODiE Awards, also known as the SIIA CODiE Awards, are an annual awards program that recognizes excellence in software, information, and education technology industries. The awards are organized by the Software and Information Industry Association (SIIA), a trade association representing software and digital content companies.The CODiE Awards honor products and services across a wide range of categories, including software applications, mobile apps, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, educational ...Games awarded -
Electronic Games Arcade Awards
awardThe Electronic Games Arcade Awards, also known as the Electronic Games Awards or simply the Arcade Awards, were an annual awards ceremony that recognized achievements in the electronic gaming industry during the 1980s and 1990s. The awards were organized by Electronic Games magazine, which was a prominent publication during that era.The Electronic Games Arcade Awards honored outstanding games and game-related products in various categories, including Best Arcade Game, Best ...Games awarded -
Electronic Gaming Monthly Game of the Year
GOTYElectronic Gaming Monthly (EGM) is a long-running video game magazine that has been in circulation since 1989. EGM has awarded a "Game of the Year" title to select video games based on their annual assessments.EGM's "Game of the Year" award is given to the game that the magazine's staff considers the best overall game released within a specific year. The award takes into account various factors ...Games awarded -
Eurogamer Game of the Year
GOTYEurogamer is a prominent gaming website that covers the latest news, reviews, and features in the gaming industry. Each year, Eurogamer awards a "Game of the Year" title to the game that they consider the best release of that particular year.The Eurogamer "Game of the Year" award is chosen by the website's editorial team, who evaluate games based on various criteria including gameplay, design, innovation, ...Games awarded -
Game Critics Awards (E3)
awardThe Game Critics Awards is an annual awards program that recognizes outstanding achievements in the field of video games at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3). E3 is one of the largest and most influential gaming conventions where game developers and publishers showcase their upcoming titles and innovations.The Game Critics Awards are determined by a panel of leading media outlets and journalists within the gaming industry. These outlets and journalists ...Games awarded -
Game Informer Game of the Year
GOTYGame Informer is a popular video game magazine published by GameStop. Each year, the magazine selects a "Game of the Year" title, recognizing what they consider to be the best video game released within that particular year.The Game Informer "Game of the Year" award is determined by the magazine's editorial staff. They assess games based on a variety of factors, including gameplay mechanics, graphics, sound ...Games awarded -
Game Informer Greatest Games (pre-1996)
GOTYGame Informer has published several lists highlighting the "Greatest Games" of all time. These lists are curated by the magazine's staff and aim to recognize and celebrate the most influential and significant video games across various platforms and eras.The Game Informer "Greatest Games" lists typically feature a selection of titles that have made a lasting impact on the gaming industry and have garnered critical acclaim. ...Games awarded -
Games Magazine Game of the Year award
GOTYGames Magazine was a well-known American publication primarily focused on puzzles and games rather than video games. It first launched in 1977, and its content included a range of puzzles such as crosswords, logic puzzles, word games, and other types of brainteasers. Each issue featured a mix of interactive puzzles and articles about different types of games, including board games, card games, and tabletop games.While it wasn't specifically about video games, Games Magazine did sometimes cover them, ...Games awarded -
Gamespot Game of the Year
GOTYThe winners of the GameSpot Game of the Year are chosen by GameSpot editors.Games awarded -
Gamespot Greatest PC Games of all Time
awardThe winners of the GameSpot Game of the Year are chosen by GameSpot editors.The complete awards list from archive.org: http://www.gamespot.com/gamespot/features/all/greatestgames/Games awarded -
GameSpy's 25 Favorite PC Games of the '90s
hall of fame"The 1990s were landmark years for PC gaming, giving rise to three of the most deeply ingrained genres on the platform, and delivering memorable classics in the role-playing and adventure genres that the PC had long been known for. To celebrate this monumental decade we've put together some reflections on our 25 favorite PC games of the '90s, as selected by GameSpy's editorial staff, and we'll be sharing them with you over ...Games awarded -
GameSpy's Greatest PC Games of All Time: The '80s
hall of fameThis is a special feature of the popular (and old!) video games site GameSpy. These games were handpicked by the GameSpy staff to be part of the best PC games published in the 80s.GameSpy Online, often referred to as GameSpy, was a division of IGN Entertainment that provided a wide range of online gaming services and features. It was known for its multiplayer gaming services and community-building tools. GameSpy was widely used ...Games awarded -
Golden Joystick Awards
awardThe Golden Joystick Awards, also known as the "People's Gaming Awards," are one of the oldest and most prestigious video game awards ceremonies. They have been held annually since 1983 and are organized by the British magazine GamesRadarThe Golden Joystick Awards are unique because the winners are determined by public voting. Gamers from around the world have the opportunity to vote for their favorite games and game-related categories, ...Games awarded -
Interactive Achievement Awards (IAAs)
awardThe Interactive Achievement Awards (IAAs), now known as the D.I.C.E. Awards, are an annual awards ceremony honoring outstanding achievements in the video game industry. The IAAs were established by the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS) in 1998 to recognize excellence in various categories within the gaming industry.The awards cover a wide range of categories, including game design, art direction, sound design, storytelling, and gameplay ...Games awarded -
Mobygames Game of the Year
GOTYMobygames is perhaps the biggest video game database on the Internet, as many of you already know. What you might not know is that Mobygames has a Games Of The Year award... well... sort of. The "best games" are automatically chosen among the ones with the highest critic scores. That's why the GOTY chart can change from time to time.Official site:Games awarded -
Omni Magazine Game of the Year
GOTYOmni Magazine was a science and science fiction magazine that ran from 1978 to 1995 in print, with a later online version that lasted until 1997. The magazine also included interviews with leading scientists, futurists, and thinkers, making it a rich source of information for readers interested in the intersection of science, technology, and the future. The magazine was the brainchild of publisher Bob Guccione and his wife, Kathy ...Games awarded -
Rock Paper Shotgun Greatest PC games of all time
hall of fameIn 2017 Rock Paper Shotgun compiled a list of the 75 greatest PC games of all time. While a majority of them were published in recent years, there are quite a few good old classics we know and love.Games awarded -
Spotlight Awards (GDC)
awardThe Spotlight Awards, also known as the Independent Games Festival (IGF) Spotlight Awards, are a component of the Game Developers Conference (GDC) and are dedicated to celebrating and honoring independent video games.The Spotlight Awards recognize standout achievements in the indie game development community across various categories. These categories often include Best Visual Art, Best Audio, Best Design, Best Narrative, and the prestigious Seumas McNally Grand Prize, which is awarded ...Games awarded