The Game Awards 2024 nominees have been announced, and Black Myth: Wukong's inclusion in the Game of the Year category has sparked controversy. With a Metacritic score of 81, it's the lowest-rated game ever nominated for the prestigious award.
Gamers have pointed out that Wukong's score is significantly lower than other Game of the Year contenders:
- Astro Bot
- Balatro
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
- Metaphor: ReFantazio
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
Previously, Control and A Plague Tale: Requiem held the record for the lowest-rated nominees, both with scores of 82. Some believe Wukong's nomination came at the expense of more critically acclaimed titles like the Silent Hill 2 remake (86 on Metacritic).
The Game Awards 2024 ceremony will take place on December 12th (US Time), with viewer voting beginning December 9th.
