Industry and Fans
The Game Awards brings the industry and fans together to celebrate. There are trade shows such as E3, Gamescom, and TGS, yes, but those are more about showing off new things and convincing fans around the world that they need to buy them. Award shows may have advertising, but that’s not their primary focus (at least it isn’t when it’s done right).
These events are about looking back on the year and acknowledging all of the hard work put into creating the entertainment that so many of us enjoy. Fans sit with actors and developers in suspense as nominees are presented and winners are chosen. It’s all about the fun and excitement for everyone, a day where a break can be taken from constant coding, or awaiting your favorite game. A day where everyone can sit together and say we are gamers.
