The Game Awards: DLC, Expansions, Remakes, and Remasters: An Important Clarification on the Rules

Introduction

The Game Awards are one of the most prestigious events in the video game industry, and they are known for recognizing the best and brightest that the industry has to offer. However, there has been some confusion in the past about whether or not DLC, expansions, remakes, and remasters are eligible for nomination. In this article, we will clarify the rules regarding these types of games and provide some additional information about the Game Awards.

DLC and Expansions

DLC (downloadable content) and expansions are additional content that is released for a game after it has been released. DLC can range from small cosmetic items to large-scale expansions that add new gameplay content. Expansions are typically larger than DLC and can add new areas, characters, and story content to a game.

DLC and expansions are not eligible for nomination for Game of the Year or any other major award at the Game Awards. However, they may be eligible for nomination in the Best DLC/Expansion category.

Remakes and Remasters

Remakes and remasters are updated versions of older games. Remakes are typically complete overhauls of the original game, while remasters are typically more focused on improving the graphics and performance of the original game. Remakes and remasters often include new content, such as new graphics, new gameplay modes, and new levels.

Remakes and remasters are eligible for nomination for Game of the Year and any other major award at the Game Awards. However, they must be significantly different from the original game in order to be eligible. For example, a remake that simply updates the graphics of the original game would not be eligible for nomination, but a remake that adds new gameplay content or significantly changes the story would be eligible.

Conclusion

The Game Awards are a prestigious event that recognizes the best and brightest that the video game industry has to offer. DLC, expansions, remakes, and remasters are all types of games that can be released for a game after it has been released. DLC and expansions are not eligible for nomination for Game of the Year or any other major award at the Game Awards, but they may be eligible for nomination in the Best DLC/Expansion category. Remakes and remasters are eligible for nomination for Game of the Year and any other major award at the Game Awards, but they must be significantly different from the original game in order to be eligible.