Game Awards Expands GOTY Eligibility to Include DLC, Remakes, and Remasters
TL;DR
The Game Awards has updated its rules to allow DLCs and expansions to be eligible for Game of the Year nominations, sparking debate over whether such content should be considered standalone games. This change comes as Elden Ring's expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, is highly acclaimed, but some argue that expansions requiring the base game should not qualify for GOTY. The rule change does not guarantee nominations, and the decision remains controversial among gamers and industry professionals.
- ‘Shadow Of The Erdtree’ Now Eligible For GOTY Under New Game Awards Rules Forbes
- Game Awards confirms Elden Ring DLC (and any DLC) is GOTY eligible Polygon
- The Game Awards: date, time and where to watch the GOTY nominees Marca.com
- The Game Awards states DLC, remakes and remasters all eligible in all categories My Nintendo News
- “This is a whole messy can of worms”: Many Gamers are Pissed as Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Gets Confirmed for Game of the Year 2025 Eligibility imdb
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