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2014 D.I.C.E. Award Nominees Announced

The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences has revealed the nominees for the 17th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards, set to take place during the D.I.C.E. Summit. The Last of Us has emerged as the front-runner with an impressive 13 nominations, closely followed by BioShock Infinite, Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, and Tearaway, all garnering multiple nods.

Excitement Builds for the Awards Night

On February 6, gaming enthusiasts can tune in to watch the live stream of the awards show. Broadcasting from the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, the event promises an exciting evening, coinciding with the Oscars. The live stream will start at 7:30pm PT/10:30pm ET on that day.

The Categories in Focus

Here is a condensed list of some of the award categories. For a comprehensive list, keep an eye on the official D.I.C.E. site, where the full details will soon be made available.

Game of the Year

  • Assassin’s Creed: IV Black Flag
  • Bioshock Infinite
  • Grand Theft Auto V
  • The Last of Us
  • The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds

Outstanding Achievement in Game Direction

  • Brothers – A Tale of Two Sons
  • Grand Theft Auto V
  • Papers, Please
  • Tearaway
  • The Last of Us

Outstanding Innovation in Gaming

  • Grand Theft Auto V
  • Papers, Please
  • Tearaway
  • The Last of Us
  • The Stanley Parable

Adventure Game of the Year

  • Assassin’s Creed: IV Black Flag
  • Tearaway
  • The Last of Us
  • The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
  • Tomb Raider

Action Game of the Year

  • Battlefield 4
  • Bioshock Infinite
  • Dead Rising 3
  • DmC: Devil May Cry
  • Resogun

Downloadable Game of the Year

  • Brothers – A Tale of Two Sons
  • Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon
  • Gone Home
  • Papers, Please
  • The Stanley Parable

Online Game of the Year (New category that doesn’t require release within the 2013 calendar year)

  • Battlefield 4
  • Borderlands 2
  • Diablo III
  • The Last of Us
  • World of Tanks

The Selection Process Unveiled

Wondering how the nominees were chosen? The Academy’s Peer Panels, consisting of experienced and talented professionals from the game industry, played and evaluated the titles to determine the final nominees. Following this, the Academy’s 22,000+ members voted to determine the winners, ensuring a secure voting process where the winners are only announced on the evening of the show.

Our Perspective

Similar to the Game Developers Choice Awards, the D.I.C.E. Awards are voted on by industry professionals. It comes as no surprise to see many nominees from the GDC awards and our personal favorites on this list as well.

FAQs

Q: When and where will the D.I.C.E. Awards take place?
A: The D.I.C.E. Awards will be held on February 6 at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas during the D.I.C.E. Summit.

Q: Can I watch the awards show online?
A: Yes, you can watch a live stream of the event at 7:30pm PT/10:30pm ET on February 6.

Q: Who determines the winners of the D.I.C.E. Awards?
A: The winners are determined by the votes of the Academy’s 22,000+ members, which includes experienced and talented professionals from the game industry.

Conclusion

The 2014 D.I.C.E. Award nominees have been announced, and excitement is building for the upcoming awards show. With top contenders like The Last of Us and BioShock Infinite, it’s sure to be a night to remember. Stay tuned for the winners, which will be revealed during the evening of the show. In the meantime, mark your calendars for February 6 and get ready to celebrate the best in gaming. For more information, visit the official D.I.C.E. Awards website.