Given that the name of our website is Lords of Gaming, it may be surprising to see a Movie of the Year category. Yet, we appreciate the kinds of experiences that cinema can offer that games do not. The ability to craft a well-written and complete story in a two hour chunk for instance. Movies had a...
Indie games have evolved substantially from the days of a single developer toiling away into the late hours of the night. They may not have the budgets to compete on pure graphics with the big guns, but they have a heart that can not be matched. There is something special about a small team working...
Building something out of nothing is incredibly difficult. The creative liberty that comes with not being constrained by pre-existing IP can be exhilarating but also terrifying. New IP are a rarity in the AAA space these days. Yet each one brings a breath of fresh air to the space. Watching a new...
Games are nothing without the people behind them. In this second year of the pandemic, it is more important than ever to take a moment to celebrate the people that keep us sane in these trying times. Developer of the year can encompass many things beyond just the product they put on the screen,...
As an adult with two young children and a full-time job, it can be tough to balance all these aspects let alone find some time to game. That is why this award is important. The average age of gamers has steadily increased over the years. Now, it sits at 34 years in the US. Most probably have...
To be a recipient of moment of the year, a game has to make us put the controller down. It has to give us pause and make us wonder if any game has ever done anything like that before. It could be a moment of shock and awe. It could be a moment of genuine surprise. It could be a moment of despair,...
Best live game is a difficult category to define. Games these days release all manner of microtransactions, NFTs, expansion packs, costumes, season passes, and more. A live game has to keep their player base engaged beyond the campaign or initial rush of multiplayer euphoria. It depends on the...
Games have always had great characters. Though the way we interact with, talk to, and get to know these characters has evolved with technology, some things are eternal. Great characters have iconic designs. Designs such that they are recognizable, cosplay worthy and iconic. Great characters have...
Best multiplayer is an award that encompasses many different aspects of play. Competitive and cooperative. Team based or free for all. It is somewhat unique this year in that the two best games were the unanimous choices and they represent the best of multiplayer gaming. They showcase what is...
Performance is a loaded term. So much goes into capturing the look and feel of a character in games these days. Vocal performances can add texture and nuance to a script that would otherwise be unremarkable. Motion capture can make what would be stiff feel real. Vocal performances in games require...