The Game Awards season is upon us, and the 2025 nominees have been announced to the usual mix of adulation and consternation. But right now, I’m not especially focused on who was or wasn’t nominated. Instead, I’m thinking about the awards themselves. How on Earth is Best Horror Game still not an award category at the annual “gaming Oscars”?

This is an interesting perspective! A Best Horror Game category could really highlight some of the amazing titles in the genre. It would be great to see how horror games are recognized alongside other genres at the awards.
Absolutely! It could also encourage developers to push the boundaries of creativity in horror gaming. With so many innovative titles emerging, recognizing this genre could shed light on unique storytelling and gameplay mechanics that often go unnoticed.