The Game Awards is an annual occasion the place the distinctive exhausting work and dedication of lots of of builders are ostensibly acknowledged on the grandest stage that the online game business has. However it additionally serves because the place the place the way forward for the business is teased, with trailers showcasing what’s in retailer for the following few months and years. To make all of it occur, there are commercials performed between trailers and awards, whereas mainstream celebrities seem to try to herald eyes from past our nook of the leisure panorama.
The Game Awards is an thrilling occasion that has additionally been criticized for the stability it strikes between all these goals and items of the present. 2023’s occasion, specifically, has drawn criticism for the dearth of time that builders got to speak when accepting awards on stage, in addition to the truth that many builders, video games, and groups’ achievements have been quickly cycled by as interstitial moments. In the meantime, celeb company had prolonged intervals of time to meander their approach by incidental and unimportant chatter at their leisure.
The Game Awards is an occasion that takes place at a scale that no different yearly gaming awards present can match. In some ways, it is also the primary of its kind–an Oscars-inspired ceremony within the gaming area. Errors are going to occur. The perfect we will hope for is that those that set up it see the responses and tackle them accordingly, because it has completed previously.
Nonetheless, 2023’s present was a 12 months by which builders have been slighted and lots of did not get to have their time within the highlight. As a solution to rectify this, nonetheless, GameSpot determined to succeed in out to each winner at The Game Awards and provides them a possibility to say their piece. Our buddies at IGN have additionally completed this, and though most of the responses are the identical, we predict it is nonetheless essential to publish them as a present of assist to those who make the video games we love, together with a number of hundred Baldur’s Gate 3 builders at Larian who’ve shared their ideas.
When contacting these groups, we inspired them to hunt out contributions from anybody and everybody that labored on the sport and will have one thing they wish to say. Under you will discover the responses we obtained.
Greatest Impartial Game: Sea of Stars, Sabotage Studios
Thanks a lot. I have been outspoken all through improvement that Sea of Stars is a sport that is extremely private to me. It might be exhausting to place into phrases how a lot it implies that the group allowed me to share this imaginative and prescient after which poured themselves into it to such an extent. That’s one thing I’ll always remember. We’re all so fortunate to do what we love, and I attempt to hold that reminder shut each day that I’ve the privilege to make video games.
Like many productions, it has been a really difficult and fulfilling journey. Everybody from the group at Sabotage has poured in an unbelievable quantity of coronary heart and soul on this little world we created, and it’s a actual delight to see everybody that gathered to rejoice it. Shoutout to our companions Du Coup Animation for his or her wonderful job on the cinematics, and to Kowloon Nights for believing in us from day one. And lastly, an enormous heat hug to all our followers for his or her unbelievable assist because the sport was introduced. Thanks! — Thierry Boulanger, Co-Founder & Artistic Director at Sabotage Studios and Game Director on Sea of Stars
Video games for Influence: Tchia, Awaceb/Kepler Interactive
This has an particularly symbolic place in my coronary heart, as a result of the primary time we revealed Tchia was on this present, and again then we could not consider that a little bit piece of New Caledonian tradition was, for the primary time, being broadcast to tens of millions of individuals world wide. We have been extremely proud then, and even prouder right now.
There are numerous individuals I would wish to thank:
- Thierry Boura and Marilou Lopez, for taking that leap of religion with me.
- My Awaceb household, for his or her belief and unbelievable expertise.
- Alexis Garavaryan, for in some way believing on this loopy mission.
- Everybody at Kepler who I really like dearly.
- Greg Rice for noticing Tchia so early, and everybody at PlayStation.
- Because of the Game Awards for celebrating video games like ours, and congratulations to the opposite nominees who deserve this simply as a lot.
- And most significantly, I would wish to thank the entire inhabitants of New Caledonia for championing and embracing Tchia all alongside.
This award is not only a celebration of what we made, it’s gas to maintain going, and to maintain telling tales which might be deeply ours, believing they’ll hold resonating with all of you.
Thanks, Merci, Oléti! — Phil Crifo, Artistic Director at Awaceb and Game Director on Tchia
Greatest Combating Game: Road Fighter 6, Capcom
In a area of robust titles showing in recent times, we’re very grateful to be chosen Greatest Combating Game. All the opposite nominated preventing video games are wonderful and shine brilliantly. I wish to specific my honest gratitude to the gamers and to the members of the event group who labored so exhausting to carry the following chapter of the Road Fighter collection to life. We is not going to be complacent and can proceed to develop the sport and supply the perfect expertise attainable to our followers. Thanks very a lot on your continued assist. — Takayuki Nakayama, Director, Road Fighter 6
“Thanks very a lot for selecting Road Fighter 6 for Greatest Combating Game. I used to be moved by the loud cheers within the theater after we received the award. I’m stuffed with gratitude to the members of the event group who took on many challenges and to everybody who has performed the sport. We are going to proceed to make Road Fighter 6 extra thrilling for gamers to take pleasure in, so please sit up for it!” — Shuhei Matsumoto, Producer, Road Fighter 6
Greatest VR/AR Game: Resident Evil Village, Capcom
It’s such a privilege to be chosen as Greatest VR/AR sport. From the solitude of the snowy mountains to the ornate fantastic thing about the citadel, and the intimidating immensity of Woman Dimitrescu, moving into the sneakers of Ethan Winters and seeing the sport’s world from his perspective within the PSVR2 model of Resident Evil Village is a novel and unforgettable expertise. We significantly admire and thanks for all of the assist! – The Resident Evil Village Growth Workforce
Greatest Neighborhood Help, Gamers’ Voice, Greatest Multiplayer Introduced by Discord, Greatest RPG, Game of the 12 months — Baldur’s Gate 3, Larian Studios
From the very first sport I coded on my ZX81 to right now, the one factor I’ve by no means grown uninterested in is seeing gamers benefit from the video games I work on. The bit that modified is the quantity of individuals it’s worthwhile to make these video games. That is why I rely myself very fortunate to be surrounded by such an extremely gifted group who constantly shock me with their craft. It offers me nice confidence that I am going to be capable of proceed seeing gamers benefit from the video games I work on. — Swen Vincke
Because of everybody who performed. When you joined us at launch, afterwards, or caught by 3 years of Early Entry! — Julian A
For a very long time I assumed I would should compromise loads when going into the video games business. At Larian nonetheless, my job consists of pondering of loopy concepts for the sport and conjuring them into actuality. The ‘Sure, and’ philosophy of BG3 is so distinctive. Workforce!! — Miquel S
Largest prize but for me is listening to individuals speak in regards to the sport and with the ability to say “you already know, I have been a part of it!” — Joe S
After I was 15, I instructed a pal “I wish to research Laptop Science to make videogames.” He remembered it to me not too long ago and it felt full circle. The actual fact it is with a third a part of a collection I’ve at all times cherished is the icing on the cake. — Sergi D
I am nonetheless amazed of what now we have completed collectively and the way a lot love the neighborhood has proven. [It’s] a reminder to myself about why I select sport dev and what makes it so wonderful. — Adrià S
This was my first, delivered, mission within the video video games business. However, even after getting all these prizes, I nonetheless worth any remark from my buddies greater than any GOTY. “I really like this a part of the sport”, “This quest was so humorous”, “I did not sleep one evening as a result of I used to be taking part in it.”. These are my reward. — Roldán GP
I at all times dreamt of giving again to the gaming neighborhood all that enjoyment I felt by the years taking part in RPGs. Because of Larian [I] now I really feel like I’ve, and I am unable to cease feeling I nonetheless have a lot extra to give–a literal dream come true. To gaming, to RPGs!!! — Martin M
Years in the past, I’d have by no means believed I’d be working in direction of making one of many best video games ever made. And now, at any time when I see individuals having fun with it throughout, it looks like a dream come true! — Nadia B
Game Dev has been a dream of mine since I used to be a child. I am endlessly grateful for working together with such passionate individuals and to household and buddies which have supported me. Desires come true. — Victor H
I’m blown away by your entire creativity, silliness and heartfelt moments. RPGs have been an enormous a part of me and I by no means imagined I would sometime be part of them too. Cheers to this wonderful group! You’ve got all made this attainable, thanks <3 — Anna G
By no means in my wildest goals did I think about that I would be part of one thing as particular as Baldur’s Gate 3. Being a part of this wonderful group of individuals fills me with satisfaction and pleasure! — Adrián C
Tremendous pleased with being a part of this humongous piece of atemporal artwork which is Baldur’s Gate 3. And the group…. rattling, what a group! Actually going to overlook it <3 — Edu R
I’ve at all times dreamt of engaged on a sport that might make individuals pleased like so many video games made me pleased. Life aim achieved! — Pol JA
I’ve seen every kind of individuals get hooked on BG3. Me, even not being an enormous fan of CRPGs, have ended up contemplating BG3 as my favourite sport. I really feel very proud to be a part of this. — Arnau F
My best ardour has at all times been video video games. In my wildest goals, I might have by no means imagined that the geeky child would sooner or later be a part of probably the greatest video games in historical past and the perfect sport of the 12 months 2023. Thanks, Larian, for this unbelievable alternative! — Alejandro A
That was fairly a experience. It is refreshing to see that there are nonetheless devoted avid gamers on this world who genuinely admire good video games. — Dmitrii N
Going into this business, I used to be very fearful of my future. Larian singlehandedly dispelled my fears, allowed me to satisfy my childhood dream of creating video video games, and received me a GOTY underneath my belt. It is wonderful to be part of this TEAM! — Josep L
Working with these individuals makes it very, very exhausting to be cynical. – Ruairí M
The actual reward is with the ability to play this sport with the individuals I really like. Besides with my ferrets. They have not discovered methods to play a CRPG but. — Nico F
I would not be right here with out the assist of many individuals, however I wish to thank particularly my dad and mom who trusted my late-night laptop shenanigans earlier than beginning my profession, after which my superior spouse and daughter who unconditionally supported me whereas not taking the best life-decisions. But in addition to the various companions I had on this loopy journey: TEAM. — Tony C
What an unbelievable expertise engaged on BG3! I really feel grateful to have been a part of such gifted and passionate group, and to the gamers who’ve supported the sport and made it successful with inspiring ardour and enthusiasm. — César S
What an journey! Now we have fought as a group and have ended up growing a sport that can be remembered for years. I’m very pleased with your complete group and the gamers who’ve trusted us. — Jorge FH
Being a part of Larian and BG3 has been superior. Thanks TEAM! — Juanjo G
Thanks for enjoying the sport and sharing all of your tales! Please hold arising with all of the bizarre methods to resolve the quests and break the sport, and I promise it is not going to disappoint! *Harvard FTW! — Vladimir
A effectively deserved recognition for all these wonderful individuals behind Baldur’s Gate 3, their expertise and love mixed collectively made the sport value all of the rewards, and we’re all proud and pleased that there are such a lot of individuals who really feel the identical approach! — Anna Okay
I began gaming at 4 because of Tremendous Mario and at 9 I made a decision to be a sport developer due to Zelda. Being a part of the wonderful group of BG3 and profitable a GOTY over each of them is an ASTONISHING expertise. This group makes goals come true. — Marc V
It is unusual engaged on Baldur’s Gate 3 each day, after rising up taking part in the primary. To see the sport explode throughout all platforms, and actually resonate with gamers –it means an excellent deal to see it grow to be profitable. — Lewis B
That is a type of uncommon tasks that basically make you’re feeling pleased with what you do. Engaged on BG3 has been an incredible expertise and the Larian group is unquestionably AAA. Could not be happier! — David O
This sport offers me pinch-me moments virtually each day. Proud to go from fan to being a tiny a part of it and work alongside a number of the most passionate individuals ever. What a sport, what a neighborhood, what a group!! — Lisa Okay
Baldur’s Gate 3 fulfilled a dream that was planted in me since my childhood. The enjoyment of reaching the end line with this unbelievable group is indescribable. — Di Y
After a lifetime of being a nerdy one and feeling loopy for caring this deeply about gaming, getting recognition from followers and buddies lastly made my world make sense. Go be superior, all of you. — Kristijan L.
Baldur’s Gate 3 gave me a spot to channel my chaotic vitality into one thing constructive. It had nowhere else to go. — Michael D
BG3 taught me when to commit and when to let go. However the perfect lesson was studying methods to belong to one thing greater than myself. — Alek S
I actually hoped the sport would join with others throughout the unknown; it feels beautiful to see that connection grow to be actual. — Sarah B
5 years of labor on Baldur’s Gate 3 looks like nothing anymore in comparison with the common play time most sink into it. Couldn’t be extra proud! — Chris S
BG3 means the redemption of my ardour for my job and a dream come true. I really feel it as maybe the head of my profession even when I do not know what the longer term holds for me however I’ll proceed on this path. — LOD
Engaged on BG3 is a childhood dream come true, and with the ability to share it with some many great individuals is much more wonderful. — Joannie L
BG1 and a couple of have been THE video games that woke up an artist in me and pushed me to the sport business. Engaged on BG3 felt not identical to a dream, however future. I am excited for the longer term! — Juliusz B
With Baldur’s Gate 3, it has been such an honour to work on this wonderful collection. The response from the neighborhood has been unbelievable and makes all of the exhausting work worthwhile. Thanks to everybody who shared this journey with us. — John O’B
Six years of dedication, man! All of us poured our hearts and souls into this sport. There was blood, sweat, and lots of sleepless nights. However the result’s greatness. Thanks for enjoying BG3, that is most rewarding. — Dom W
Larian is the longest I’ve labored at an organization. There’s an excellent motive for that. Actually an exceptional group. — Brian N
Earlier than becoming a member of Larian I had by no means had a job that has made me glow when speaking about it. Working with this wonderful group has been like discovering my tribe and the sport is every little thing I, as a participant, might have dreamed of. — Jack M
The perfect award of all of them is attending to work alongside these sensible and inventive foolish billies each day. — Monica B
My brother and I sunk hours into Baldur’s Gate 2 after we have been children. To have had the prospect to work on its sequel was already a dream come true. However to have it make such an affect is mind-blowing. I am actually honored by the response from the followers and pleased with this group for his or her ardour and drive. — Cody M
I grew up on BG1 and a couple of, so engaged on BG3 has been a delight begin to end. However much more of a reward has been attending to spend a lot time round passionate and expert individuals who actually care about what we’re making collectively. — Ethan DJ
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a dream come true for me! Making artwork that brings individuals happiness is what sport improvement is all about. — Stan V
Extremely proud to have labored on BG3–[it]represents each an enormous private milestone for me, but in addition for the business. I feel it exhibits what the artwork type might be when creativity and story are allowed to come back first and there is not any group of fits to cease the bear intercourse. — Cathal H
There is not any firm I would quite work for, and no sport I would quite work on. I am extremely grateful to be a part of this group. And it is all made attainable by–and completed for–my spouse and youngsters. — Kieron Okay
Engaged on the sequel to my favourite sport of all time is a lifelong dream come true. Seeing it go on to be so effectively obtained is a completely humbling expertise. Extremely grateful to be a part of this team–what a experience it has been! — Christian B
Making use of for the job and leaving my homeland is without doubt one of the greatest selections of my life. Because of my wonderful buddies and the large appreciation of the neighborhood who have been there on a regular basis alongside the best way! — Olivier H
That my entry into the videogame business was with this sport… how within the hells did we make it. It is not possible for me to say how grateful I’m to have labored on it. Additionally ship extra Karlach cosplays and fanarts <3 — Borja VG
I by no means anticipated BG3 to imply a lot to me or to finish up the place I did. I am extremely proud to be a part of this group with an actual love for video games. I additionally love taking part in BG3 and seeing the response of the buddies I made by it. Neil’s phrases have been on level, this sport introduced individuals collectively and gave them a voice. — Kayleigh dH
Engaged on BG3 with such an exquisite group is a dream come true. BG1 and a couple of have been consolation to me in troublesome occasions (and impressed me to chase a job in video games). I am so proud to have been part of 3 (and GOTY is surreal!), and I actually hope BG3 evokes others to chase their goals. It is by no means too late! — Luke E
I really feel like I received all of the awards simply by attending to work with this extremely passionate, humorous, and wild group on my first mission within the business. Having so many fellow devs and the gaming neighborhood love BG3 simply as a lot as we do validates the exhausting work we put in ❤ — Ellen G
“O, my sordid lords and girls, I by no means doubted our ugly triumph for a heart-pang. Lord Bhaal’s dread muse blessed our knife-arms to carve the best sport of all time. He was ready 100 years for a sequel, and we did *not* disappoint.” – Sceleritas Fel. — Baudelaire W
Thanks to everybody who supported us alongside the best way, and to the players–without your assist we would not be right here! It has been a wild experience with the perfect individuals. We’ll miss you Jim. Sleep effectively ♥ — Sinéad B
Making an impactful sport, working with unbelievable individuals, profitable a ton of awards and all whereas having enjoyable with a group that makes it really feel like we’re a bunch of school buddies simply hanging out – it means loads to me and I could not be extra proud and pleased. T-T-T-TEAM! — Kris B
Engaged on Baldur’s Gate 3 has refreshed my love for working within the video video games business and has jogged my memory why I wished to pursue working in video games within the first place — Kristina W
I am so glad I made a last-minute artwork faculty portfolio x) Here is to chasing childhood goals, my supportive af family members, and to my unbelievable, witty, talent-oozing t-t-t-team! Thanks :’) BG3 and GOTY for a primary job has been every little thing ❤ — Krizsha P
What a 12 months TEAM ! My first job, my first sport, and my first GOTY ! Look mother, I did it–I do know it will have made you smile. Dad solely answered me together with his basic thumbs up .. I miss you ♥ –– Murat O
This 12 months has been probably the most unbelievable fruits of an exceptional journey, I am unable to wait to see the place we go from here–t-t-t-t-TEAM! — Tom Okay
Thanks Kristen for all of your assist all through my profession, the layoff, and the transfer to Larian. All of my energy, all of my bravery, and any virtues the group sees from me spring from the love you present me each day. Comfortable twelfth anniversary! — Jason L
Thanks to everybody that is performed our sport. Making video games that individuals love and share that love with their family and friends is the dream. — Chad D
I set to work with the perfect individuals within the business AND see Neil celebrated for the expertise that he’s. What extra might a boy need? — Stephen R
Thanks for giving me this chance to work on this sport with an incredible group, and continuously being surrounded with all of the love from the neighborhood. It is weird that it will be my first sport credit score. What an achievement! — Patricia Okay
To my Father, skeptical about video games as a profession, proud anyway, I am sorry you by no means received to see the success story. To my Mom, thanks for actually every little thing. Play the sport already. — Simon H
BG3 gave me an opportunity to be the chaotic gremlin I actually am. Thanks TEAM! And thanks Nana Juju for uplifting Auntie Ethel <3 — Rachel Q
An enormous thanks to my dad and mom, who gave me all of the assist I might ever ask for, and to Cris, for at all times staying shut once I transfer far-off. I am a part of a dream group of gifted and foolish fellow nerds, and this success could not be attainable with out them. Workforce! — Hugo B
t-t-t-t-t-TEAM! — Graham R
This time final 12 months I didn’t count on to be working at a sport studio, nevermind engaged on a GOTY! It is nice to be part of all of it! — Dominick C
To Fiona, Tim, Mary, Úna and Oscar! I would not be right here with out you guys ❤️ — Daniel P
Thanks Swen for letting me work on this excellent mission and the entire assist. Thanks for the dinosaur land being within the game–no different studio would approve this shenanigan. Thanks group Malaysia for his or her huge hospitality and my new household in Eire for the welcome. Because of our neighborhood: YOU MADE THIS GAME what it’s! — Nikita Okay
These awards are for everybody who performs our video games. You are the angels on our shoulders, and the devils whispering in our ears. You are our favorite villains, our closest companions, and our best heroes. Because of you, we get to inform extra tales. — Adam S
I’ve lastly achieved my life lengthy dream: hang around with nerds, play DnD and make wonderful videogames. Glad to have discovered my individuals at Larian <3 — Mathias V
I am going to at all times have a too-long record of great reminiscences to affiliate with Baldur’s Gate 3: I received married, watched our great group develop vastly in measurement and expertise, taught a goth elf methods to swim, and can be endlessly related to bear intercourse. — John C
I really feel very privileged to work amongst probably the most gifted individuals. It feels nice to be part of it! GOTY — Isibeal S
Game of the 12 months babyyyy!! Let’s gooooo!!! –– Libero M
Many people relocated to work on this sport, away from household and buddies. It is very satisfying that our sacrifices paid off not simply personally however for all of the gamers on the market anticipating huge issues after Divinity: Authentic Sin 2. — Martin Okay
Engaged on Baldur’s Gate 3 gave me an opportunity to attempt one thing new, to be scared and to combat towards that worry, channeling it into creativity. — Ben M-J
Thanks for all of the assist and suggestions on Reddit and different on-line areas. I learn them typically and draw quite a lot of inspiration from all of you! Thanks for enjoying our sport and believing in us! — Mihail Okay
This place has been a lot greater than a job, and I am so proud to be a part of this Game that is made so many individuals pleased! — Chris W
You ain’t seen nothing but ; ) — Gabriel B
Little did I do know once I first began within the gaming business over three a long time in the past that the final 5 years would assist result in such a groundbreaking achievement. — Simon M
I am so proud to have labored on BG3 and to be part of Larian. GOTY TEAM! — Leanne G
Baldur’s Gate 1 and a couple of received me into RPGs, so to be part of BG3 [and] working with such a gifted group and sensible actors is a dream come true! — Tom P
Making this sport made me uncover so many new qualities in myself and others and reinvigorated my ardour for lots of issues I assumed [were] now not there. Because of all of the gamers and builders on your ardour and assist!!! — Imre F
After I received into sport dev, I assumed there was no likelihood I would get to work on a sport like Baldur’s Gate 3. However my fortunate ass did. That is my dream sport and my dream group, and I could not be extra pleased with what we constructed. — András B
Attending to work side-by-side with such gifted and passionate individuals is a prize itself. I am honored to have been a part of a mission that touches the lives of so many in such significant methods. — Sára H
Wowee! What an honour and privilege to be working alongside such an incredible group, and on such an unbelievable mission. To all that supported me, I really like you. And to all monster-fuckers on the market, you are welcome 😉 — Ollie S
Making video games was a dream for me that I’d by no means count on to come back true in such a powerful approach. Tremendous proud to be part of this unbelievable group! — Alexander L
Baldur’s Gate 3 embodies the enjoyment and fond reminiscences of being a part of an in depth group that expresses the best inventive endeavour. It’s my childhood dream come true, a deeply profound skilled spotlight and a second I can be pleased with endlessly. — Gerry J
Not a nasty begin, on to the following one I assume. 12 12 months outdated me would lose his thoughts if he knew what an incredible firm he would find yourself working for! — Matt S
I dedicate this second to my highschool steering counselor who instructed me animation wasn’t an actual profession. Get bent, Mrs. J. — Greg L
After a lot work and energy put into the sport, it was a pleasing shock to see how a lot gamers preferred and loved it. — Egor Y
Since Early Entry, I could not consider {that a} sport like BG3 was even attainable. So I went to Larian to see with my very own eyes that it is attainable if you mix ardour, creativity, and quite a lot of dedication and exhausting work. Extremely pleased to be part of it. — Nikita R
I’ve taken half within the improvement of a dozen video games, and by no means performed them afterward. However Baldur’s Gate 3 is the exception! I nonetheless cannot consider we have made it! — Sergey E
Attending to animate so many cool sequences and creatures by inventive storylines has been such an excellent expertise. What an incredible mission and gifted group to work with. Onwards to the following journey! — Paul N
Hello Jojo, Alexander, and Harriet! I’ve had a good time engaged on BG3 with this wonderful group! Cannot await our subsequent sport… — Dave F
I hope a closely collaborative sport like BG3 profitable GOTY when stacked towards different unbelievable video games proves to this business that inserting belief and worth in your builders goes an extended way–it’d be good for subsequent 12 months to be nice for each video games and the folks that make them. — Martin D
Baldur’s Gate 3 has reignited my ardour for video games after years of numbness–I really feel once more actually proud to be a part of this business, and with so many astounding creators round me! — Alessio GC
Little Steph working round together with her sword, capturing imaginary dragons can be so pleased with us; rattling, huge Steph is! We made it to GOTY, and each second was value it. Kings and Queens of our personal making. To each single group member, you are unbelievable, we did it. — Steph F
Here is to everybody who discovered some pleasure, motivation, and moments of calm in an ever-busy world by BG3; the group labored extremely exhausting to carry the sport to life and assist realise the constructive affect artwork can have on the world. — Logan P
So pleased with all those who labored on BG3, each award and nomination is so effectively deserved! Good day Mum and Dad! — Daniel G
I ought to be extraordinarily fortunate to be within the present timeline and I’m grateful for the Larian household for this wonderful alternative. — Sriranjani
I by no means dared to dream about engaged on a sport that might obtain Game of the 12 months, it at all times felt far too out of attain. I am so pleased with my buddies at Larian, I am unable to await the world to play extra of our adventures <3 — Abigail F
You might be my sunshine. My solely sunshine. You make me pleased. When skies are grey. You will by no means know, pricey. How a lot I really like you. Please do not take, My sunshine away. — Andrea A
Animating that bear scene will endlessly be a defining second in my profession, so thanks Larian… I feel? I am unbelievably proud to have labored with such a devoted and loving group on this unbelievable title. For Jim! ♥ — Adam B S
Engaged on BG3 has been a delight as Larian actually, actually cares about what gamers are saying. Additionally, I am tremendous fortunate to work with such a passionate and gifted neighborhood. Maintain all of your artwork, cosplay, headcanons, and detailed meta posts coming! All of it! — Salomé M G
Dad at all times stated gaming was a one-way ticket to Nowheresville. Guess who simply upgraded to First Class on the Success Specific with Larian Studios and a shiny Game of the 12 months award — Hans D
This sport is proof that chasing the enjoyable is one of the simplest ways to make video games. Thanks Swen and due to our unbelievable scripting nerd household. Keep foolish! — Mathieu V
Whereas I am nonetheless not fully certain all of that is actual, one factor is definite: this group of insanely passionate individuals who gave their tears, sweat, and blood for therefore lengthy deserved a win. That is the proper reward for his or her efforts. — Thomas DM
What an unbelievably wild experience it has been. If this can be a dream, do not wake me up but! — Boris M
I am nonetheless making an attempt to know the enormity of our accomplishment. Engaged on this huge sport is a dream come true, and I am extremely proud to be a part of this studio—extra like a household! — Tim C
Baldur’s Gate 3 made me as soon as once more keep in mind why I fell in love with video games and the rationale I made a decision to grow to be a VGM composer 22 years in the past. Maintain the eagerness alive, guys! — Borislav S
It nonetheless feels surreal to be a part of one thing so near my coronary heart and be surrounded by such passionate individuals. I am pleased BG3 helped so many really feel seen and a part of a loving neighborhood. Thanks for the entire assist! — Stimona M
It feels fairly surreal. Going from dreaming of creating superior video video games as a child to making a Game of the 12 months! Absolute privilege to be a part of such an superior group and neighborhood. — Bryan N
For years we labored very exhausting, in good occasions and fewer good occasions, to maintain going, with a really small (!) Larian group to start with. Proud to have been there from the beginning and to maintain the groups going and the workplace wheels turning! Greatest group ever! — Lynn V
I keep in mind like yesterday taking part in Baldur’s Gate 1 and a couple of with my brother as youngsters. What an unbelievable feeling to have labored on quantity 3, writing characters new and outdated. — Jan VD
Becoming a member of a group whose work you at all times admired after which discovering that its fame actually is constructed on real ardour for video games as a substitute of blood, sweat, and piles of burned out corpses? Candy. I knew BG3 can be one thing particular since EA. Nonetheless didn’t predict the size of its triumph! — Jan S
I’ve no phrases or possibly too many, however most of all I am simply very grateful. Thanks household, buddies, passionate colleagues, and gamers. Thanks for seeing us, the love and assist will at all times persist with me–onto the following journey collectively! — Luna W
Engaged on a sport that my teenager self would have genuinely loved taking part in for days on finish after which see that sport be topped Game of The 12 months, feels so true to myself I do not even have phrases for it 😌 — Stijn D
What a pleasure it has been! — Francois F
Stick with your weapons. By no means give up. For years, we constructed this street to unfold our distinctive philosophy. Now lastly the lots are converts. And it ain’t over but. — David W
I am so grateful that I received to affix this wonderful firm as my first job–I truthfully would not wish to work anyplace else. Nice group, nice sport, actual people making an attempt to craft memorable experiences to make individuals’s lives just a bit extra nice. — Tom R
Getting the chance to work with a group like this, on a mission like this, is really a childhood dream come true. — Boris B
By no means would I’ve guessed that the Larian group I joined 13 years in the past would develop this huge, or that we would have the consideration of engaged on BG3. Profitable GOTY now and seeing that buddies and other people all world wide love what we made feels actually wonderful! Proud! — Wannes V
25-year-old me taking part in the unique Baldur’s Gate on a Pentium II would by no means have imagined he’d be transferring the world over and making this unbelievable sport all these years later. — Kevin V
I used to suppose I used to be a quite naive child, eager to make video games for a dwelling. Now, seeing how a lot my buddies take pleasure in a sport I labored on, my dad and mom proudly sharing articles with me, and other people on-line typically going loopy… I do not remorse it one bit. Let’s proceed this. — Rick v M
A sport for followers made by followers. — Rick van d B
Engaged on a sport that has dragons and the place you’ll be able to speak to cats is my childhood dream come true. It looks like profitable the lottery working for this wonderful studio! — An-Sofie T
Bought into RPGs due to Divine Divinity and wished to work in video games ever since. Labored In the direction of that aim. Was in a position to be a part of Larian and work on DOS2. I am extremely grateful for the prospect to work at Larian along with quite a lot of enjoyable and gifted individuals, to be a part of BG3 after which for the sport to win GOTY. Desires do come true. — Michel B
To all the buddies we made alongside the best way, and to all which have left us. — David Okay
Really profitable was extremely fulfilling, given the context of getting been a part of this journey with its ups and downs over the various years. Particularly seeing such a sport develop past its core viewers into what it’s right now. [It] makes me extraordinarily proud to be a part of what a brand new technology of avid gamers will now look again on, identical to I did once I was experiencing them for the primary time. — Octaaf F
My teenage Baldur’s-Gate-aholic self would by no means have believed he’d develop as much as dwell within the timeline that has him engaged on BG3 and having it pronounced GOTY by Muad’Dib. However right here we are–surrounded by all this unbelievable expertise and the perfect neighborhood on the market! — Thomas P
This effectively and actually surpasses my expectations of what my profession in sport dev would appear like. I am extraordinarily grateful and proud to be a part of such an exquisite and passionate group. All of the reward, love, and assist Baldur’s Gate 3 has received–and seeing the reactions of buddies, household, and our community–just warms my coronary heart. <3 — Zino V
A childhood dream was to see my title in a sport’s credit. That folks love stated sport sufficient to be GOTY is tough to wrap my head round. — Nikos V B
I’ve come a great distance from the tiny toddler on my brother’s lap urgent spacebar to shoot some demons in DOOM. Hell, that is the primary sport I’ve labored on that, that very same brother wound up liking. Authentic Sin did not fairly cross that divide, however the coronary heart was already rising there. — Joyka D. R.
We have spent years making an attempt to make the perfect video games attainable, it is good to lastly get some recognition from the followers and the business. We take pleasure in bringing you what we like a lot! My mother Sue, uncle Faramarz, Diana, Spike, Diba, and Michelle would’ve been so proud to see this! — Farhang N
Larian would not simply worth their video games, in addition they deeply care in regards to the people crafting it. — Jerome D
We should have a celebration earlier than venturing forth! –– Stijn V
This sport proves that it is value taking the lengthy street, as a result of to find new horizons, one should stroll undiscovered paths and by no means surrender on persevering. Hopefully this sport serves as a small gentle for everybody that may be going through darkness of their life. — Vasilena D
FUCKING FINALLY BABY!!!! –– Artem T
Extremely grateful to the gamers for all the eagerness, assist, and suggestions all through all these years–without you, this sport wouldn’t have been made. On a private word, an enormous thanks to my entire household, who’ve at all times supported, helped, and cherished me unconditionally. — Apostol D
Could not have wished to dwell in additional fascinating occasions! — Ryan J
It was a tough street, however we received there. It is actually a dream come true and I could not be prouder! — Edward V
Seeing the corporate develop over the previous 12 years has been a rollercoaster, however what a experience and achievement! Here is to many extra! — Bastian D
Having the ability to say I labored on an enormous sport like this and be GOTY has at all times been a dream to me, and it lastly got here true 🎉🎉🎉 — Benjamin G
Fren maek gud gaem. Gud gaem a lot play. A lot play gud sport pleased. — Milan W
It has at all times been my dream to create stunning, fantasy worlds for others to take pleasure in. The love from so many gamers everywhere in the world in direction of our Larian household has been an incredible and humbling expertise. It nonetheless feels surreal that we received GOTY. Thanks all! — Darko I
Insanely grateful for the Larian household to take me in, and for the chance to be part of one thing this wonderful. GG EZ. — Jef S
The unique Baldur’s Gates have been what received me into PC gaming within the first place and ultimately keen on being within the video games business. After so a few years, to get my first GOTY award with each BG3 and Larian is really an honor and dream come true. Thanks to all of the followers for the love and assist; it actually did drive us to be and do higher. Till subsequent time! — Bruce S
Being a member of the Larian Household for over 20 years now, seeing the place we got here from, this recognition is just unbelievable. Like Swen stated, it’s not possible and not using a nice group, however we’re much more than that–we are the Larian Household! — Alex V O
Hey, 17 12 months outdated me. Have a look at what you helped make. I imply certain, it ain’t Vagrant Story however it’s, to lots of people, what Vagrant Story is to you and certainly, 17 12 months outdated me, that is gotta rely for one thing. Persistence, perseverance; dedication, humility. You probably did good, kid–you did good. — Edouard I
Aye, nae unhealthy. — Ross S
It feels unreal to see my title within the credit of Baldur’s Gate 3, the Game of the 12 months 2023. Larian Studios made a lifelong dream come true and I am past proud and actually honored to have been a small a part of the group. — Adil Okay Okay
I used to be a fan of Baldur’s Gate ever since I discovered Evermemory as a child. I’m past grateful that Larian let me expertise the identical pleasure when taking part in BG3 and even let me contribute to probably the greatest video games ever created. — Nikolas A
Engaged on Baldur’s Gate 3 is past something my child-self might have imagined for her future. It is simply loopy that I am even a teeny tiny a part of it. — Louisa G
After I first performed DOS, I assumed: rattling it will be extraordinarily cool to work in such a group. I used to be 100% proper. — Maxim B
I really feel so fortunate to be surrounded by such gifted devs making fucking sport. So pleased with each single one among us! — Hayley Okay
Nonetheless feels unreal; do not suppose my youthful self would consider me if I instructed them that that is the place we might be. — Megat D
Even the wildest of goals do come true! I am deeply proud and honoured to be a part of such an incredible and phenomenal group! — Elissa D
DOS 1 made me fall in love with CRPGs and with BG3’s success I really feel like I get to share that love with extra individuals. — Amir A
Again once I watched my brother play BG2 over his shoulder, I by no means dreamed I’d get to work on a sequel he would have cherished to sink his enamel into. Lacking you at all times, Alongside. — Khairil A
Years in the past, my youthful self gave up on his dream of working in sport dev. [Yet] that child’s dream got here true 4 years in the past and I’m so pleased with it being BG3. — Jeremy Q
I’m nonetheless in disbelief with the reception–all the enjoyable and nice moments the gamers have makes me proud. I’m lucky to have the ability to contribute to this. — Tan J S
At some extent of my darkest and lowest, a CRPG has given me gentle and strength–I am immensely grateful that I used to be in a position to give again the identical approach by Baldur’s Gate 3. — Kyle G
Have at all times wished to make video video games, however by no means thought it attainable till the group at Larian and BG3 allowed me that chance. Ever-grateful to my spouse for pushing me to pursue this dream — Eu-Vin T
I might solely dream about being concerned in telling such a good looking story. And then, sooner or later, it grew to become actuality — Roman M
Life is sort of a 1d20 die however rattling profitable GOTY is certainly a important success — Joshua Okay A
Engaged on this sport has reignited my childhood ardour and dream–it’s reminding me of why I wished to pursue the inventive path within the first place. — Wisnu I
To my late mom, Joan Foo, that is for you, who at all times supported me. By no means in my wildest dream or thought that I’d work on a sport and to not point out to win GOTY !!! What an honour!! CHEERS!!! T.t.t.t.t.TEAM!!!! — Arthur T H M
If BG3 has million variety of followers, I’m one among them. If BG3 has ten followers, I’m one among them. If BG3 have just one fan and that’s me. If BG3 has no followers meaning I’m no extra on the Earth. If the world is towards the BG3, I’m towards the world. I really like BG3 until my final breath…. Diehard fan of BG3. — Shauqi S
Carry on slaying, Kings and Queens 💁♂️ 💁♀️ !!!! — Masaki
#blessed #EZClap #W rizz #nerizzler — Jason A
“2019 me: “”Solely Larian could make a D&D sport work!””
2023 me: “”Welp, guess I rolled a Nat20. From Larian fan to GOTY contributor!”” — Sam L
Effectively completed, Divas. Y’all are frickin’ rock stars! ⭐⭐⭐ — Azimah MN
To my loving dad and mom, thanks for being so supportive of me and my love for video games. I want you have been each right here to see what we have achieved. Miss you each — Bee Yen C.
This journey has been nothing wanting extraordinary, an enormous thanks to everybody of our wonderful group and the unbelievable gamers and the neighborhood that cheered us each step of the best way. — Wayne C
I’m glad that I took the prospect to work on one among most wonderful RPG sport ever and due to my household for supporting me — Teena
As a QA, buyer expertise and suggestions is essential to us. It at all times places a smile on my face studying in regards to the nice lengths members of the neighborhood would go to discover the bounds of our sport. We learn reddits and steam boards too 🙂 — Amerz
Who would have thought the child who at all times daydreams would have landed in Larian, and profitable the GOTY is surreal! Huge shout out to the group, my household and my quickly to be spouse, Nina for being there at all times. — Harith A
Engaged on BG3 was like getting married together with your crush, profitable GOTY is like having a babe together with her. — Tarik S
Actually admire that I get to work on this wonderful sport however by no means would have thought that we are going to win GOTY, T-T-T-TEAM! — Wilson L
Thanks from the underside from my coronary heart to my household and buddies who supported me all through this mission. This would not occur with out all of your love and assist from you guys. — Shi P
Thanks to the followers and buddies who’ve performed the sport , your reactions to our exhausting work will at all times put a tear in my eye — Sivanesh S
To Jim, the perfect lead that one might ever have. To the group, the perfect that one might ever work with, and to the followers and gamers, the perfect neighborhood one might ever be part of. — Gwen L
I’m grateful to destiny and the group that I used to be in a position to participate in such a novel and enormous mission, it’s unbelievable! — Sergey Okay
I’ve by no means labored with a group as passionate as Larian. Serving to on BG3 has been a once-in-a-career expertise, particularly the crypt half. — Valerie N
Baldur’s Gate 3 is an incredible sport and has earned each ounce of reward it obtained. Remarkably passionate and inventive individuals labored on this sport and It is mindblowing that I received to be part of it. I additionally formally vow to beat Honour mode and get that Golden Cube. — Tony R
Cannot overstate how insanely fucking proud I’m to rely myself amongst this extremely gifted bunch of weirdos. — Tom B
My coronary heart is so full seeing that one-of-a-kind group getting recognition for the exhausting work they put in one of many best video games of the last decade. I am greater than proud to have been an itsy-bitsy a part of it. — Melissa G
Sincerely proud and honored to have been a part of this journey with such an unbelievable group! It was a really distinctive expertise and I’ll treasure these reminiscences endlessly! — Anaïs R
I really feel honoured and proud to have been a part of this launch of BG3. Seeing this sport be the GOTY is so deserved, and I actually wish to thank the entire group for this wonderful sport. Bravooooo à tous ! — Alida L
Creating instruments for the Larian group has been my dream since DOS1. 4 years in the past it got here true. I could not be happier! Instruments are nothing with out an incredible group utilizing them! Thanks all! — Dawid N
Actually pleased with this accomplishment. Nice group, nice sport! — Lukasz Z
A thanks to the love and assist from my spouse and the Choosss household. I will not be right here if it weren’t for you guys. You already know who you might be! Additionally, huge thanks to the Dinosaurs of Jurassic Park for that spark of inspiration down this imaginative street. — Jason C
It is a type of wonderful moments the place actuality feels suspiciously good — Felipe H
I by no means imagined that we’ll win GOTY. And that is the “secret sauce” of Larian. We do not take into consideration awards or variety of gross sales. We care that the participant has the perfect expertise attainable. This was a ardour mission made by passionate followers and I do not suppose there’s a higher solution to outline this sport and this firm. — Ricardo
AHHHHHHHH! It is unbelievable, and in addition completely plausible. So grateful and proud to work alongside all these great, bizarre individuals. — Anna P
As a hardcore fan of RPG myself. I am tremendous pleased with the sport made by the TEAM. BG3 can also be, personally, my sport of the 12 months. And I’ve labored on it! — JP R
I would not change a factor about this journey and I would do it once more with out hesitation. So proud to work with such an incredible group. The BG3 post-launch interval is each thrilling and terrifying, as a result of we’ll should transcend the efforts we have made and produce one thing new and higher to the neighborhood. — Maxime H
I used to be unwell once I determined to affix Larian and the problem was nice, but it surely was the group and the mission that gave me the motivation to hold on and go additional. Seeing all of the success the sport has had could not make me prouder of the work I’ve completed. — Patrice P C
Baldur’s Gate 3 is my first ever expertise as first-party QA and what a wild experience it was to make the bounce to Larian for this mission. Grateful to be a part of this excellent group for this bold mission! — Audrey D
We simply wished to create a sport we’d play truthfully. And with this wonderful group, so a lot of you determined that BG3 is 2023’s GOTY… thanks all. So glad that we impacted so many individuals and introduced you all collectively, by conserving the D&D spirit that brings individuals collectively to dwell impactful tales. Help to the opposite sport devs, for a greater business. — Benoit B
Thanks to my dad and mom, who have been at all times tremendous supportive! It was an incredible journey to get this sport out and I already really feel nostalgic about it. I am so pleased with everybody round me and I hope we made Jim proud <3 GOTY!!!!!! — Amélie L
I could not be prouder to work with such gifted and wonderful individuals. My groups are the perfect! — Pauline
Drove and moved my life throughout the nation mid pandemic to work on some fantasy sport known as Baldur’s Gate 3. Had no thought what was in retailer. 3 years later and nil regrets. Was an honor to work with wonderful individuals and to be given an area to not be held again creatively and contribute to this huge ardour mission. — Frank M
I hope we made the world a little bit higher in our personal approach, I am going to keep in mind this time endlessly. — Diarmuid N
For me the best reward is individuals having fun with our sport. It is listening to all of the loopy tales, studying posts about mind-blowing shenanigans, and simply seeing you, the gamers, smile. — Andrey S
What a blast this has been! This half-naked goblin is so very grateful to have had the prospect to be a part of this journey and so humbled by all of the love from the neighborhood! Thanks Swen for absolutely the management and all of you weirdos in my Larian household, I really like you! We did it child… GOTY ❤! — Alexandre B
I really feel like I rolled a pure 20 at life. I’m so grateful for this loopy group and for the wonderful individuals I met alongside the best way. To everybody who performed the sport : THANK YOU!! However you’ll be able to wager your ass, we’re simply getting warmed up! — David G
In a span of 4 years, I went from pondering no one wished me part of their studio to engaged on GOTY. I am unable to start to place to phrases simply what this sport, studio and its individuals imply to me. — Steven Okay
My dream to work on video games began from creating my very own buying and selling playing cards as a baby, then struggling to study and make my very own video games on the facet whereas working full time to now contributing to a sport up there amongst the business greats that I idolize. It has been a wild expertise and I am pleased with everybody who labored on this wonderful sport and might’t wait to create extra with them <3 — Michael G
It was a thoughts boggling journey however we did it as a group and I’m very proud to be a part of that journey. — Johannes T
It’s what it’s my dudes. — Oli S
The event of this sport coincided with some actually essential issues in my life and helped me notice who I really am. Seeing one thing that gave that a lot to me being so acknowledged means greater than phrases can convey. — Lyra S.
It is actually gratifying to have made such a deep expertise for others to take pleasure in, and much more humbling to be instructed you’ve got been the perfect at it (this 12 months). That is additionally vindication for all of the occasions my dad and mom instructed me I ought to be a Physician as a substitute of taking part in video video games, look who has no levels however received all of the awards now mother and pa. — Petro
Thrilled to be part of BG3 group! Enormous shoutout to my superior colleagues and everybody concerned! — Olya Ri
It is wild to me that in some way me typing at a keyboard and having conferences changed into an expertise that has made a profound affect on so many, however I am deeply grateful to be even a small a part of the method. Grateful for my partner, household, and buddies for supporting me in my journey to be part of this. — Matthew R
I wish to give a particular shoutout to my dad and mom for supporting my gaming hobbies and now profession with virtually a blind religion – hey Mother, I’m part of this wonderful crew that made THE Game of the 12 months 😀 — Anthony T H
Baldur’s Gate 3 is the fruits of three years of grinding away at job functions and placing my life on maintain to simply get somebody to provide me the time of day and say, “Come make video games that may contact the lives of hundreds with us.” Somebody lastly let me in and now I get to work each day with a number of the most passionate, unbelievable individuals on video games that contact the lives of tens of millions. — Eben S
To everybody that has performed our sport – thanks, we made it for YOU! To everybody at Larian, I’m proud to name myself one among you. You are an unbelievable bunch of nerds (affectionately). — Micha N
20 years after begging my mother to purchase BG1 from Radio Shack, I can say that the one better honour than engaged on the sequel of one among my favourite video games ever is to do it with a group of such unbelievable individuals! — Matt H
BG3 is the results of 6 years of exhausting work from a passionate and gifted group. As a Degree Artist, I put my entire coronary heart into it, and now I am actually proud to have contributed to this international success, letting my artwork transcend borders! — Elise R
I struggled loads to seek out out what I’d actually take pleasure in to do for the remainder of my life, and having to take a choice at a younger age that determines what you will do for a dwelling, is a problem. Fortunately, I had buddies and a household that knew me higher than myself and urged me to attempt the video video games business. After I joined Larian, I actually did not count on it to have such an affect on my life or my happiness. Now I am happier than ever and do not see myself in one other place.
Folks at Larian are superior they usually welcome us with open arms. To win that award means a lot and am very grateful for it. — Karen St-P
These previous 16 years have been an unbelievable journey, with an distinctive, passionate group at all times aiming increased. Thank god there’s 4 numbers left after reaching Metacritic 96, means we will nonetheless intention increased! — Edgard De S
It has been unreal to look at an thought grow to be a fleshed out idea to then grow to be a system our gamers now take pleasure in and love. Thanks all on your love and assist to our work, we could not have made it with out our wonderful neighborhood. — Haley V
From daydreaming about knights and dragons for so far as I can keep in mind, to rolling my first d20 over 15 years in the past, to now having labored on probably the greatest RPGs of all time, it has been a surreal expertise. Might there be many extra adventures like this! — Alexandre C
A lot coronary heart and expertise at Larian and I am humbled to name myself a member of this TEAM. However, in all honesty, I hope ya’ll are prepared for what comes subsequent, cus we simply gettin’ began! — Dominic W
As a lifelong gamer, I am so pleased with being a part of such a passionate and devoted firm that places the gamers and the group first and naturally, pleased with this GAME OF THE YEAR! First of many! — Jean-P G
It has been a whirlwind of 6 years since I joined the corporate and one factor I can say is that this could not have been completed with out such an incredible group. — Nicholas Z
An important 12 months for video games and a horrible 12 months for many who make them. BG3 is a glowing instance of what occurs if you deal with your individuals effectively. — Alexander B
I would wish to thank Kate Bush — Emily G
Having contributed to what I consider is the best sport of all time, I now really feel prepared to go away all of it behind and pursue a less complicated life, making spoons within the woods. In all seriousness, I think about myself lucky to have collaborated on this sport with a group of passionate individuals who prioritize the gamers’, as we’re additionally gamers ourselves. — Jack
Within the post-microtransaction wasteland we discover ourselves within the privilege of engaged on a sport and for a studio that promised huge and really delivered will stay a feat I can be endlessly pleased with contributing to. Profitable GOTY is the icing on the cake! — Ronan F
I knew it is gonna be the nice sport since I joined Larian. It was a love at first sight and every new day it proved to be even higher than I ever anticipated. So many cool, passionate and devoted individuals have been engaged on it they usually totally deserved to see their creation to be named GOTY! — Elena S
Comfortable to share the enjoyment of first seeing our sport come to life adopted by changing into Game Of The 12 months with all of the wonderful buddies that we made alongside the best way! — Bert V
BG3 is my first mission in gamedev and it occurs to be probably the greatest video games of all time. It took us greater than 5 years to get there, however I am pleased with what we achieved. — Andrey F
Because of my different half who supported me becoming a member of Larian, even when it meant briefly dwelling aside from one another. Because of all my wonderful colleagues who make Larian what it’s, it has been wonderful. — James V der P
I nonetheless do not consider that is actual. It is actually an honour to work with such unbelievable individuals. I really like you all <3 — Jack G
These 20 years within the Larian household have actually been an unbelievable joyride! Here is to twenty extra! Thanks for the assist Sophie, Vicki and Liv. Congrats to my superior colleagues and final however not least to Swen, our knight in shining armour! — Cliff L
Baldur’s Gate 2 was my favourite sport once I grew up, regardless that I nonetheless do not perceive the ruleset. That we managed to make a sequel that individuals take pleasure in this a lot is one thing that warms my icy spiky coronary heart. Thanks for letting me watch you play BG2, Diederik and thanks my great colleagues. — Reinaert D
Making video games was my dream since I received my first laptop like 100 years in the past, however I by no means imagined one thing like this. Extremely pleased with what all of us completed with BG3. — Javier C
I entered the world of the online game business pushed by a easy dream: to create issues that transfer individuals. Baldur’s Gate 3 is a type of video games. — Sarah M
It has been fairly a experience and I am so pleased I tagged alongside. Completely phenomenal participant response, makes me very proud! Superior group and superior individuals. — Wiktoria Okay
Since first sport I made, The Western Job in early teenagers, all the best way to engaged on the Game of the freaking YEAR, 20 years later I’ve been dwelling THE dream. That each one due to YOU the passionate gamers and wonderful individuals at Larian. — Martin S
Uncooked expertise packaged in charmful appears to be like with a sheen of goofiness, cannot say how honored I’m to work with such a passionate and gifted group! For me, that is the fruits of almost 2 a long time of sweat and studying. Pure adrenaline. I dedicate this to my late mom, household, buddies and naturally YOU wonderful gamers! — Wai Y L
We made our sport with love. In fact, I am proud to be a part of our group. Because of everybody who appreciated our sport. We needed to promote our souls to Raphael to win the principle award! — Nikolai C
All the time been daydreaming about working in sport artwork, and BG3 is an insane kickstart to that journey! A lot expertise and love at Larian made this occur. — Andrew M
Ever surprise why mother’s cookies at all times style higher than retailer purchased? As a result of they’re made with love! A lot love and fervour was poured into BG3 and I am extremely proud to rely myself as a part of this wonderful group. GOTY! — Anon
As soon as upon a time, in a resort bar, I requested Swen, “Which is most essential: Folks, Course of, or Product?” He leaned again in his chair, sipped his old style, smirked, and stated, “Gamers.” — Chris V
It has been an honour to work on a sport that has reached so many individuals, made by a gifted group pushed to provide an expertise like no different. I wish to thank my household and buddies for the assist they gave me and their obsession with the sport! — Jordi V
Comfortable to be a part of such a superb and passionate group of folks that do their greatest to carry a novel expertise to gamers. Particular due to everybody that was a part of this lengthy course of and in addition those who stood by us or are now not with us, I’m certain they’d be proud. Shoutout to the QA and TempQA groups that diligently saved on trucking by — Lorean V
The little gamer in me nonetheless cannot consider it. Thanks to our unbelievable neighborhood, to our buddies and family members who supported us, and to all of you on the market who spent hours within the Character Creator… I see you over there! Thanks! — Emilie L
A journey from avidly studying about video video games in online game magazines to this second – feels surreal. Thanks to all of the wonderful individuals who made it occur. — Nikita A.
Thanks emak and ayah for at all times believing in me and to my pricey husband, thanks a lot for at all times having my again. I’m grateful and actually proud to have taken this path! — Husniyah A.
That is actually a spotlight of our profession! Thanks Larian for giving me the chance to work on such an incredible sport, and I dedicate this win to my household who’s been supporting me your complete journey. — Johnny L
It has been an unbelievable journey, from organising the studio in Malaysia with our wonderful group to getting Game of the 12 months! It nonetheless feels surreal, however already wanting ahead to working extra with Workforce Larian to carry extra enjoyable to our followers world wide. — Tomoko C
It was an extended experience… And right here we’re! Born to be kings! We are the princes of the universe! (๑•̀ㅂ•́)ง✧ — Vitalii C
Thanks mother and pa for supporting me all through my journey, I’d not be the place I’m right now with out you each. — Kylar C.
Thanks to all my friends for this important success! Wouldn’t have gotten this far with out the large assist of everybody <3 Particular due to my households and to you, Anne. This success is for you — ZacharyQ
A really particular win, for a really particular sport and a really particular group. I should have rolled a Nat20 to be a part of this historic second! — Jo Anne T
Working with a gaggle of gifted and passionate individuals is great, but in addition having a tremendously supportive neighborhood with us all through the journey is what takes it to an entire different degree! Thanks everybody for having me on this experience! — Aznan F
Fully overwhelmed with gratitude, having to win spectacularly and be on this journey with such a gifted group of individuals. We could not have completed it with out the assist from everybody and our neighborhood. And, oh pickles. — Cindy D
CRITICAL SUCCESS! Congrats Workforce! I’d by no means think about I would be the a part of this very passionate group mate . :’). Congrats to all of us! — Levinna A
Hello Mother! — Martin P
I would wish to thank my cat for at all times standing and meowing by my facet, ensuring I by no means overpassed the essential issues in life: her. Jokes apart, I am really confused for group and gamers. I really feel immensely blessed and grateful for this journey. Thanks. — Kevin VN
After I began within the business I by no means dreamt of being a part of such an excellent sport, even much less so one worthy of GOTY. Thanks everybody for all of the assist and in addition to the Larian group for such an excellent alternative! — Oscar S G
Proud to be a part of such an incredible group, large due to my household and buddies for assist through the years. It is a excessive level, however individuals will see Larian ascend to even increased peaks within the years to come back. — Blake M
It is surreal to see all of the love and appreciation for BG3. I am pleased to be concerned within the creation of one thing that affected so many individuals’s lives. Thanks for all of the assist. — Sebastiaan S
Superb to be among the many skills to ship this masterpiece to the gamers, but in addition wonderful to be that participant myself. — Roman P
Dwelling in a dream dimension over right here. Enormous shoutout to my group and gamers for by no means ceasing to dream. All I can do now could be pay it ahead. — Paul D L
I am so grateful to my buddies, household, and wonderful girlfriend for his or her assist within the final six years, tremendously pleased with the group that has given their all for your complete mission, and glad we have given the gamers which have at all times impressed us to do higher, a sport they do, apparently, suppose is best. — Ilya V
It is wonderful to witness the love poured into this sport, each by the groups for its creation and the neighborhood at massive. I am grateful to be part of this. Thanks for all of the assist! — Joke
I am immensely proud to think about these 500+ Larianites my teammates #TeamLarian — CJ
It has been a really wild experience. Seeing so many individuals join with the sport already felt like an excellent finish to the story, however profitable Game of the 12 months is… yeah it is fairly good — River S
Thanks to my dad and mom for all of the assist through the years. It is a privilege to get to work with a gaggle of individuals this gifted and enthusiastic about video games. Seeing Baldur’s Gate 3 win GOTY is really a surreal second and I could not be extra pleased with the entire group. — Brian C
Making a sport like BG3 resides my childhood dream! However final couple of years was an actual curler coaster. I am very grateful for the assist of my companion, buddies and naturally Larian household! — Maria B
So pleased I received the chance to be part of this, and to see how this sport was in a position to carry so many alternative individuals collectively. — Fanny M
I am glad that gamers benefit from the sport as a lot as I take pleasure in making it! — Aleksei D
I am going to endlessly treasure the reminiscences I’ve made right here at Larian engaged on BG3, it has been a wild experience up to now and I am unable to thank everybody sufficient. My colleagues, the neighborhood, you all are wonderful. — Jack S
Typically you eat the bear and generally the bear eats you. — Arthur M
I like the group and everybody concerned in making this excellent sport. It is simply an unbelievable consequence. — Alexander G
I’m what I do. It turned out OK. — Viacheslav Okay
What an unbelievable journey to have been on the previous 4 years with the Larian Household. To the gamers, please by no means cease creating such phenomenal art work and sharing your passions with us, you actually hold us going! To Jim, I miss you, thanks for taking the prospect on me. — Leah C
So proud to have been part of the group ❤ — Quinn S
Began out 26 years in the past with a Frogger remake, now graduated to Area Frog in Ghaik Land. It has been an excellent journey shared with many individuals, and I am wanting ahead to persevering with the trek! — Jonas M
I wasn’t even planning to work within the video-game business at first, however Larian satisfied me to affix them on their wild journey. I am amazed by the success of BG3, however I am additionally not all that shocked once I see the eagerness our groups have for his or her work. Thanks everyone! — Gabriel B
Working at Larian is fucking wild — Matt D
BG1 and a couple of have been my favourite video games again within the day and I really feel very lucky to have had the prospect to work on this mission. — Alex Boca
Thanks to all of the fur-/feather- & scale-babies who saved us provided with a gradual dose of fluffy feels & happiness — Elke T
I’ve at all times dreamed about having a job within the gaming business! and now that the primary sport that I’ve labored on will get the Game of the 12 months award…. Superb guys <3, thanks all a lot for supporting us. — Martijn P
“Mister Chim goes to Hollywood!” I’m actually proud to signify your complete Larian Studios group on stage at The Game Awards 2023! This win was solely attainable with the love and exhausting work from everybody concerned. Our video games are all about freedom and participant selection, the participant might be who he needs to be, in command of their very own future. That is precisely the world I wish to be a part of! 😀 — Joa C
Engaged on BG3 was a dream come true, all of the persons are so gifted and hardworking it’s loopy! — Kat S
Devoted to my dad and mom and my spouse for all of the assist through the years. Profitable GOTY was fairly wonderful however engaged on it with probably the most gifted & passionate bunch (shoutout Workforce Cinematics) although is an entire new degree of fantastic. Immensely grateful and honoured. I hope I’ve not used up all of my luck and luck allotted to me on this lifetime as a result of this was one thing else. Thanks to the avid gamers as effectively for the nice reception & love! — Faridz R
Profitable a GOTY is without doubt one of the greatest experiences I’ve had throughout my profession. It’s a bit overwhelming, particularly when you concentrate on what number of video games are launched yearly and what superior opponents we had this 12 months, so thanks, thanks very a lot on your assist and your acknowledgement. — Javier M N
Thanks group! Thanks household! Thanks neighborhood, followers and gamers! With out all of you this could not have been attainable nor as nice – Larian – BG3 f* yeah! — Lil’Jean
Overwhelmed with tears of pleasure and excited like a small youngster is what I really feel when our group retains on receiving recognition by the awards and so many heartwarming messages from gamers across the globe. It feels unreal how BG3 moved so many individuals. An enormous thanks to everybody who supported us all through this unbelievable journey! — Kathleen D
What a experience it has been! I am so extremely grateful for the infinite assist of my household and buddies, in addition to the love from each the group and the followers. We could not have completed it with out you! On to the following journey! — Luna De G
Seeing BG3 win GOTY was so wonderful, so pleased with the entire group to obtain the popularity for all of the exhausting work! Working at Larian has been an incredible expertise, so thanks everybody! — Tiffany D
A heartfelt thanks to every one among you for making our sport the Better of the 12 months! I am extremely proud to be a part of such a gifted and devoted group. Your exhausting work and fervour shine by, and I am unable to await extra successes collectively — Reza.A
For Jim, this was his Swan Tune and what an unbelievable feat to have completed. Cherished and adored by his household, buddies and the group he left behind, his legacy won’t ever be forgotten. — Jim S
So proud to have labored with an unbelievable group on a sport performed and cherished by so many. A particular due to my household for all their assist! — Sean
I could not be extra grateful for the chance to work on this sport, however extra so the chance to work with my buddies and colleagues right here! I by no means in my life would have regarded as this lucky. — Gab J
20 years in the past I used to be drawing and inventing tales for my first D&D character ever. Little did I do know again then that future me can be a part of a group that units a benchmark within the D&D and gaming neighborhood by delivering a GOTY profitable title in a universe I maintain up so dearly. Thanks to everybody who performs Baldur’s Gate 3 and helps us in our endeavour! — Thierry
It is a heck of an achievement to win the GOTY, for the sport and for the studio, and I am grateful for being part of this expertise. — Tatiana O
Working with the perfect group on the perfect sport alongside the perfect neighborhood was the consideration of a lifetime. Thanks for letting us be a celebration stuffed with weirdos. — Molly C
Solely been right here for a couple of months, however discovered fairly rapidly how a lot effort really received into this masterpiece of a sport. Congratulations everyone! — Jonah W
Engaged on BG3 was the perfect expertise ever and I did not count on the GOTY so congratulations to Larian and the entire group. I’m actually grateful to Larian and the group to provide me this chance to work on the best sport ever! — Soham P
By no means been so pleased with a group, in an extended profession of 25 years, as right now. I’m nonetheless so grateful that I might grow to be a part of it early this 12 months. — Joris M
I wish to dedicate this sport to my late dad, if not for him I by no means would’ve gotten into video video games, to my household that saved pushing me, and to the wonderful group at Larian, who make miracles actuality virtually each day. Thanks all for making this legendary sport attainable! — Alexis H
All I ever wished to do in my profession is to create superior interactive soundscapes… doing this on such an distinctive and excellent sport, with such gifted and funky individuals is simply fucking loopy! TEAM! — Stefan R
Past proud to be a part of a group, one huge household that labored so exhausting on this one. Making this sport in its style and ending up profitable GOTY, is simply thoughts blowing. Wanting ahead to see Larian burst to new heights. — Christophe DM
Because of everybody who voted for us as GOTY, my dad and mom and household are lastly beginning to get how huge of a sport BG3 actually is. Because of my colleagues for the talks at my desk, throughout lunch and thru slack. Because of my colleagues for creating such an exquisite world with the instruments I helped develop. — Marjolein G
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