Games Awards

The Swedish Game Awards celebrate the craft, creativity, and innovation that define the Swedish games industry. Each category highlights a different dimension of excellence — from groundbreaking design and technology to artistic expression, storytelling, sound, and emerging talent.

These awards serve as a platform to honor the people, studios, and ideas shaping the future of interactive entertainment. With both national and international categories, our ambition is to strengthen global dialogue, elevate outstanding work, and contribute to Sweden’s growing presence in the world of gaming.

Nominations open December 12th and close January 14th.

Award Categories

Best Game Design
For a game that showcases exceptional design craft — balancing mechanics, systems, and player experience in a way that sets a new standard.

Best Technology
Awarded to technical excellence: innovations in gameplay systems, engine work, tools, or breakthroughs pushing the medium forward.

Best Visuals
Honoring outstanding art direction, visual style, and worldbuilding — from character design to environments and overall aesthetic expression.

Best Audio
Celebrating the games where music, sound design, and audio storytelling elevate the entire experience.

Best Debut Game
For a first release that demonstrates strong artistic identity, originality, and craftsmanship — a studio’s breakout moment.

Best Independent Game
Recognizing bold creativity and distinct vision. Awarded to a studio or creator working independently, where artistic freedom is central to the game’s expression.

Game of the Year
The highest recognition. Awarded to the game that defined the year — a benchmark in quality, innovation, and impact.

New Talent: Game of the Year (Student)
Highlighting the next generation of creators. Awarded to a standout student-produced game that shows remarkable promise and creativity.

NEW: International Game of the Year
Introduced to open the gala to global dialogue and visibility. Awarded to an international title that made a significant impact on players and the industry worldwide.