Pocket Gamer Awards 2024 winners and game of the year announced

The Pocket Gamer Awards 2024 winners are finally here, following two months of nominations and public voting! While some winners were anticipated, several unexpected titles triumphed in the reader's choice categories. This year's mobile gaming landscape was exceptionally strong, as evidenced by the public's enthusiastic participation.

This awards program has witnessed remarkable growth since its 2010 inception, evolving from a single reader's choice category to a comprehensive celebration of mobile gaming excellence. The nomination process, beginning in October, culminated in an overwhelming response. This year's success isn't just about the sheer volume of votes (which was significant!), but also the impressive representation of the broader gaming industry.

The winners represent a diverse range of developers and publishers, from industry giants like NetEase (with their Sony IP: Destiny), Tencent-backed SuperCell, and Scopely, to established publishers such as Konami and Bandai Namco, and beloved indie studios including Rusty Lake and Emoak. The rise of quality ports is also noteworthy; this year saw numerous successful transitions from PC to mobile, reflected in the award-winning entries in this category.

Without further ado, here's the complete list of winners:

Best Updated Game of the Year