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How The Game Awards voting works

The Game Awards voting process involves a combination of public input and a jury of industry professionals. Here's how it works: Initially, a panel of over 100 global media and influencer outlets, along with key figures from the game industry, nominate games across various categories. These nominations are then opened up for public voting, where fans can vote for their favorite games in categories like Game of the Year, Best Narrative, and others. However, the final decision isn't solely based on public votes. Each category has a jury composed of 60-120 industry experts who also vote, and their votes are weighted more heavily than the public's. This jury includes developers, journalists, and other industry insiders. For categories like Best Performance, where expertise might be less relevant, the jury's influence is slightly less pronounced. Additionally, some awards like Best Esports Game or Best Indie Game might have different voting dynamics or additional criteria. The process aims to balance fan enthusiasm with professional critique to determine the winners.

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