French Indie Sensation
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In a stunning upset, French indie game "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33" from small studio Sandfall Interactive is vying for top honors at The Game Awards, the gaming industry's equivalent of the Oscars. This critically acclaimed game tells a gripping story of a group of characters fighting against impossible odds in a post-apocalyptic universe with a unique French visual style. The game, which has been nominated in a record number of categories, will face stiff competition from industry heavyweights like Hideo Kojima's "Death Stranding 2" and Nintendo's "Donkey Kong Bananza". Other notable contenders include "Hades 2" from Supergiant Games and "Hollow Knight: Silksong" from Team Cherry. "Clair Obscur" is also in the running for Best Roleplaying Game, Best Story, Best Music, Best Art Direction, and several categories recognizing acting and voiceovers. The game has also been nominated for the public-vote category, where fans can cast their votes. The Game Awards, hosted by Geoff Keighley, will feature a star-studded lineup of presenters, including Todd Howard and Jeffrey Wright. The ceremony will also include the reveal of new information about highly-anticipated games, including the future of the Tomb Raider series. In addition to the usual broadcast on YouTube and Twitch, The Game Awards will be streamed on Amazon Prime for the first time this year, reaching an estimated 154 million spectators worldwide. The votes from a jury of games journalists and influencers will account for 90 percent of the result, while the public vote will make up 10 percent. With its record-breaking nominations and critically-acclaimed story, "Clair Obscur" is sure to be a fan favorite at The Game Awards. Will it take home the coveted Game of the Year title? Tune in to find out.
