The Game Awards 2023: Best Game Awards and other awards

The beginning of December was marked by an important event for fans of esports. The results of The Game Awards 2023 were announced, in which the best esportsmen of the world were determined. Throughout the year, fans of esports could place bets at GGBet, which pays special attention to such disciplines. This year's list of the best included both established athletes and a few notable exceptions.

The Game Awards 2023 winners

A total of five esports categories were presented at The Game Awards. Specifically, the event crowned the Best Esports Shift, Best Esports Coach, Best Esports Event, Best Esports Game and Best Esports Team.

This year's nominees for "Best Esportsman" included professionals in the biggest games and from around the world. When determining the winner, successful results over the past year as well as the capabilities of the outstanding players were taken into consideration. Surpassing many other competitors in the еѕроrtѕе, the winner of the palm of honour was Lee "Faker" Sang Heck. In addition to him, the nominees were:

• Paco "HyDra" Rusiewiz from Call of Duty;
• Max "Demon1" Mazanov from Valorant;
• Philip "ImperialHal" Dosen from Apex Legends;
• Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbo from Counter-Strike;
• Park "Ruler" Jae-hek from League of Legends.

In general, this result was not a surprise for those who actively follow the events in the eSports industry. Experts consider the player under the nickname "Faker" a truly iconic figure. Nicknamed "The Unkillable Demon King", the gamer won the title of four-time world champion in the game LoL in 2023. In particular, it was his achievements that guaranteed him the status of the most significant eSportsman of the year.

The title of Best Esports Team went to JD Gaming (JDG) from China, who distinguished themselves in the LoL competition. Along with them, teams such as Gaimin Gladiators from Dota 2, Team Vitality from Counter-Strike and Evil Geniuses and Fnatic from Valorant were nominated.

Features and significance of The Game Awards event

The Game Awards is an annual esports awards event that has been running since 2014. It is currently one of the most prestigious events, and getting nominated is truly the best that can be achieved in video games and esports.

This award recognises and supports creative and technical excellence in the global video game industry. It brings together not only the best players, but also leading game developers and well-known members of popular culture. All in an effort to celebrate and promote the position of gaming as the most exciting, challenging and inspiring form of entertainment today.

For example, the award for Best Game of the Year went to the thrilling Baldur's Gate 3, while the best adventure game went to the stunning The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom, which has captivated millions of users.