Resident Evil Requiem Dominates Golden Joystick Awards with Four Wins
The latest installment in the long-running survival horror franchise took home multiple top honors at the Golden Joystick Awards, including ultimate game of the year.
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Key points
- Resident Evil Requiem won ultimate game of the year with 17 percent of the public vote.
- Angela Sant'Albano earned best lead performer for playing FBI agent Grace Ashcroft.
- Capcom was named studio of the year at the annual Golden Joystick Awards.
Resident Evil Requiem swept the competition at the Golden Joystick Awards on Wednesday, capturing four major trophies including the coveted ultimate game of the year title. Released in February, the latest chapter in Capcom's three-decade-old survival horror franchise secured 17 percent of the public vote to outpace competitors like Phantom Blade Zero and Crimson Desert.
In addition to the top overall prize, the title earned console game of the year and best game trailer for its "Evil Has Always Had A Name" promo. Actress Angela Sant'Albano was awarded best lead performer for her portrayal of FBI agent Grace Ashcroft, a brand new protagonist who shares the spotlight with returning fan favorite Leon S. Kennedy as they investigate mysterious deaths around Raccoon City's police department.
Japanese developer Capcom also triumphed as studio of the year, gaining recognition for broader output that included Onimusha: Way of the Sword and Pragmata, where Grace Saif picked up best supporting performer for her role as Diana. Other notable winners at the event included the indie multiplayer hit Meccha Chameleon and House House's cooperative title Big Walk.
The global survival horror phenomenon continues to resonate strongly with players thirty years after its initial debut, cementing its enduring cultural footprint across gaming, film, and television.
Fans looking for more horror action can dive into the title now across major consoles and PC. What to watch next: Stay tuned for future announcements regarding Capcom's upcoming pipeline, following their studio-of-the-year win.
Source BBC Entertainment — bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmg46y76kz5no?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss ↗
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