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Issue #6
Video Game Awards Are Here! See The Winners
December 13, 2023 • 12 minutes
Welcome to the latest edition Runes Newsletter, your go-to source for all things gaming! Learn everything there is to know about the Game Awards, E3 and more!
Rune optimized gas, released a new recipe and the next update!
Happy reading and happy gaming! Until next week 👋
Important events for Rune
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Rune News
Multi-Burn is coming!
We have been prioritizing work on upgrades that reduce fees as much as we possibly can on the network.
The first upgrade is now live: the gas optimization update should lower gas fees across our contracts by an average of ~13%!
This is not the multi-burn upgrade (still being worked on). But is the first step to helping reduce gas cost for users over all.
You can expect the next update to be the multi-burn.
In the meantime, you might want to check your inventory. We have a new recipe out!
The Gold Crown
The Game Awards 2023 Extravaganza Unveiled!
The stage was set ablaze at The Game Awards 2023, delivering a jaw-dropping spectacle of gaming revelations. From Monster Hunter's next chapter to Hideo Kojima's OD project, here's your swift rundown:
Monster Hunter: Wilds Takes Flight in 2025
Capcom roared with Monster Hunter: Wilds, ushering in the sixth generation of the beloved franchise in 2025. Flying mounts, desert landscapes, and colossal monsters promise a thrilling new era for hunters.
Kojima's OD: A Cinematic Odyssey
Hideo Kojima unveiled OD, his much-anticipated Xbox project, featuring stars like Sophia Lillis and Jordan Peele. Brace for a gaming experience transcending traditional boundaries.
God of War Ragnarok DLC: Valhalla
PlayStation stunned with a free DLC expansion for God of War Ragnarok, titled Valhalla. Dive into roguelite elements merged with God of War combat, available for download on December 12, 2023.
SEGA's Mega Announcement: Jet Set Radio Returns!
SEGA dropped a bombshell, revealing five new games in development, including fan-favorites like Jet Set Radio, Streets of Rage, and more. A nostalgic journey awaits for SEGA enthusiasts.
Embark's Surprise Drop: The Finals
Embark's competitive shooter, The Finals, shadow-dropped at The Game Awards 2023, offering PC players fame, fortune, and sponsorships in an adrenaline-pumping game show setting.
Hello Games' Ambitious Venture: Light No Fire
No Man's Sky developer Hello Games teased Light No Fire, an ambitious open-world, online multiplayer game featuring building, dragonriding, and cooperative gameplay elements.
Final Fantasy XVI Unveils DLC Waves
Square Enix treated fans with two waves of DLC for Final Fantasy XVI: Echoes of the Fallen and The Rising Tide, expanding the storyline and introducing new challenges.
Skull and Bones Sets Sail on February 16, 2024
After delays, Skull and Bones finally marked its calendar for a February 16, 2024 release, promising an immersive pirate experience.
Lost Records: Bloom and Rage by Dontnod
Dontnod, the creative force behind Life Is Strange, teased its next universe with Lost Records: Bloom and Rage, exploring friendships rekindled after two decades.
Dragon Ball Sparking Zero: A Saiyan Saga Unveiled
Fans rejoiced as Dragon Ball Sparking Zero, the awaited Budokai Tenkaichi game, received a proper reveal, promising an epic Saiyan saga.
Moon Studios' No Rest for the Wicked: An ARPG Adventure
Moon Studios, the creators of Ori, introduced No Rest for the Wicked, a Diablo-like ARPG promising a treasure-filled, creature-battling journey.
THE WINNERS OF 2023:
Game of the Year
Alan Wake 2
Baldur's Gate 3 - WINNER
Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Resident Evil 4 Remake
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Best Game Direction
Alan Wake 2 - WINNER
Baldur's Gate 3
Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Best Narrative
Alan Wake 2 - WINNER
Baldur's Gate 3
Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
Final Fantasy 16
Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Best Art Direction
Alan Wake 2 - WINNER
Hi-Fi Rush
Lies of P
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Best Score/Music
Alan Wake 2
Baldur's Gate 3
Final Fantasy 16 - WINNER
Hi-Fi Rush
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Best Audio Design
Alan Wake 2
Dead Space Remake
Hi-Fi Rush - WINNER
Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Resident Evil 4 Remake
Best Performance
Ben Starr - Final Fantasy 16
Cameron Monaghan - Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Idris Elba - Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
Melanie Liburd - Alan Wake 2
Neil Newbon - Baldur's Gate 3 - WINNER
Yuri Lowenthal - Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Games for Impact
A Space for the Unbound
Chants of Sennaar
Goodbye Volcano High
Tchia - WINNER
Terra Nil
Venba
Best Ongoing Game
Apex Legends
Cyberpunk 2077 - WINNER
Final Fantasy 14
Fortnite
Genshin Impact
Best Indie Game
Cocoon
Dave the Diver
Dredge
Sea of Stars - WINNER
Viewfinder
Best Debut Indie Game
Cocoon - WINNER
Dredge
Pizza Tower
Venba
Viewfinder
Best Mobile Game
Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis
Honkai: Star Rail - WINNER
Hello Kitty Island Adventure
Monster Hunter Now
Terra Nil
Best Community Support
Baldur's Gate 3 - WINNER
Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
Destiny 2
Final Fantasy 16
No Man's Sky
Best VR/AR Game
Gran Turismo 7
Humanity
Horizon: Call of the Mountain
Resident Evil Village - WINNER
Synapse
Innovation in Accessibility
Diablo 4
Forza Motorsport - WINNER
Hi-Fi Rush
Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Mortal Kombat 1
Street Fighter 6
Best Action Game
Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon - WINNER
Dead Island 2
Ghostrunner 2
Hi-Fi Rush
Remnant 2
Best Action/Adventure Game
Alan Wake 2
Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Resident Evil 4
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - WINNER
Best RPG
Baldur's Gate 3 - WINNER
Final Fantasy 16
Lies of P
Sea of Stars
Starfield
Best Fighting Game
God of Rock
Mortal Kombat 1
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
Pocket Bravery
Street Fighter 6 - WINNER
Best Family Game
Disney Illusion Island
Party Animals
Pikmin 4
Sonic Superstars
Super Mario Bros. Wonder - WINNER
Best Sports/Racing Game
EA Sports FC 24
F1 23
Forza Motorsport - WINNER
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged
The Crew Motofest
Best SIM/Strategy Game
Advanced Wars 1+" Re-Boot Camp
Cities: Skylines 2
Company of Heroes 3
Fire Emblem Engage
Pikmin 4 - WINNER
Best Multiplayer Game
Baldur's Gate 3 - WINNER
Diablo 4
Party Animals
Street Fighter 6
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Content Creator of the Year
IronMouse - WINNER
PeopleMakeGames
Quackity
Spreen
SypherPK
Best Esports Athlete
Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok - WINNER
Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut
Max “Demon1” Mazanov
Paco “HyDra” Rusiewiez
Park “Ruler” Jae-hyuk
Phillip ”ImperialHal” Dosen
Best Esports Coach
Christine “potter” Chi - WINNER
Danny “zonic” Sorensen
Jordan “Gunba” Graham
Remy “XTQZZZ” Quoniam
Yoon “Homme” Sung-young
Best Esports Event
2023 League of Legends World Championship - WINNER
Blast.tv Paris Major 2023
EVO 2023
The International Dota 2 Championships 2023
VALORANT Champions 2023
Best Esports Game
Counter-Strike 2
Dota 2
Leage of Legends
PUBG Mobile
Valorant - WINNER
Best Esports Team
Evil Geniuses
Fnatic
Gaimin Gladiators
JD Gaming - WINNER
Team Vitality
Most Anticipated Game
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth - WINNER
Hades 2
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
Star Wars Outlaws
Tekken 8
Best Adaptation
Castlevania: Nocturne
Gran Turismo
The Last of Us - WINNER
The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Twisted Metal
Players' Voice
Baldur's Gate 3 - WINNER
Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
Genshin Impact
Marvel's Spider-Man 2
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Gaming News
End of an Era: E3 Officially Shutters Its Doors
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) has officially pulled the plug on the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), once the paramount gaming convention. Waning industry interest and the rise of alternative events prompted this decision. The decline started during the COVID-19 pandemic, with E3 facing cancellations in 2022 and 2023. The ESA cited shifting gamer habits and the withdrawal of key partners as decisive factors.
ESA's CEO, Stanley Pierre-Louis, acknowledged the challenge of bidding farewell to a beloved event. Financial struggles plagued E3, with the 2021 online edition costing $6 million but generating only $3.4 million. With E3's exit, other major gaming conventions like the Tokyo Game Show and Gamescom take the spotlight. In contrast, the Summer Game Fest steps up as a successor, already confirmed for 2024 with major players on board.
The Day Before Game Ends Abruptly: Fntastic Studio Shuts Down
In a surprising move, Fntastic Studio announces the closure of The Day Before game's development and an immediate stop to sales on Steam.
Refunds and Studio Closure: Fntastic collaborates with Steam for buyer refunds, asserting they haven't earned and won't profit from The Day Before. The game vanishes from purchase platforms, and the studio quickly retreats from the public eye.
Developer's Statement: Fntastic Studio, facing financial failure, expresses gratitude for support but lacks resources to continue. Earnings will settle debts, and despite investing five years of effort, the future of The Day Before and Propnight remains uncertain.
Controversial Journey Highlights:
The game faced multiple delays, switching to Unreal Engine 5.
Lack of genuine gameplay fueled doubts.
Scandal revealed poor working conditions at Fntastic.
Removal from Steam in a naming dispute.
Accusations of stolen assets emerged.
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