The finalists for the Italian Video Game Awards have been revealed ahead of next month’s ceremony.
The shortlist below was announced on Friday by the Italian Interactive Digital Entertainment Association (IIDEA), Italy’s video game trade body.
The Italian Video Game Awards will see winners announced in five categories: Best Italian Game, Best Italian Debut Game, Best Innovation, Outstanding Italian Company and Outstanding Individual Contribution.
The ceremony will take place on July 6 at 7pm BST / 8pm CEST, which is the opening night of the annual First Playable gaming conference in Florence.
It will be streamed live to English-speaking audiences on VGC for the second year in a row.
Best Italian Game
Best Italian Debut Game
Best Innovation
Outstanding Italian Company
Outstanding Individual Contribution
“It’s such an honour for us to host the Italian Video Game Awards each year and to be a part of putting a spotlight on the excellence within our industry,” said IIDEA general director Thalita Malagò.
“There is always such a huge amount of talent in the entries and this year was no exception. Our industry is growing and thriving each year and we are delighted to see it continue to flourish.”
More information about the Italian Video Game Awards can be found on First Playable’s website.
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