The International Game Developers Association (IGDA) has announced that nominations are now open for the 5th Annual Game Developers Choice Awards. Nominations, open to IGDA members, will be accepted until January 14th, via the website at
www.igda.org/awards.
The awards will be presented on March 9th at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco, which is organized by CMP Media - who also run this site.
Each award will recognize innovation and excellence in the art of making games, in each of the following categories: Best Game, Innovation, Audio, Character Design, Game Design, Technology, Visual Arts, Writing, New Studio, Lifetime Achievement, First Penguin, Maverick and Community Contribution.
"Game developers are the creative engine of this industry," said IGDA executive director Jason Della Rocca. "Having them be recognized by their peers for their talent and achievements is only fitting."
