Gamers from across Australia will have the chance to make their voices heard. The inaugural Australian Games Awards (AGAs) has just been announced, giving gamers the opportunity to vote and nominate across 30 different categories.

With categories in areas of games, game development, esports, cosplay, content creation, accessories, and media – the aim of the awards is to “recognise excellence”.

“I’m so thrilled to finally reveal the event,” said Trade Media Director, Joel Van Daal at the launch of the AGAs.

“This will be the biggest ever celebration of Australian gaming culture, and will give the community the opportunity to have their say. Games are the premier form of entertainment, and we are just pleased to be able to give them the platform it deserves.”

With the event being held at Sydney’s Luna Park on Wednesday, December 19, the AGAs are not far away. However, nominations are now open and will be open up until midnight AEST on November 19. Voting will open later that week and close in early December.

After the event’s organiser, Trade Media, made the announcement yesterday the community was quick to respond. Within 24 hours Mr Van Daal tweeted out that the AGAs had already received 2,200 nominations.

So there has been over 2,200 nominations in under 24-hours for the first @AusGamesAwards … — JVD – #TheAGAs are coming! (@JVDMCV) November 5, 2018

For those interested in attending the AGAs, 200 Ultimate Fans can celebrate alongside the chosen finalists by purchasing tickets through EB Games- the official retail partner for the awards. Tickets will cost $199 and include food, drinks, and a swag bag, along with extras that will be announced closer to the event.

To get a head-start on nominating for the AGAs and to purchase a ticket to the event , make sure to head to the AGAs official website.

Categories for the Australian Game Awards

Action/Adventure Title of the Year

Audio Brand of the Year

Australian Developed Game of the Year presented by Bethesda

Breakout Creator of the Year

Controller and Accessories Brand of the Year

Cosplayer of the Year

Creator of the Year

Esports Personality of the Year

Esports Title of the Year

Family/Kids Title of the Year

Game of the Year

Gaming Publication of the Year

Independent Game of the Year presented by Nintendo

Journalist of the Year

Mixer Creator of the Year

Mobile/Handheld Title of the Year

Multiplayer/Online Title of the Year

Organisation of the Year

Play of the Year

Player of the Year

RPG of the Year

Shooter of the Year

Social Media God

Sports, Racing or Fighting Title of the Year

Strategy Title of the Year

Table Top of the Year

Team of the Year

The Gamechanger

Twitch Creator of the Year

Youtube Creator of the Year

With so many categories, the AGAs are indeed representing all those who make the Australian Gaming Industry what it is today.

To keep up-to-date with announcements and to follow the event’s progress make sure to check out the AGAs on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.