Core Points - The main focus of this year's TGA was on "Light and Shadow: Expedition 33," which won 9 out of 29 awards, dominating the event [3][4][29] - The awards received by Expedition 33 included significant categories such as Game of the Year, Best Game Direction, Best Narrative, Best RPG, Best Music/Score, Best Independent Game, and Best Performance [4][29] - The controversy surrounding Expedition 33's numerous awards stems from its unexpected level of success, leading to discussions about its classification as an independent game due to its development team's size and external outsourcing [8][10] Summary by Categories - **Best Narrative**: Expedition 33 faced tough competition from titles like "Death Stranding 2: On the Shore of the Underworld" and "Silent Hill f," highlighting its strong narrative quality [6] - **Best Independent Game**: There was debate over whether Expedition 33 should be considered an independent game, given its reliance on a large number of outsourced developers [8] - **Other Notable Awards**: Other games recognized included "Hades 2" for Best Action Game, "Hollow Knight: Silksong" for Best Action Adventure, and "Arc Raiders" for Best Multiplayer Game, showcasing a diverse range of titles [16][18][20][29] - **Upcoming Titles**: The event also featured announcements for upcoming games, including "Tomb Raider: Catalyst" and a new title from Larian Studios, generating excitement within the gaming community [30][37]