Gayming Awards Announces 2024 Event and Winners
The Gayming Awards, known for celebrating LGBTQ+ representation in the gaming industry, has announced that its 2024 event will be held on June 25 as part of IGN’s Summer of Gaming event. The awards ceremony will be livestreamed on IGN’s channels as well as Gayming Magazine’s Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok channels. The event is set to feature the Gayming Icon Award, which will be presented to Dungeons & Dragons lead rules designer Jeremy Crawford, as well as the LGBTQ Streamer Rising Star Class of 2024.
The Gayming Awards 2024 is supported by various sponsors and supporters, including TikTok, Devolver Digital, Logitech G, Humble Games, Zynga, Out Making Games, Qweerty Games, and NYC Gaymers. This partnership highlights the importance of inclusivity and representation in the gaming industry.
The Rising Star Class of 2024 includes Devoglaer, PearlTeese, SimplyAretha, Sukar Baba, and sinarynn. These up-and-coming queer content creators will receive a prize package from Logitech, further supporting their growth and success in the industry.
Robin Gray, the creator of the Gayming Awards, expressed his excitement about announcing the winners for this year’s event. Despite the challenges faced by both the awards and the gaming industry as a whole in 2024, Gray is thrilled to honor Jeremy Crawford as the Gayming Icon 2024 for his contributions to LGBTQ+ inclusion in Dungeons & Dragons. Notably, this year also marks the 50th anniversary of Dungeons & Dragons, adding even more significance to Crawford’s achievement.
The nominations for the 2024 Gayming Awards cover a wide range of categories that highlight the best games, characters, and contributions to LGBTQ+ representation in the gaming industry. These include the Game of the Year Award, Gayming Magazine Readers’ Award, Industry Diversity Award, Authentic Representation Award, Best LGBTQ+ Character Award, Best LGBTQ+ Indie Game Award, LGBTQ+ Streamer of the Year Award, Best LGBTQ+ Contribution to Esports Award, and the LGBTQ+ Geek Entertainment Moment of the Year.
By recognizing and celebrating LGBTQ+ representation and inclusivity in gaming, the Gayming Awards continue to inspire and empower queer individuals within the industry. The awards not only acknowledge the achievements of prominent figures like Jeremy Crawford but also shine a spotlight on emerging talent in the LGBTQ+ gaming community. Through partnerships with organizations like IGN and support from sponsors and supporters, the Gayming Awards are able to reach a wider audience and foster a more inclusive gaming landscape.
In a world where representation matters, the Gayming Awards serve as a powerful platform for queer voices and stories in the gaming industry. With each passing year, the awards ceremony becomes an even more significant event, amplifying the importance of diversity and inclusion in gaming. As the industry continues to evolve, it is crucial to uplift and celebrate LGBTQ+ creators, streamers, and contributors who are making a positive impact on the gaming community.