Shacknews Best Narrative Game of 2022 – Beacon Pines
Of all the stories told in 2022 games, learn why Hiding Spot and Fellow Traveller's Beacon Pines was the one that stood out most this year.
Shacknews Best FPS Game of 2022 – Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands
Find out why we were so enamored with the magic world of Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, especially when it came to shooting our way through it.
Shacknews Best RPG of 2022 – Elden Ring
When it comes to playing the role you want in a video game, few manage to offer the freedom seen in Elden Ring.
Shacknews Best Horror Game of 2022 – MADiSON
MADiSON might just be one of the best horror games to release is quite a long time and certainly the best horror game of 2022.
Shacknews Best PC Game of 2022 – Teardown
Teardown's physics, use of voxel art style and ray tracing, along with its explosive sandbox position it as a staple in a PC player's library.
Shacknews Best Gaming Accessory of 2022 – Victrix Pro BFG Wireless Controller
Check why the Victrix Pro BFG Wireless Controller ended up being our go-to gamepad on the PS5 in 2022.
Shacknews Best Art Style of 2022 – Pentiment
Obsidian's adventure gem hosts the best art style we've seen this year.
Shacknews Most Improved Game 2022 – Cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077 has improved drastically from its release in 2020 and has taken home the Most Improved Game 2022 at the Shacknews Awards.
Shacknews Best Strategy Game of 2022 – Marvel Snap
Second Dinner delivered an impressively layered card strategy game with Marvel Snap.
Shacknews Best Early Access Game of 2022 – Disney Dreamlight Valley
Disney Dreamlight Valley is a delightfully nostalgic spin on a proven formula.