The Spawnies reveal 2022 award nominees

Published , by Donovan Erskine

The Spawnies debuted last year as a celebration of the most notable game releases of the year. An extension of the Spawn on Me podcast, the award show is hosted by Kahlief Adams and Riana Manuel-Peña. With a couple of months until the ceremony, The Spawnies has released its official nominee list.

Here are all of the nominees for The Spawnies, as shared on the event’s website:


Source: The Spawnies

6 Million Ways To Die Award (Best Shooter)

Snot Bubble Cry Award (Most Emotional / Narrative Game)

On The Road Again Award (Best Ongoing Game)

Indiepocalypse Award (Best Indie Game)

Turn Me Up Award (Best Music in a Game)

Oh Snap! Award (Most Surprising Game)

Ease On Down The Road Award (Best Adventure Game)

Jamiroquai Award (Best VR Game)

One Shining Moment Award (Best Sports Game)

Brookago Heritage Award (Diversity Award)

Be Water, My Friend (Best Fighting Game)

Crystal Biscuit Award (Most Anticipated Upcoming Game)

Cheddar Bay Biscuit Award (Best Game of the Year)


The Spawnies will go down on January 30, 2023, at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET. The show has already teased a line-up of special guests, as well as some musical performances. After a successful debut last year, The Spawnies are back for a sophomore outing.