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DICE Awards 2026: Clair Obscur Leads with Eight Nominations

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Summary

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The 29th annual DICE Awards will take place on February 12, 2026.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Ghost of Yotei each have eight nominations.
Dispatch and ARC Raiders each have six nominations.
Blue Prince has five nominations.
Astro Bot was last year's top winner with five awards including Game of the Year.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural DICE Awards in 1998, presented by the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences, celebrated video game achievements, with "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time" winning Game of the Year. This marked a pivotal moment in recognizing video games as an art form, reflecting the industry's cultural significance, which continues today with nominations for the 29th DICE Awards, including "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33."

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The 29th annual DICE Awards will take place on February 12, 2026.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Ghost of Yotei each have eight nominations.
Dispatch and ARC Raiders each have six nominations.
Blue Prince has five nominations.
Astro Bot was last year's top winner with five awards including Game of the Year.

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