Palworld fans have expressed disappointment after the game received no nominations at The Game Awards, sparking debates about perceived snubs. Despite its initial success since launching in January, the potential "snub" has drawn attention from its community, prompting responses from the game's community manager, John Buckley. He downplayed the disappointment on Twitter, suggesting that social media has become overly dramatic. Buckley also voiced concerns over the snubbing of another title, Satisfactory. This controversy comes amid legal challenges faced by developer Pocketpair, as Nintendo has filed a lawsuit against them for alleged patent infringement related to Palworld.

Why was Palworld not nominated at The Game Awards 2024?

Palworld failed to secure any nominations at The Game Awards 2024 despite its popularity since launch, leading to discussions among fans about potential unfair treatment. The game's community manager believes the outrage is overblown and criticized the culture of social media for creating dramatic responses.

Palworld is an action-adventure game developed by Pocketpair, blending familiar monster-collecting mechanics with unique gunplay elements. Released in January 2024, the game quickly gained attention for its creative concept and gameplay mechanics. However, it also entered a legal battle with Nintendo over claims of patent infringement, which has overshadowed its awards recognition.