For the first time in nearly four years, Genshin Impact has not received a nomination in any category at the Mobile Game Awards 2024. This marks a significant shift in the landscape of mobile gaming recognition, as Genshin Impact has been a consistent presence at the awards since its release.
But why is Genshin not included this year? Simply put, it’s not eligible anymore. To be qualified for this year, the game should have launched between January 2023 through June 2024. Genshin Impact is 4 years old, launching on September 28, 2020, thus not meeting the criteria.
While Genshin Impact is notably absent, other gacha games have stepped into the spotlight. Titles such as Honkai Star Rail and Wuthering have secured nominations in various categories, including the prestigious Game of the Year. However, the Mobile Game Awards 2024 has not entirely overlooked Hoyoverse, the developer behind Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail. The company has received a nomination in the Best Developer category, acknowledging their continued impact on the mobile gaming industry.
The Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards, associated with Gamelight this year, celebrates excellence across the mobile games industry. The awards recognize various aspects of the mobile gaming ecosystem, from developers and publishers to advertising, monetization, and emerging technologies. A lobbying and voting process during the first quarter of the year determines the nominations.
As the mobile gaming landscape continues to evolve, the absence of Genshin Impact from this year’s nominations may reflect the rapid pace of innovation and competition in the sector.
