IGEA acknowledges and pays respect to the past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders of this land and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
IGEA recognises that our work also extends across to the lands of Aotearoa, and recognise the strength, wisdom and creativity of the Māori and the Moriori people.
We extend our respects to all Indigenous people of countries where our members and stakeholders live and work.
The Australian Game Developer Awards (AGDAs) is the Australian games industry’s night of nights where we join together and celebrate the outstanding games and individual achievements of the Australian game development community.
Spanning 12 game awards, 2 personal and 1 studio award, the AGDAs seek to elevate and celebrate across our diverse and talented local industry.
The AGDAs will be held on Wednesday 7 October at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, as part of Melbourne International Games Week.
About History Schedule TicketsApplications for AGDAs 2026 are now closed. Stay tuned!
GAMES AWARDS
Excellence in Visual Art
Excellence in Gameplay
Excellence in Narrative
Excellence In Sound Design
Excellence in Music
Excellence in Accessibility
Excellence in Mobile
Excellence in Extended Reality
Excellence in Impact
Excellence In Ongoing
Excellence in Debut
Game of the Year
CAREER & CULTURE AWARDS
Studio of the Year
The Adam Lancman Award
The Rising Star Award
Tickets to the 2026 Australian Game Developer Awards will be available in August 2026
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