INDIE GAME AWARDS

Was the game released between 6 Dec 2022 and 5 Dec 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What is the name of the game you are submitting?

What's the name of your studio?

Please provide a link to a site where your game can be purchased.

Please provide a link to a video showing footage that showcases and/or explains the positive mental health representation that you believe deserves consideration.

Do we have permission to use the above video provided to support your submission, at the event and for any promotional material related to the Debug Game Awards?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

Why do you think your game deserves to be nominated for this category?

Should your game be nominated, we will require 25 keys, or the ability to download a free version, to allow our panel to play the game. Will this be possible?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

To check your eligibility to be shortlisted, we require one key up front, or access to a free download of the game. Please add this key (and platform) or download link below.

Only one representative for each game can receive the trophy for this award, should the game win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the game be shortlisted, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

Was the game released between 6 Dec 2022 and 5 Dec 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What is the name of the game/accessibility innovation you are submitting?

What's the name of your studio?

Please provide a link to a site where your game/hardware can be purchased.

Please provide a link to a video showing footage that showcases and/or explains the accessibility that you believe deserves consideration.

Do we have permission to use the above video provided to support your submission, at the event and for any promotional material related to the Debug Game Awards?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

Why do you think your game/hardware deserves to be nominated for this category?

Should your game/hardware be nominated, we will require 25 keys, or the ability to download a free version, to allow our panel to play the game. Will this be possible?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

To check your eligibility to be shortlisted, we require one key up front, or access to a free download of the game. Please add this key (and platform) or download link below. (If you cannot provide a key/download, see next question)

If your game is not available on a mainstream platform, or if it is in fact a peripheral, would you be able to provide a demonstration for us and the panel on separate days, either via an online platform like Zoom, or in person?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

Only one representative for each game can receive the trophy for this award, should the game win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the game be shortlisted, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

Was the game released between 6 Dec 2022 and 5 Dec 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What is the name of the game you are submitting?

What's the name of your studio?

Please provide a link to a site where your game can be purchased.

Please provide a link to where the soundtrack can be listened to (ideally in full). If any passwords are required, please also provide those here.

Please provide a link to a video showing gameplay footage with the music in situ.

Do we have permission to use the above video and any music submitted to support your submission, at the event and for any promotional material related to the Debug Game Awards?
—Please choose an option—YesYes, but I will require something to be signedNo

Why do you think this soundtrack deserves to be nominated?

To check your eligibility to be shortlisted, we require one key up front, or access to a free download of the game. Please add this key (and platform) or download link below.

Only one representative from a soundtrack team/one composer can receive the trophy should your soundtrack win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the soundtrack be nominated, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

Was the game released between 6 Dec 2022 and 5 Dec 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What is the name of the game you are submitting?

What's the name of your studio?

Please provide a link to a site where your game can be purchased.

Please provide a link to a video showing gameplay footage that highlights the sound design.

Do we have permission to use the above video provided to support your submission, at the event and for any promotional material related to the Debug Game Awards?
—Please choose an option—YesYes, but I will require something to be signedNo

Why do you think your game deserves to be nominated for this category?

Should your game be nominated, we will require 25 keys, or the ability to download a free version, to allow our panel to play the game. Will this be possible?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

To check your eligibility to be shortlisted, we require one key up front, or access to a free download of the game. Please add this key (and platform) or download link below.

Only one representative for each game can receive the trophy for this award, should the game win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the game be shortlisted, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

Was the game released between 6 Dec 2022 and 5 Dec 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What is the name of the game you are submitting?

What's the name of your studio?

Please provide a link to a site where your game can be purchased.

Please provide a link to a video showing gameplay footage that highlights the art direction? And/or, please provide a link to a folder containing art assets.

Do we have permission to use the above video and/or assets provided to support your submission, at the event and for any promotional material related to the Debug Game Awards?
—Please choose an option—YesYes, but I will require something to be signedNo

Why do you think your game deserves to be nominated for this category?

Should your game be nominated, we will require 25 keys, or the ability to download a free version, to allow our panel to play the game. Will this be possible?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

To check your eligibility to be shortlisted, we require one key up front, or access to a free download of the game. Please add this key (and platform) or download link below.

Only one representative for each game can receive the trophy for this award, should the game win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the game be shortlisted, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

Was the game released between 6 Dec 2022 and 5 Dec 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What is the name of the game you are submitting?

What's the name of your studio?

Please provide a link to a site where your game can be purchased.

Please provide a link to a video showing gameplay footage that highlights your gameplay mechanics.

Do we have permission to use the above video provided to support your submission, at the event and for any promotional material related to the Debug Game Awards?
—Please choose an option—YesYes, but I will require something to be signedNo

Why do you think your game deserves to be nominated for this category?

Should your game be nominated, we will require 25 keys, or the ability to download a free version, to allow our panel to play the game. Will this be possible?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

To check your eligibility to be shortlisted, we require one key up front, or access to a free download of the game. Please add this key (and platform) or download link below.

Only one representative for each game can receive the trophy for this award, should the game win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the game be shortlisted, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

Was the game released between 6 Dec 2022 and 5 Dec 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What is the name of the game you are submitting?

What's the name of your studio?

Please provide a link to a site where your game can be purchased.

Please provide a link to a video showing gameplay footage that highlights the narrative of your game.

Do we have permission to use the above video provided to support your submission, at the event and for any promotional material related to the Debug Game Awards?
—Please choose an option—YesYes, but I will require something to be signedNo

Why do you think your game deserves to be nominated for this category?

Should your game be nominated, we will require 25 keys, or the ability to download a free version, to allow our panel to play the game. Will this be possible?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

To check your eligibility to be shortlisted, we require one key up front, or access to a free download of the game. Please add this key (and platform) or download link below.

Only one representative for each game can receive the trophy for this award, should the game win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the game be shortlisted, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

Was the game released between 6 Dec 2022 and 5 Dec 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What is the name of the game you are submitting?

What's the name of your studio?

Please provide a link to a site where your game can be purchased.

Please provide a link to a video showing gameplay footage that highlights the use of Virtual Reality within your game.

Do we have permission to use the above video provided to support your submission, at the event and for any promotional material related to the Debug Game Awards?
—Please choose an option—YesYes, but I will require something to be signedNo

Why do you think your game deserves to be nominated for this category?

Should your game be nominated, we will require 25 keys, or the ability to download a free version, to allow our panel to play the game. Will this be possible?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

To check your eligibility to be shortlisted, we require one key up front, or access to a free download of the game. Please add this key (and platform) or download link below.

Only one representative for each game can receive the trophy for this award, should the game win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the game be shortlisted, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

Was the game released between 6 Dec 2022 and 5 Dec 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What is the name of the game you are submitting?

What's the name of your studio?

Please provide a link to a site where your game can be purchased.

Please provide a link to a video showing footage that showcases and/or explains the innovation/creativity that you believe deserves consideration.

Do we have permission to use the above video provided to support your submission, at the event and for any promotional material related to the Debug Game Awards?
—Please choose an option—YesYes, but I will require something to be signedNo

Why do you think your game deserves to be nominated for this category?

Should your game be nominated, we will require 25 keys, or the ability to download a free version, to allow our panel to play the game. Will this be possible?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

To check your eligibility to be shortlisted, we require one key up front, or access to a free download of the game. Please add this key (and platform) or download link below.

If your game is not available on a mainstream platform, or if it's a peripheral, would you be able to provide a demonstration for us and the panel on separate days, either via an online platform like Zoom, or in person?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

Only one representative for each game can receive the trophy for this award, should the game win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the game be shortlisted, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

Was the game released between 6 Dec 2022 and 5 Dec 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What is the name of the game you are submitting?

What's the name of the studio who created the game?

What is the name of the publisher of the physical release? (If this is different per platform/region, please provide a list below detailing these differences)

Please provide a link to a site where your game can be purchased.

Please provide a link to a video and/or photographs showing the physical game, including packaging and all extras included.

Is the game complete on disc/cart?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

Why do you think your physical release deserves to be nominated for this category?

Should your game be nominated, we would require two copies of the physical release to evaluate. We would require you to cover any postage fees/duty. Would this be possible? If the game was released on more than one platform, we would require the two copies provided to be for different platforms.
—Please choose an option—YesNo

Only one representative for each game can receive the trophy for this award, should the game win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the game be shortlisted, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

Was the game released between 6 Dec 2022 and 5 Dec 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What is the name of the game you are submitting?

What's the name of your studio?

Please provide a link to a site where your game can be played or downloaded.

Does your game offer in-app purchases, loot boxes, subscriptions, etc?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

Does the game require any kind of sign-up to download/play?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

Please provide a link to a video showing gameplay footage that highlights the best aspects of your game.

Do we have permission to use the above video provided to support your submission, at the event and for any promotional material related to the Debug Game Awards?
—Please choose an option—YesYes, but I will require something to be signedNo

Why do you think your game deserves to be nominated for this category?

Only one representative for each game can receive the trophy for this award, should the game win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the game be shortlisted, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

Was the game released between 6 Dec 2022 and 5 Dec 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What is the name of the game you are submitting?

What's the name of your studio?

Please provide a link to a site where your game can be purchased.

What platform(s) is your game available for? Hold CTRL to select multiple.
NESSNESGame Boy / ColorGame Boy AdvanceMaster SystemMega Drive / GenesisDreamcastAmigaOther

Please provide a link to a video showing gameplay footage that highlights your game.

Do we have permission to use the above video provided to support your submission, at the event and for any promotional material related to the Debug Game Awards?
—Please choose an option—YesYes, but I will require something to be signedNo

Why do you think your game deserves to be nominated for this category?

To check your eligibility to be shortlisted, we require one key up front, or access to a free download of the game. Please add this key (and platform) or download link below.

Only one representative for each game can receive the trophy for this award, should the game win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the game be shortlisted, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

Did you release your first game in 2023?
—Please choose an option—YesNo

What's the name of your studio?

Please provide a link to your studio website, or main social media account.

Please provide a link to a store page where your first game can be purchased.

Please provide a link to a video showing footage from your first release.

Do we have permission to use the above video provided to support your submission, at the event and for any promotional material related to the Debug Game Awards?
—Please choose an option—YesYes, but I will require something to be signedNo

Why do you think your studio deserves to be nominated for this category?

To check your eligibility to be shortlisted, we require one key up front, or access to a free download of the game. Please add this key (and platform) or download link below.

Only one representative for each game can receive the trophy for this award, should the game win. They will also be added to the Debug Game Awards Panelist list for future years.
Please provide the name of this person.

Please enter the contact email for the above named representative.

Should the game be shortlisted, will the above named representative be free on the 2nd February 2024 to attend the award ceremony in Nottingham, UK? We will provide free entry and food, but you will have to cover your own travel and accommodation expenses.
—Please choose an option—YesNo, but I will provide a video acceptance should we be shortlistedNo, but I will send someone to accept it in my place should we win

We want to celebrate indie games that released prior to 2023, since there are so many amazing ones out there! You can nominate ANY indie game, so long as it was first released prior to 2023. This could be a hidden gem, or a well-regarded title, so long as you think it is worth peoples while to go and play. We don't want anyone to miss out on incredible indies!

What is the name of the game you are nominating? (This must have been initially released at any time prior to 2023)

What's the name of the studio that created this game?

Why do you think this game deserves to be nominated for this category?

Can you provide a link to a place where this game can be purchased, or where it used to be sold should it no longer be available for sale? If not, type NA.

Does the game you are nominating have a publicly open website/social media page? If so, enter it here. If not, type NA.

Can you provide a link to a video that shows gameplay footage of this title?

The Unsung Hero Award is to celebrate someone in the indie gaming space who has done something incredible with very little (if any) fanfare. This doesn't have to have taken place in 2023 - we're happy to look back to the beginning of gaming! Just make sure you have a good reason, and ideally evidence of what this person has done to make them an indie hero!

What is the name of the person you are nominating for this award?

Why do you think this person deserves to be nominated for this category?

Do you have a link to any evidence that supports your nomination (article, social media post, etc)? If so, add the link(s) below. If not, type NA.

Does the person you are nominating have a publicly accessible website/social media page? If so, enter it here. If not, type NA.

If you're a subscriber to Debug magazine (thank you!) then this category is just for you. Here you can submit your personal indie game of the year for 2023! Following a shortlisting process, the six nominees will then be put back to you for a final vote, meaning the winner of this award is decided by YOU!

If you're not already a subscriber, there's still time! Only entries with a valid subscriber email will qualify, so subscribe to our awesome indie gaming magazine today and then submit your 2023 indie GOTY!

What is the name of the game you are nominating? (This must have been released during 2023)

What's the name of the studio that created this game?

Why do you think this game deserves to be nominated for the Subscribers Choice Award?

Please provide a link to a place where this game can be purchased.