Get ready for some exciting news from Japan’s biggest user-voted game awards! Square Enix’s Final Fantasy VII Rebirth stormed the stage at the Famitsu Dengeki Game Awards 2024, claiming a total of seven prestigious honors—topping it all off with Game of the Year on March 15, 2025.
A Sweep for Square Enix
Not only did Final Fantasy VII Rebirth snag the top spot for Game of the Year, it also swept across multiple categories:
- Best Game Developer/Studio (Square Enix)
- Best Scenario
- Best Graphics
- Best Voice Actor (Maaya Sakamoto as Aerith Gainsborough)
- Best Character (Tifa Lockheart)
- Best RPG
It’s safe to say Rebirth made quite the impression on Japanese fans, delivering exceptional storytelling, stunning visuals, and heart-melting performances from its voice cast.
Other Highlights from the Night
While Final Fantasy VII Rebirth took center stage, several other notable games claimed well-deserved accolades:
- Metaphor: ReFantazio – Best Music and Best Rookie (New IP)
- Astro Bot – Best Action Game
- Rise of the Ronin – Best Action Adventure Game
- Emio – The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club – Best Adventure Game
- Nine Sols – Best Indie Game
- Final Fantasy XIV – Best Online Game
- Zenless Zone Zero – Best Gaming App
Special Mentions and More
In addition, Famitsu/Dengeki Special Awards were handed out to Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story, Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island, and Black Myth: Wukong. And as for what players can’t wait to get their hands on? Pokémon Legends: Z-A took home the title of most anticipated game for 2025.
Japan’s Biggest User-Voted Awards
It’s worth noting that these accolades are based on input from thousands of Japanese gamers who voted between December 16, 2024, and January 13, 2025. Participants could choose from any games released or distributed in 2024, plus titles with ongoing live-service models.
All in all, the Famitsu Dengeki Game Awards 2024 showcased both fresh newcomers and beloved veterans, reflecting the diverse tastes of Japan’s gaming community. With Final Fantasy VII Rebirth leading the charge, it’s clear that 2024 was yet another stellar year for RPG fans—and it sets a high bar for the exciting releases still to come in 2025.
