According to the studio on social media, Expedition 33 was awarded the title of "Breakthrough of the Year" at the Japan Game Awards during the Tokyo Game Show. The category was created just last year.
"It's a great honor to receive an award at the Japan Game Awards. Expedition 33 was inspired by many amazing jRPGs that we loved since childhood. Being appreciated in Japan is a very important and personal recognition," — wrote the developers on platform X.
"Without a doubt, our dream has come true. We drew inspiration for Expedition 33 from our favorite jRPGs from early childhood. We are honored that the Japanese audience appreciated our work. In the future, we will try to give unforgettable experiences to fans around the world," — added the authors upon receiving the award.
At the awards ceremony, 16 awards were mainly received by Asian developers. The main prize went to Metaphor: ReFantazio (Altus), the game design award went to Indika (Odd Meter, publisher 11 bit Studios). The full list of awards:
- Grand Award – Metaphor: ReFantazio
- Game Design Award – Indika
- Award for Excellence – Elden Ring Nightreign, Tokyo Xtreme Racer, Dynasty Warriors: Origins, Urban Myth Dissolution Center, Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, The Hundred Line – Last Defense Academy, Fantasy Live i: The Girl Who Steals Time, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Monster Hunter Wilds, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of The Seven
- Breakthrough Award – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Most Promising Game – Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket
- Special Award – PlayStation Store
