"Sky Team" is the game of the year 2024
22.7.2024
Translation: machine translated
The "Game of the Year" is the Oscar for board games. In 2024, "Sky Team" wins the race because - according to the jury - it impresses across the board in terms of gameplay, atmosphere and theme.
"Sky Team" is a game for two people. You take on the role of a pilot duo and take on 20 airport missions with different levels of difficulty. The aim is to land the jet safely at various airports around the world.
Why did "Sky Team" lose out to the other nominees - "Captain Flip" and "Auf den Wegen von Darwin" - prevailed? The jury gave the following reasons:
"Sky Team is convincing across the board in terms of gameplay, atmosphere and theme. The short games are highly rewarding in the event of success and, in the event of an unsuccessful landing, tickle you to try again immediately.""
Connoisseur game of the year
In addition to the "Game of the Year", the jury also presents an award for the "Connoisseur Game of the Year". These games are aimed more at experienced players. They are more complex and usually more time-consuming than conventional parlour games. The winner in this category was "e-Mission". A co-operative game in which you have to stop climate change with ground-breaking projects.
The jury argues the victory of "e-Mission" with the following words:
", 'e-Mission' is brilliantly thought out, exciting and educational - and shows the value of cooperation: If everyone pulls together, we can still overcome this global crisis.""
Nominated for "Connoisseur Game of the Year 2024" were also "Die Gilde der fahrenden Händler" and, as already mentioned, "Zug um Zug Legacy".
Children's game of the year
Little game fans don't miss out either. Every year, the jury presents an award for the "Children's Game of the Year". The winner in this category was "The Magic Keys". In this game, children aged six and up roll the dice through a magical forest of keys and try to collect as many crystals as possible.
"A treasure chest that can only be opened sometimes and glittering gemstones - this is how 'The Magic Keys' immediately captivates children."
Nominated for "Children's Game of the Year 2024" alongside "The Magic Keys" were "Grosse kleine Edelsteine" and "Taco Katze Pizza Junior".
This year's "Game of the Year" award winners were consistently convincing. "Sky Team", "e-Mission" and "The Magic Keys" offer unique and exciting gaming experiences. Which of these games excites you the most? Share your opinion and experiences in the comments.
Header image: Thomas Ecke for Spiel des Jahres e.V.
