Ever wanted to show your own game? Norweigan Game Awards is your chance!
Participant roadmap to NGA 2026
Here is our step- by- step guide
Prior to NGA
Get working on your game!
1 February 2026 | DEADLINE
Sign up for NGA 2026
You can sign up alone or with your team, it only takes a few seconds!
A short video (30-60 seconds) showcasing gameplay.
15 February 2026 | DEADLINE
Send in a preview
1 March 2026 | DEADLINE
Make sure your game is uploaded to the NGA26 itch.io. See §1.7 for more information.
Last day to submit your game
Welcome to NGA 2026!
Meet the other contestants and attend workshops with our partners
19 March 2026 | NGA First Day
Networking Night
Show off your game, get feedback, play games by other contestants and have fun!
20 March 2026 | NGA Second Day
GameExpo
Award Ceremony
The nominees and winners in each category will be announced
Award Categories
These are the different prices participants can be nominated for.
The jury will focus on the game's performance in every category
See requirements
The prize to win!
Game of the Year
Best overall game execution
Best Gameplay Design
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Most creative and functional game mechanics.
The jury will focus on:
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Creativity and innovation in game mechanics
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Execution and functionality of the game mechanics
See requirements
Gamer's Choice Award
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The Audience votes on their favorite game.
The votes will be open for attendees at the Expo.
See requirements
Best Visual Design
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Best execution of visual art and design.
The jury will focus on:
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Self-designed art and graphics (In game and promotional material)
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Character models and objects used in the game
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Animations
See requirements
Best Audio Design
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Best overall sound and music experience.
The jury will focus on:
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Self-designed music and sound
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Sound effects
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Background music/sound (ambience)
See requirements
Most Innovative Game
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Most unique and creative use of game technology.
The jury will focus on:
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Games that stand out in a crowd
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Platform
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Utilization of game technology in new arenas (Health, Education, Training, etc.)
See requirements
Best Narrative
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Most compelling narrative in any form imaginable.
The jury will focus on:
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Games with a compelling story
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How the game’s vision is expressed
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The game’s ability to provoke emotions
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The game’s atmosphere
See requirements
KickAss Award
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The game with the biggest potential to acheive comercial success.
The jury will focus on:
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the team or dev's ambition to work together for game success
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desire to become professional game developers
See requirements
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