Celebrating Canadian Gaming: The Great Canadian Game-Off
This month, the Entertainment Software Association of Canada (ESAC) kicked off an exciting initiative called The Great Canadian Game-Off. This campaign invites gaming enthusiasts to cast their votes for their favorite games developed in Canada while also giving them a chance to win gift cards for gaming subscriptions.
The timing of this event is significant as it marks ESAC's 20th anniversary. To celebrate two decades of supporting the thriving billion-dollar gaming industry in Canada, they are highlighting the rich history and achievements within this vibrant sector.
Round 1 Recap: Your Favorite Games
In the first round of The Great Canadian Game-Off, fans were asked to select their top picks from a wide range of genres and numerous nominees. With so many options available, it was an exciting opportunity for gamers to showcase their preferences. Now that Round 1 has concluded, we're moving into Round 2.
Starting on July 31 and continuing until August 25, voters will have the chance to choose from a shortlist created by your selections in Round 1. This next phase promises even more engagement as fans rally behind their favorites once again.
The Finalists Are Here!
The competition has narrowed down to nine standout titles that represent some of the best talent in Canadian game development:
- Age of Empires IV (co-developed by Relic Entertainment – Vancouver, B.C.)
- Assassin's Creed II (Ubisoft Montreal – Montreal, Que.)
- Cuphead (Studio MDHR – Oakville, Ont.)
- Dead by Daylight (Behaviour Interactive – Montreal, Que.)
- Far Cry III(Ubisoft Montreal – Montreal, Que.)
- Luigi's Mansion III (Next Level Games – Vancouver, B.C.)
- Mass Effect II (BioWare – Edmonton, Alta.)
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Dive Deeper into Canada's Gaming Scene!
The ESAC website offers more than just voting opportunities; it features fascinating insights about Canada's gaming industry as well. If you're curious about how our local developers are shaping global trends or want fun facts about popular games made right here at home-be sure to check it out!
A Look at June's Best-Selling Titles
If you're interested in what games have been making waves recently across Canada-the ESAC has also shared information on last month's best-selling titles! It's always intriguing to see which games capture players' attention and why they resonate with audiences nationwide.
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