2009 GameStooge Award Nominees Announced
- Scribbled on December 1st, 2009 by Jonah Falcon
- Filed in Game Genres, GameStooge Game of the Year Awards, Platforms, Press Release

GameStooge.com has revealed the nominees for the 2009 GameStooge Awards, which honors video games from the industry that have made a profound impact in the year 2009. Many of these games have outgrossed films from the biggest Hollywood studios, and have represented the increasing influence in entertainment.
Developer Rocksteady’s thrilling adaptation of the Dark Knight, Batman: Arkham Asylum, leads all nominated games with an astounding 13 nominations, far out-pacing the second most nominated game, the surprising Popcap Games hit Plants Vs. Zombies, with seven nominations. Other games which received seven nominations included Assassin’s Creed II and the highest grossing game in history Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. Other notable game nominations include Dragon Age: Origins , and Uncharted 2: Among Thieves with six, and four each for the expansion Grand Theft Auto: Episodes From Liberty City (with The Ballad of Gay Tony alone receiving three of the nominations), Bungie’s sequel Halo 3: ODST, Killzone 2, Left 4 Dead 2, and Telltale Games’ adventure series Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Adventures.
This year, the nominations for the Best Game of the Year are:
- Assassin’s Creed II
- Batman: Arkham Asylum
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
- Dragon Age: Origins
- Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Click “Read more…” for the full award nomination list, which is subdivided into Platform, Genre, and Technical divisions.
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- PLATFORM -
Game of the Year 2009
Assassin’s Creed II
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
Dragon Age: Origins
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Best PC Game of 2009
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Dragon Age: Origins
Empire: Total War
Left 4 Dead 2
Plants Vs. Zombies
Best Xbox 360 Game of 2009
Assassin’s Creed II
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
Forza Motorsport 3
Left 4 Dead 2
Best PlayStation 3 Game of 2009
Assassin’s Creed II
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
MLB 09: The Show
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Best PlayStation 2 Game of 2009
Devil Summoner 2
DJ Hero
MLB 09: The Show
Best Wii Game of 2009
Dead Space Extraction
MadWorld
New Super Mario Bros. Wii
Punch-Out!!
Silent Hill: Shattered Memories
Best Nintendo DS Game of 2009
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
Kingdom Hearts: 358/2 Days
Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story
Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box
Scribblenauts
Best PlayStation Portable Game of 2009
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
LittleBigPlanet
Patapon 2
Resistance: Retribution
Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny
Best iPhone Game of 2009
Beneath a Steel Sky Remastered
Civilization Revolution
Jet Car Stunts
Tiger Woods PGA Tour
Zen Bound
Best Mobile Phone Game of 2009
Archon
Bejeweled Twist
LocoRoco Hi
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09
Townsmen 6: Revolution
- GENRE -
Best Action Game of 2009
Assassin’s Creed II
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Red Faction: Guerrilla
The Saboteur
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Best Shooter of 2009
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin
Halo 3: ODST
Killzone 2
Left 4 Dead 2
Best Fighting Game of 2009
BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
Marvel Vs. Capcom 2
Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny
Street Fighter IV
Tekken 6
Best Platform Game of 2009
A Boy and His Blob
LittleBigPlanet
New Super Mario Bros. Wii
‘Splosion Man
Trine
Best Racing Game of 2009
DiRT 2
Forza Motorsport 3
MX Vs. ATV Reflex
Need for Speed: SHIFT
Trials HD
Best Simulation of 2009
DCS: Black Shark
IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey
X3: Terran Conflict
Best Sports Game of 2009
FIFA 10
Fight Night Round 4
MLB 09: The Show
Out of the Park Baseball 10
Punchout!!
Best Strategy Game of 2009
Harvest Moon DS: Sunshine Islands
Hearts of Iron III
Men of War
The Sims 3
Tropico 3
Best Real-Time Strategy Game of 2009
Demigod
Empire: Total War
Halo Wars
Plants Vs. Zombies
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II
Best Roleplaying Game of 2009
Borderlands
Dragon Age: Origins
Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride
Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes
Torchlight
Best Massively Multiplayer Online Game of 2009
Aion
Champions Online
Runes of Magic
Best Music/Rhythm Game of 2009
0-D Beat Drop
The Beatles: Rock Band
DJ Hero
Guitar Hero 5
LEGO Rock Band
Best Adventure Game of 2009
Machinarium
Nancy Drew: Ransom of the Seven Ships
The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition
Tales of Monkey Island
Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Adventures
Best Puzzle Game of 2009
Bookworm Adventures 2
Peggle Nights
Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box
Scribblenauts
Zuma’s Revenge
Best Expansion of 2009
Borderlands: The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned
Fallout 3: Broken Steel
Fallout 3: Point Lookout
Grand Theft Auto: Episodes From Liberty City
Spore Galactic Adventures
Best Digital Game (Original) of 2009
Battlefield 1943
Plants Vs. Zombies
Shadow Complex
Shatter
‘Splosion Man
Best Digital Game (Adaptation) of 2009
Braid
Defense Grid: The Awakening
Marvel Vs. Capcom 2
Peggle
Trials HD
- TECHNICAL -
Best Graphics (Technical) of 2009
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
Killzone 2
Resident Evil 5
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Best Graphics (Artistic) of 2009
Assassin’s Creed II
Batman: Arkham Asylum
BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
Brutal Legend
Machinarium
Best Sound of 2009
Assassin’s Creed II
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
Killzone 2
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Best Song
“(There’s A) Zombie on Your Lawn” (Laura Shigihara), Plants Vs. Zombies
Best Music Score
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
Halo 3: ODST
Plants Vs. Zombies
The Saboteur
Breakout Character of 2009
Crazy Dave, Plants Vs. Zombies
Duncan McBiscuit, Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Adventures
Morrigan, Dragon Age: Origins
The Rookie, Halo 3: ODST
‘Splosion Man, ‘Splosion Man
Best Writing of 2009
Assassin’s Creed II
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Dragon Age: Origins
Grand Theft Auto: The Ballad of Gay Tony
Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Adventures
Best Voice Acting of 2009
Claudia Black (Morrigan), Dragon Age: Origins
Kevin Conroy (Batman), Batman: Arkham Asylum
Mark Hamill (The Joker), Batman: Arkham Asylum
David Kenner (Tony Prince), Grand Theft Auto: The Ballad of Gay Tony
Ben Whitehead (Wallace), Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Adventures
Best Game Title
AaaaaAAaaaAAAaaAAAAaAAAAA!!!: A Reckless Disregard for Gravity
Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad of Gay Tony
LostWinds: Winter of the Melodias
Onechanbara: Bikini Samurai Squad
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner 2: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. King Abaddon
Best Multiplayer Gameplay of 2009
Borderlands
Demigod
Halo 3: ODST
Left 4 Dead 2
New Super Mario Bros. Wii
Best Game You Didn’t Play in 2009
Dead Space Extraction
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
Little King’s Story
MadWorld
Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story
Best Surprise of 2009
Batman: Arkham Asylum
BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
Dead Space Extraction
Little King’s Story
Plants Vs. Zombies
Biggest Disappointment of 2009
The Conduit
Ready 2 Rumble Revolution
Rogue Warrior
Terminator Salvation
Tony Hawk: RIDE
Most Dead on Arrival Game of 2009
GI Joe: The Rise of Cobra
Hannah Montana: The Movie
Ju-on: The Grudge
Leisure Suit Larry: Box Office Bust
Star Wars The Clone Wars: Republic Heroes
Worst Digital Game of 2009
Dragon Master Spell Caster
NBA Unrivaled
Red Baron Arcade
Sexy Poker
The Warriors: Street Brawl
Worst Game of 2009
Leisure Suit Larry: Box Office Bust
ShellShock 2: Blood Trails
Stalin vs. Martians
Terminator Salvation
Tunnel Rats
[UPDATE: One category was accidentally omitted - Best Sound.]





December 8th, 2009 at 9:07 pm
Best Voice Acting of 2009 has to go to Mark Hamill as The Joker in Batman: Arkham Asylum. Whether he is tauting Batman, “Hey, go easy on them Bats..Oh hell what do I care, do your worst!” or yelling at his henchmen, “Cmon guys he’s only one man..One man armed to the teeth HAHAAHAHA GO GET HIM!” The Joker’s one liners were the cherry on top of this fantastic gaming experience!
December 8th, 2009 at 9:55 pm
My vote for Game of the Year (not just Best Roleplaying Game of 2009 and Best Multiplayer Gameplay of 2009) is Borderlands. It is the most fun I’ve had playing any game this year. The co-op aspect rocks and there is a ton of replay value with 4 unique characters which each can level up to 50. Also, Zombie Islands is the best DLC of the year. It has a hilarious story line and brings a lot of new enemies to the game.
December 8th, 2009 at 11:52 pm
im gonna have to say best game of 2009 would have to be Call Of Duty Modern Warfare 2 The story is excellent and the multiplayer is alot of fun with up to lvl 70 plus prestige mode and alot of stuff to master.
December 9th, 2009 at 3:30 pm
My vote for Best PC Game of 2009 goes to Left 4 Dead 2. Great graphics with heart-pounding zombie-killing action: what’s not to like?
December 9th, 2009 at 4:12 pm
Best Shooter of 2009 is COD:MW2 HANDS DOWN! Sure there are a few plot holes in the story mode (like launching the Russian nuke), but that didn’t stop you from loving the ride! The Spec Ops mode is a welcome change to the typical ‘fight wave after wave of enemies.’ And the mulitplayer! Whats not to love! 70 levels of combat with your friends on LIVE until your Prestige…then you get to do it again…10 more times!!! There is reason why the game has only been out a month and everyone I know has DAYS of playing logged into this game.
December 10th, 2009 at 3:26 pm
Woot! Go Wizard101!
December 10th, 2009 at 3:32 pm
WOOT! Go Wizard 101! This game is so addicting and with so many schools to master it never gets dull! Family oriented with just enough wiggle room for adults too! I love this game!
Grand Master-Life
December 10th, 2009 at 3:42 pm
SWEET WIZARD101 Named One Of The Best Massively Multiplayer Online Game of 2009.
Best News I Have Heared All Day!!
December 10th, 2009 at 3:43 pm
BEST DAY EVER!
December 10th, 2009 at 3:43 pm
my vote for Best Massively Multiplayer Online Game would be Wizard101. My 8 year old daughter and I have been playing together since it was in beta. As a parent, I have a blast spending time with her in the evening, helping her friends and even her cousins from the other side of the country! It has helped her with reading comprehension and even strategy — all while having fun!
December 10th, 2009 at 3:46 pm
WIZARD 101 ALL THE WAY! My girls, ages 14 & 10 play it, as well as I! It is GREAT!!!
December 10th, 2009 at 3:58 pm
Wizards101 TOTALLY takes the online cake. I have been on it for about a year now and it has grown in story, features, and user created fluff. I LURV IT!
December 10th, 2009 at 4:08 pm
Wizard 101 is a great online game! I love the fact that it’s a safe environment for my son while being fun and challenging for my husband and I. Way to go!
December 10th, 2009 at 4:15 pm
YES! I believe there is more to come for Wizard101. Wizard101 is… “THE GAME THAT NEVER ENDS!” Kings Isle has a GREAT and Creative staff because I have never been disappointed with any new quests. Frustrated with Colossus Tower right now (LOLZ) but, its the challenge! “Here Here! Wizard101!
December 10th, 2009 at 4:20 pm
The one game that I can play with my 11 year old and trust to walk away while she levels her wiz. Good kids and adults, good quests, just an overall good interactive game! Wizard101 should win this.
December 10th, 2009 at 4:26 pm
WIZARD101 Wins this hands down!
December 10th, 2009 at 4:37 pm
I think Wizard101 is a awesome online game but under Xbox 360 games, there should be Prototype
December 10th, 2009 at 4:41 pm
LOVING Wizard 101 and gets my vote for Best Massively Multiplayer Online Game of 2009. Once I got started on it I haven’t been able to stop…Never thought I would purchase crowns as I’m not much of a gamer OR one that would pay to play something BUT I liked it so much and just had to continue on in the quests.
December 10th, 2009 at 4:56 pm
Well if we go by this Wizard101 is going to win!
December 10th, 2009 at 5:02 pm
WOOHOO!!GO Wizard101!!Gosh luv wiz101 hope it stays the best online multi player game….Luv wizard101 no matter and i dont care what people bout it….. GO WIZARD101! xD
December 10th, 2009 at 5:19 pm
Wizard101 is the best!! It’s a fun game with challenges and rewards without being filled with mind-numbing complexities.
December 10th, 2009 at 5:22 pm
GO GO WIZARD 101 The Best Game in the world!
December 10th, 2009 at 5:28 pm
Hullo, why isn’t W101 one of the BEST general games of the year? It is one of the best games I have EVAR played! EVAR. IN TEH WURLD, WHICH I IS GONNA NOM. OM NOM NOM NOM TEH WORLD. WIZARD101 RuLeS!!!!
December 10th, 2009 at 5:35 pm
My pick for best massively multiplayer online game is wizard 101. It’s a very addicting game that I started up for my daughter and became instantly addicted. The graphics is amazing, the music is good and the quests and houses to buy are great and they keep adding more stuff. I hope Wizard 101 wins.
December 10th, 2009 at 6:07 pm
GO WIZARD101! THE BEST GAME IN THE WORLD!!!
WIZARD101 ROCKS AND RULES!!!!!!
December 10th, 2009 at 6:09 pm
WIzard101 is the best game ever!! good for adults too lol jk best game ever!!!! p.s. i iz grandmaster =P
December 10th, 2009 at 6:37 pm
YEA Wizard101! I would say more, but I am off to play this awesome game.
December 10th, 2009 at 6:54 pm
wizard101 is the best game on the internet
December 10th, 2009 at 7:08 pm
Wizard 101 Is very Addicting!! I am a grandmaster of two wizards and working on my third! Only a member of less than 4 months!!
December 10th, 2009 at 7:14 pm
Go Wizard101 you rockz! This iz The best game ever!
December 10th, 2009 at 7:15 pm
I think that Wizard 101 is one of the best online games out there. My daughter started playing when it was in beta form and I joined soon after, very addicting, fun to play.
December 10th, 2009 at 7:19 pm
As an MMo player for the last 10 years.I must say that wizard 101 is something that is fresh and was sorely needed for the MMo community.I have’nt had this much fun in a game sence EverQuest was 6 months old.I look forward to future enhancments and expansions that will keep me playing for a long time.I hope to see Wizard 101 as game of the year.
December 10th, 2009 at 7:28 pm
Wizard101 All The Way I Love That Game There Is No Game Better At All Me(21) My Wife(??) And My To Boys (04,06) Play This Game 24/7 Some One Is Alway On Wizards I Even Dream About Playing One Again WIZARD101 DA Best Game EVER
December 10th, 2009 at 7:33 pm
Wizard101 is the best game!!! <3
December 10th, 2009 at 7:50 pm
I am totally addicted to Wizard 101…I’m at level 48 just since August.
December 10th, 2009 at 7:52 pm
PS I’m older in years than my level 48… Wizard 101 appeals to all ages!
December 10th, 2009 at 8:02 pm
Wizard101 totally rocks. My son and I play there regularly. The parental controls make it fun for all ages to enjoy, the character voices, monster sounds, has a rich environment everywhere you go, there’s so much to do and so much fun to be had, it’s easily the best game I’ve come across in the last 5-6 years.
December 10th, 2009 at 8:11 pm
Wizard101! For a great game to all ages old and young!
December 10th, 2009 at 8:34 pm
wizard101
December 10th, 2009 at 8:35 pm
Just started Wizard 101 and have o agree with all the positive posts here. Been a blast to play, and look forward to playing for a long time.
December 10th, 2009 at 8:36 pm
Just started playing last month and has been one of my most enjoyed games to play in years.
December 10th, 2009 at 9:21 pm
My vote goes for Wizard101
December 10th, 2009 at 9:24 pm
I reluctantly started playing Wizard 101 because my kids begged me to play with them. Next thing I know I have become a level 50 and starting new characters to play the game from a different view. Its a fun game for people of all ages.
December 10th, 2009 at 9:38 pm
Wizard101 is the best massively multiplayer online game! It has great graphics and is good, clean fun for the whole family. No “Blood, guts, gore, or ‘mature audiances only’” material. A game.
December 10th, 2009 at 9:41 pm
Wizard101 is the best online game I have ever played. The “trial” is actually good since it allows you to do alot in the game before you have to pay anything and have the option to pay as you go, which I like. Definately a kid-friendly game.
December 10th, 2009 at 10:12 pm
Wizard101 is the best!
December 10th, 2009 at 10:42 pm
GO WIZARD 101!! YEA!
December 10th, 2009 at 10:51 pm
GO WIZARD101!
December 10th, 2009 at 11:16 pm
Wizard 101 is the best MMO. I was never interested in an MMO before but when my son started playing this I couldn’t help but start. Music, graphics, story, spells, equipment, housing, crafting, pets, it’s great! Addictive for all ages!
December 10th, 2009 at 11:31 pm
Wizard101 is not only fun, but the limits imposed in the texting keeps our kids safe and gives peace of mind to parents like myself. I play myself and enjoy it more than the kids do sometimes. It’s fun for all ages and a challenge for adults as well as kids.
December 10th, 2009 at 11:39 pm
Okay, I get you all love Wizard 101. Can you also pick other games in other categories? The more entries in different categories, the better chance to win a game.
December 10th, 2009 at 11:45 pm
We love Wizard 101 in this family! We can all play at the same time! The best online a family can play together or by themselves!
December 10th, 2009 at 11:45 pm
For Best Massively Multiplayer Online Game of 2009, Wizard101 is the best. It is an excellent game with great graphics, great plot, and great items to own, while being easy to play with older computers. It is simple to download, easy to learn, but hard to master, and will challenge you all the way through to the end. It is definitely a game worthy of the title. They have done a brilliant job with the game, and deserve every bit of the award. Go Wizard101!!
P.S. Keep up the good work, I especially love the mounts. Can’t wait for the school houses. Go Storm!!
December 11th, 2009 at 12:02 am
Wizard 101 is the best game ever! i loved it right from the start! i loved to help others and for that i was respected and became the Wizard King so trust me when i say that Wizard 101 is the best online game EVER!
December 11th, 2009 at 12:24 am
wizard 101 best game ever WOOT!!!
December 11th, 2009 at 12:43 am
Wizard101 rules! Go Wizard101! We all love this game!
I got sucked into this when I started. Now I blog and twitter about it.
December 11th, 2009 at 5:28 am
Wizard101 is just awesome!!!!! I play every chance I get.
December 11th, 2009 at 6:34 am
GO WIZARD101
best online game ever.
December 11th, 2009 at 6:45 am
Wizard101 is not just a kidsgame its great at all, for all ages and makes lot of fun!
I could say I never played a game like this before, and i really played many mmos.
greets
Alrik
December 11th, 2009 at 7:25 am
For Best Massively Multiplayer Online Game of 2009 Wizard 101, great fun for the whole family. Thanx KI!
December 11th, 2009 at 7:33 am
Wizard 101 is the best MMO by far! My whole family plays and we love it! From Grandma to my sons and their aunts in between it is a hit!Totally awesome!
December 11th, 2009 at 7:48 am
wizard101 is the best!!!
December 11th, 2009 at 7:52 am
I believe Wizard101 should be the best 2009 MMO game of the year.
It is one of those games that really stick out from your modern medieval type games. Not only is the connection between the players and the creators are fantastic but this game is well thought out, smooth, and with a great community.
Adults and kids love it alike and that is what family MMOGs should aim for and Wizard101 hit the bullseye.
~Paige DawnBreaker
Beta tester
December 11th, 2009 at 8:23 am
WIZARD 101!!!!!! it rix what other games can u ride mounts get cool home with help from a wizard realestate agent?
there is sooooo much more but lets just say IT TOTALY ROX!!!!!!!!!
December 11th, 2009 at 8:31 am
Like fighting a 10 story tall Scarecrow only to wake up to discover it was only a hallucination, Batman: Arkham Asylum
was the best surprise of 2009! Dare I say, it was a bigger and better than Wizard101!
December 11th, 2009 at 9:22 am
Wizard101 is the best online game anyone can dream of!!! WIZARD101 ROCKS! WIZARD101 IS THE BEST BEST BEST ONLINE GAME EVER IT SHOULD TAKE THE GOLD HOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
December 11th, 2009 at 9:22 am
wizard101 is the best
December 11th, 2009 at 9:30 am
Wish I could vote for some of the other games in the other categories, but that would mean I would have to stop playing Wizard101 to do so…
My boys dragged me into this wonderful, family oriented MMO and I must say that it is the most fun that my 3 boys and I have had since pokemon/DBZ/Yu-gi-oh trading card games at local venues.
December 11th, 2009 at 9:43 am
Wizard101 is a fun game. Graphics are good, but it seems alot of missions take you through areas in which you need to go so I get stuck, and quit that mission. Other than that its a very well planned out game.
December 11th, 2009 at 9:47 am
Wizards 101 has been an incredible thing for our family I have two Autistic boys and 3 more boys. They all love it. I started to help them out and also am now on all the time. My sister also joined with her children and she and I play together while kids are at school. This game really does bridge a gap that has been missing to bring family’s of all ages and abilities together. Way to go Wizards!!! We love this game.
December 11th, 2009 at 12:00 pm
The first prize, Plants Vs. Zombies, has been awarded to Slater.
The new prize is Call of Duty Classic (Xbox Live Arcade), which will be awarded on Tuesday, December 15, noon EST.
Remember, pick a new categories than the ones you voted for to make new entries.
December 11th, 2009 at 12:03 pm
i would vote wizard101 for the best online game dragonage origns for all the categorys it is in does any one know when mario galaxy 2 is coming out?
December 11th, 2009 at 12:54 pm
wizard101 is a really fun game. I mean it takes a while to level up, but it’s fun and I love all the new features they keep adding!
December 11th, 2009 at 1:08 pm
Wiz101 is great. Player Housing rocks and that alone will get a vote from me!
December 11th, 2009 at 1:24 pm
Wizard101 all the way! Great game for not only my kids but for me as well! I can’t do that with any other game. My brothers and their kids are online all the time so it’s a great way for my family and I to connect over such long distances and have fun while doing it. WIZARD101 Rocks!!!
December 11th, 2009 at 1:30 pm
Of course Wizard 101 its the best and the spells are awsome.And the new homes that be coming this month are great.Can’t wait to get one LOL.
December 11th, 2009 at 1:40 pm
I like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 as Game Of the Year. It’s big, loud, controversial and looks awesome with great music.
I’m not entering this because I want Call of Duty Classic – though I do.
December 11th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
Wizard 101 – I love playing this game. It’s fast and fun if you like to play with others. Also not too many areas that a solo player can’t get through on their own. Over all, this is one of the best ones that I’ve played in a long time. A large selection of builds and the ability to make multiple characters on one account gives Wizard 101 an A++ in my book. Also wishing a wonderful holiday season to all the other people who took the time to post. Last but certainly not least. Peace and Joy to my fellow Wizard 101 players.
December 11th, 2009 at 1:45 pm
I’m disappointed Section 8 didn’t get nominated for anything, most of all Best Multiplayer. It’s really fun, like Tribes.
December 11th, 2009 at 1:47 pm
wizard 101 all the way. it is so addicting.
December 11th, 2009 at 1:56 pm
I loved Shadow Complex (Best Digital Download Original). Awesome graphics, Metroidvania gameplay. Supercool. It’s the first XBLA game I played that felt like something you bought on disc from the store.
December 11th, 2009 at 2:41 pm
I simply love wizard101 ,fun for the whole family, adults and children alike.
Keep up the great work KI
December 11th, 2009 at 3:22 pm
Left 4 dead definitely should take the cake on Platform in my opinion though I’m incredibly addicted to TrialsHD right now.
Wizard101 is definitely my favorite MMO also. I find it more engaging than even WOW.
December 11th, 2009 at 5:04 pm
Our whole family LOVES wizard 101! Fantastic Game!
December 11th, 2009 at 5:10 pm
Wizard101 is the best MMO ever. GO W101! I have been playing since March, I am a featured author on the Creative Writing page, and I even have a blog entitled, “The Wizard101 Addict!” Wizard101 rules and that’s a fact!
December 11th, 2009 at 5:16 pm
I love wizard. a game the whole family can enjoy. I may be an elderly lady but I rather like a game where there is downplay on cursing and bad behavior. In the most part it is well organized. I wish though that they would spend more time on future quests so the characters can continue to increase their levels and strength.
December 11th, 2009 at 5:20 pm
wizard101 is the best GAME IN THE WORLD I LOVE ALL THE NEW STUFF THEY KEEP ADDING IF YOU SEE ME IN THE GAME I AM JOSEPH NIGHT BLOOD AND MIGUEL GHOST BLOOD WOOT WIZARD101 THE BEST GAME EVER IT WILL ALWAYS ROCK:) BEST GAMI IN THE WORLD
December 11th, 2009 at 5:53 pm
A Pokemon game should be on this list!!!
December 11th, 2009 at 6:15 pm
Wizard 101 is my favorite game!
December 11th, 2009 at 6:24 pm
Wizard101 is the best game ever! I hope it wins! I am Saffron LotusBlood, btw.
December 11th, 2009 at 7:31 pm
I have to say that my entire family LOVES playing Wizard101! I have just recently got my husband hooked on the game and frankly there isn’t a time during the day that SOMEONE in this house isn’t playing. Keep up the great work KI!!!
December 11th, 2009 at 7:55 pm
WoW got pwned by wizard101
December 11th, 2009 at 8:05 pm
go wizard101 IT IS THE BEST GAME IN THE HOLE WORLD.
WIZARD101 WORKERS PLZ PUT OUT THE CHRISTMAS STUFF I CANT WAIT NO LONGER
December 11th, 2009 at 8:11 pm
Go wizard101!!!!!!! It is the best game ever! Great graphics, great storyline, great items, great everything! Go wizard101! Make it to the top!
December 11th, 2009 at 8:14 pm
Go Wizard101!!! Its my favorite game and its addicting!
December 11th, 2009 at 8:21 pm
GO WIZARD101!WOOHOO!
December 11th, 2009 at 8:27 pm
That is SO cool! Wizard 101 is the best best best game ever!!!!!!! Go Wizard101!! The best and most fun gam I have ever played!! My whole family likes this game
December 11th, 2009 at 8:38 pm
Wizard 101 is my favorite game,but toontown is alot more fun, o yea and ratchet games are so cool too.
December 11th, 2009 at 8:40 pm
I’m in my 20s and I enjoy Wizard101 more than I ever did World of Warcraft. It’s a great game and fun for the whole family, doesn’t matter how young or old you are!
December 11th, 2009 at 9:01 pm
my daughter and nephew started playing wizard 101. as a good parent, i decided to take a look into the game. within 2 days, i had signed us all up for family accounts and recommended it to several of my online game friends. though a bit slower than i’m used to, W101 requires a deep understanding and careful planning and teamwork to play. great game.
December 11th, 2009 at 9:04 pm
Wizard101 all the way! WOOT WOOT!
December 11th, 2009 at 9:06 pm
Halo 3: ODST for Best Shooter. I liked the story a LOT better than the other Halo games, which shocked me because it doesn’t have Master Chief in it. ODST all the way!!!!
December 11th, 2009 at 9:12 pm
WOOOOOOOT WIZARD101 IS THE BEaST O YEAH
December 11th, 2009 at 9:12 pm
Best platformer- New Super Mario Bros Wii.
Incredible game. First real 2-d mario platformer in 18 years really delivers.
December 11th, 2009 at 9:25 pm
In regards to your Best Massively Multi player Online Game of 2009 nominations…..I was so very pleased to see Wizard101 acknowledged with a nomination.
Kings Isle has hit the bulls eye when it comes to providing the ideal “suitable for the whole family” online game!
Now parents have a suitable online game for their children and can play along with their children and join in the fun!
Wizard101 is suitable and challenging enough for ALL ages. Even those who have no experience with online games can play Wizard101 easily.
“Family game night” happens more often and gotten even better now that Wizard101 is available!
December 11th, 2009 at 9:27 pm
Uncharted 2 is the Best Game of the Year, hands down. I love Nathan Drake so much, I want to marry him – and I’m a dude. I can’t stop playing it, seriously. The graphics, the comedy, the action, it’s like playing a movie!
December 11th, 2009 at 9:32 pm
Best Massively Multiplayer Online Game of 2009 should definately be WIZARD101. I have tried out all the other nominees for best massively multiplayer online game, but none of them except wizard101 has kept my attention. Wizard101 is totally the best multiplayer online game on the web!
December 12th, 2009 at 1:08 am
i mean seriously. i’m not surprised. wizard101 is the best game in history. it have perfect graphics, perfect storymode, amazing gifts and have excellent details. this game is the best one yet. for game players if you wanted to live one of your dreams as being a wizard. well i reckon you head over to wizard101.com. its a perfect place to start.
December 12th, 2009 at 2:38 am
I have been playing Wizard 101 daily since beta, 1 1/2 years ago…and I am a 40-year old woman! can’t say enough good things about it!
December 12th, 2009 at 3:04 am
I do like Wizard101 but I hardly think of it as the “best game in history.” It has interesting voice acting and the worlds are fun to explore but it really lacks a “Substance.”
I can’t really get all “into” the whole story. The game needs more, I hate to say it, “cut scenes!” (Not the battle ones.) All the characters make the same movements over and over and they all look the same!
The game needs more “Specialized” occurrences. >.> (Like actually adding a special “Arena” gear for the “Grand Arena” quests. I was VERY disappointed to not get any. Same thing when I forged that “Sword” in Grizzleheim. No sword.)
December 12th, 2009 at 3:55 am
Modern Warfare 2 is the best shooter of the year. Love it.
December 12th, 2009 at 4:47 am
wizard101 is ok, it passes the time away when theres nothing on tv. you can’t get any higher then level 50, they put a cap on it for some reason, no new worlds to explore or to battle through. which causes it to lose its appeal. theres nothing to keep you interested, they need to add more worlds for the higher level players to explore.
December 12th, 2009 at 6:42 am
WIzard 101 wins my vote as MMO of the year hands down
December 12th, 2009 at 7:36 am
Kudoes on the nomination of Wizard 101. Hands down the best and safest game to get kids started in the MMO worlds and also a very good game for parents and kids to play together. That said, IT IS A ROCKIN GOOD TIME TOO!!!
December 12th, 2009 at 7:40 am
Praise for Wizard101!!!!!!!!!!!1
December 12th, 2009 at 8:20 am
Wizard101 is the best
December 12th, 2009 at 9:53 am
go wizard101! you rock. it is so the best game!!!!!!
December 12th, 2009 at 10:53 am
For Best Massively Multiplayer Online Game of 2009:
I’ve personally played three out of four of these games, and I do have a prefrence. I like Wizard101 the best. I’m a teenager, and I still like the kid-friendly idea. I enjoy myself some violence everyonce in a while, but I find this non-violent violence much more…fun.
I came to Wizard101 after one of my favorite games ever that lost it’s appeal after a personal thing, left it, played the other games for a little while along with quite a few others that I loved, and I still found myself redownloading Wizard101. I love it!
My vote definately goes to Wizard101!
December 12th, 2009 at 11:49 am
Modern Warfare 2 made the most, so it should be Game of the Year. Call of Duty Classic is the best digital game, so I want to win the code.
December 12th, 2009 at 12:13 pm
WIZARD 101 ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wizard 101 is the best! It has awesome spells, mounts, wands/swords/staffs, houses/castles, graphics, etc. This game should win because it is kid friendly. I mean it protects children from foul language(unless they change the options).Anyone can get into this game even though you are an adult or never ever played a MMO RPG-
Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game GO WIZARD 101!
December 12th, 2009 at 12:13 pm
GO WIZARD 101!
December 12th, 2009 at 12:17 pm
Wizard 101 is so fun and awsome! It should win!
December 12th, 2009 at 1:55 pm
Wizard101 better win! It is the best! As you can see, lots of people love it. Let it win!
December 12th, 2009 at 2:32 pm
Wizard101 is one of the best games EVER! People don’t give it nearly enough credit!
December 12th, 2009 at 2:35 pm
My vote is for Wizard 101. It is a very kid friendly game that draws you in as soon as you start playing. The graphics are very good and the game play takes you through various locations doing quests for many of the people you meet along the way. All this effort is to stop Profressor Drake who is trying to take over/destory Ravenwood. The only down side to this game is you can only get so far without purchasing a subscription or “Crowns” which unlock new places and items.
December 12th, 2009 at 3:09 pm
GO WIZARD 101
December 12th, 2009 at 3:11 pm
My vote is for… drumroll please…
Wizard 101, the greatest game I have ever played!
December 12th, 2009 at 3:28 pm
Wizard101 is the best game ever created!
December 12th, 2009 at 3:30 pm
Wizard101 is the Best!
December 12th, 2009 at 5:29 pm
i think wizard 101 rocks
December 12th, 2009 at 5:42 pm
wizard101 is a perfect and successful game. it keeps young children’s safe from giving out phone numbers, addresses, e-mails,and cursing. it keeps kids safe for parents. and I’m only 16 and met some very respectful adults on this site who family love this game. when plating this game it brings peace and tranquility. its hard not playing this game. wizard101 earned this spot.
December 12th, 2009 at 6:29 pm
Wizard101 Brings people together in a safe environment giving people a chance to interact and experience human interaction where in some cases is needed for vital emotional growth. It is fun and full fills the exploratory and competitive sides of our nature and brings out the best and worst in all of us. Simply, in my opinion, the best game ever made.
December 12th, 2009 at 6:31 pm
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December 12th, 2009 at 7:03 pm
Wizard101 is the best pc game EEEEEEEEEEEEver
December 12th, 2009 at 7:05 pm
For best MMO, I would have to say wiz101, due to the fact that it is the only magical game that caught my attention. Secind, I would have expected this award to be like, oh, champions online is the best because it’s got interesting super heroes, and is one of few super hero games, and it’s like an upgraded city of heroes, but wow, all of this wiz101. Well, I voted because ofd how great the battles are, as it’s interesting to summon the beasts. Well, anyways, great game, wizard101. Sorry, but the other categories are too hard to see from this part, too far down. Besides, I don’t play most of those games.
December 12th, 2009 at 7:48 pm
Wizard101 is the best mmo game I have or will play in my life it is the best computer game and not just based on
magic/wizard/powers
I wish it was real myself because that game will be number 1 to me
December 12th, 2009 at 8:18 pm
hi I’am alex spellcaster from philippines and for me wizard101 is the best game of all!
because
its unique
and its for everyone
wizard101 is the best PC game ever in my whole life!
December 12th, 2009 at 8:35 pm
W101, is a wizardly safe MMO filled with heaps and tons of magic used basics.
December 12th, 2009 at 8:44 pm
are you kidding me! WIZARD101(note the caps)should be up for best game of the year period! i havent even heard of the other games in it’s category. and some of the platform games i dont even like WIZ 101 is the truth
December 12th, 2009 at 8:46 pm
wizard 101 is awsome
December 12th, 2009 at 9:02 pm
Wizard 101 rocks! I started playing it with my son as a game for him to enjoy, and honestly I enjoy it almost as much as he does. It definitely deserves MMO of the year!
December 12th, 2009 at 9:11 pm
Wizard101 is a really great game for the pc.
It is a magical and aventure game that allows characters to work together.
I recommend this for people to play this online game.
December 12th, 2009 at 10:15 pm
Wizard101 started as a game to pass time in the summer of 09 but as i kept playing i had more and more fun with it and ended up playing it in all my free time
December 12th, 2009 at 10:32 pm
I pick Uncharted 2 as the Game of the Year. I own all three consoles and this game is the one I’ve enjoyed the most.
December 12th, 2009 at 11:25 pm
Best Massively Multiplayer Online Game of 2009
Aion – beta’d it, not so great
Champions Online – lifetime member it’s good
Fallen Earth: Welcome to Apocalypse – blows
Runes of Magic – never played it
Wizard 101 – get’s my vote me and my daughter love it.
December 13th, 2009 at 12:45 am
Wizard 101 is the best game in history
it is my favorite game the reason why is beacuse it never ends even if at times you may be done the game for i little bit the fun absoulutely never ends i am one of the many bloggers even though i’m nine i give out cool ideas for wiz and me my bro and dad even my mom play all the time our names on the game are Valerian nightbringer cody skyrider or duncan star thief or cody shadow staff and rowan water tamer then my bros name is logan thunder gem or connor l. if you see us just say high!
December 13th, 2009 at 3:58 am
Yeah, i at first played this game because i was bored, but eventually i found that there was more to this game than just cards and wizards, i just couldnt stop playing it!!!!!! wizard 101 deserves to be nominated for one best massive muiltiple online game (err something like that) for 2009!
December 13th, 2009 at 4:16 am
WIZARD101 My family is hooked. Got to love the clothes and graphics. Really a challenge for kids and adults of all ages. I’m a Player vs Player junkie! PVP Rocks!
Balance – Life
Death – Ice – Fire
Fire – Ice – Death
Storm – Fire – Life
Death – Fire
Balance – Ice – Life
Let’s Duel…
GO WIZARD101!!
December 13th, 2009 at 7:52 am
Glad Wizard101 is up there.=)
December 13th, 2009 at 8:02 am
WIZARD 101 FOR BEST MMORPG!!!
wizard 101 ftw!
December 13th, 2009 at 9:13 am
Wizard 101 is the best!!!!!!!!! So fun and so addictive!!! Level 33 Storm!!!
December 13th, 2009 at 9:52 am
Seriously guys? I played Wizard101 but after i beat Dragonspyre and Killed Malistaire … it kinda got old ….. there was nothing new after that …. So World Of Warcraft is the ACTUAL <——– #1 MMORPG Game/Game In the world ……… and im not kidding …. there are more than 12 million people online playing right now …. "/ so if im going to go back to wizard101…. they need to make some serious changes …… the gear … its just … there is the same gear over and over again …… and they need to make a group looting system .. so ppl can roll for what they need and not be a lvl 50 Grandmaster at Malistaire or some other boss .. getting storm gear and not death ….. so … work on it : /
December 13th, 2009 at 1:44 pm
My daughter and I are big Wizard101 fans…the fact that it is safe for kids without worrying and everybody can play and enjoy it. Good way to keep in touch with your kids and know what they are doing while they are online. Besides the fact they actually ask your input on improving the game and what you would like to see in the up coming seasons. WE LOVE YOU WIZARD101!
December 13th, 2009 at 2:36 pm
Wizard 101 all the way. i love this game. it has the best graphics and is fun for everyone young or old or even right in the middle. i always take a little time out of my day to play. it’s safe for kids my age (13) and even for younger ones. it has to be the best game ever. I LOVE WIZARD101! woo. (:
December 13th, 2009 at 3:32 pm
lol yay wizard101! support : D
December 13th, 2009 at 6:30 pm
most epic and adventurous game of 2009 -11 out of 10
December 13th, 2009 at 7:04 pm
Wizard 101 rules!!!!!!!!!!!!! No website can beat it! YAH!!!!!!
December 14th, 2009 at 12:35 am
Wizard101 is the best game i have ever played. Not only do you make friends all over the world, but you have fun.
December 14th, 2009 at 4:17 am
Wizard101 has seven different schools to master and each one is different. You can’t just master one school and give negative input! You have to master them all and then come see me in the arena.
Player vs Player is what I enjoy most. I say Wizard101 all the way.
December 14th, 2009 at 5:18 am
Wizard 101 is indeed the best game i have encountered in my MMO experience. Since beat, i have been playing this game, cant believe almost 1 and 1/2 year passed by, i still love this game. Previous games i played, i did not stay longer then 1 year, but this games just rocks!!! Go wizard101!! Best game of the decade!!!
December 14th, 2009 at 9:19 am
Wizard101 has to win the MMO genre Handsdown, it’s simply beats its competitors in terms of FAMILY friendly playability and extreme fun. GO WIZARDS WOOOT!!!!
December 14th, 2009 at 12:31 pm
Go wizard 101!
December 14th, 2009 at 3:12 pm
w101 is awsome definately should win
December 14th, 2009 at 10:51 pm
WIZARD 101 ALL THE WAY!!
December 15th, 2009 at 9:11 am
Also, you guys should see W101 Central the official fansite and forum for W101!
You can do much on that website and interact with fans there and actually meet them in-game which is quite sweet!
This is what makes W101 the best MMORPG by Runes of Magic as well.
W101, I can’t be more glad to say: “I PLAY IT!”
(Please members meet me on W101 Central.)
Remained balanced,
Malorn Willowsmith
Grandmaster Sorcerer
Master of Balance
December 15th, 2009 at 12:38 pm
Rizzle wins Call of Duty Classic.
Okay, this thread is closed.
If you want to participate in the next part of the contest, go here:
http://www.gamestooge.com/2009/12/15/gamestooge-awards-mega-giveaway-contest-win-plants-vs-zombies/
There are slightly new rules.
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January 6th, 2010 at 11:35 pm
Unfortunately, I just found out that the game had a September 2008 release, not the February 2009 release that I was led to believe it had, so, unfortunately, Wizard 101 is disqualified from the nominations. To balance it out, there will only be three nominations.