Patch of Approval
- our stamp of appreciation -
Patch of Approval is an annual print showcase of indie games celebrated for their outstanding work and meaningful contributions to the industry. This special edition of Patch magazine is released every November, in celebration of our anniversary and all of the brilliant indie creations released over the past year.
With the help of our community's selections, the nominees for 2024 were decided and voting opened up to the public! Thousands of votes are now being counted and the winners, along with two special categories (see below), will be revealed in the November 2024 issue of Patch magazine.
THE NOMINEES
Mini Made
Multiplayer Mode
Tranquil Title
Heart-Racer
Musical Moment
Boundary Breaker
Anticipated Gem
The Journey Continues
Game of the Year
SPECIAL CATEGORIES
We're thrilled to announce our Patch x Yogscast Game of the Year category for Patch of Approval 2024! The Yogscast crew has handpicked their fave indie games from the past year, and now Patch has the task of determining which takes the stamp.
Campus Creations
Introducing Campus Creations, a special category in this year’s awards that celebrates the creativity and passion of student-led game development. This category highlights fresh talent, unique ideas, and the future faces of the indie gaming world.
Community Champion
This category is exclusively available in our Discord server! The Community Champion award celebrates the games that have captured the hearts of our community of readers. It’s not just about the gameplay - it’s about the conversations, the shared experiences, and the games that bring us all together.
