The year 2024, much like the games and movies that defined it, was a rollercoaster of highs and lows. From the triumphant returns of beloved franchises in stellar platformers like Astro Bot and Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown to cinematic spectacles such as Wicked and Alien: Romulus, the year delivered memorable peaks. Yet, it also had its share of valleys, where even giants like Dune and Mario stumbled across their multiple releases. This duality mirrored the human experience itself, filled with good days and bad. But as 2026 looks back on that pivotal year, one constant shines through: the vibrant heart of the IGN community. It's time to celebrate the individuals who, through their consistent positivity and engagement, exemplified the very best of what this community stands for. These are the users who transformed spirited conversations into a welcoming atmosphere, making IGN a digital home for millions.
Building on the tradition of fostering a positive and inclusive space, IGN proudly honored its third annual community awards. The goal was simple yet powerful: to recognize those who consistently uplift the discourse. While the previous year celebrated 11 outstanding members, 2024 saw the spotlight expand to 15 remarkable users. These individuals were selected based on their account activity and, most importantly, the quality of their interactions with fellow community members. Their contributions ranged from daily insightful commentary to thoughtful discussions that enriched every thread they touched.
The crown for Most Comments in 2024 with the highest approval rate was claimed decisively by Real Frowns. Close behind, setting an incredibly high bar for quality engagement, was WTGHOOKshot, who achieved the same feat with a near-perfect approval rating. The list of runners-up, each boasting nearly 100% approval rates on a massive volume of comments, reads like a hall of fame for constructive dialogue:
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As a token of immense gratitude, each of these 15 champions received a gift of IGN Plus. Their dedication proves that the soul of a platform isn't just its content, but the people who passionately discuss it.
While the community celebrated its own, it also turned its collective voice to deciding the best entertainment of 2024. The IGN Community Awards voting yielded fascinating results, revealing clear favorites and surprisingly tight races. The community's taste was both decisive and diverse.
In the realm of movies, the epic conclusion of a sci-fi saga reigned supreme. Dune: Part Two captivated audiences, securing 55.8% of the votes for Best Movie.
For Best Horror Movie, the winner was the chilling return to a classic franchise, Alien: Romulus, with a commanding 41.9% of the vote. The anime category was dominated by the beautiful and melancholic Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, which won 58.9% of votes. However, no category was as one-sided as Best Horror Game. The meticulously crafted remake of Silent Hill 2 achieved a staggering, blowout victory with 82.0% of the community's support.
The game categories told their own compelling stories. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle swung to an easy win for Best Xbox Game with 67.3%. The sleeper hit of the year, the deck-building phenomenon Balatro, took the title for Best Indie Game with 44%. Yet, the most anticipated and fiercely contested battle was for Game of the Year. In a nail-biter decided by less than 1500 votes, the title went to the visually stunning and culturally significant Black Myth: Wukong, which earned 17.4% in a crowded field, narrowly beating out Astro Bot and Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth, which tied for second.
Perhaps the most surprising victory came in the Best TV Show category. Despite frequent online discourse about superhero fatigue, the Marvel series Agatha All Along defied expectations, winning with 27.5% of the vote and surpassing heavyweight contenders like Shōgun and Fallout. This category was second only to Game of the Year in total voter turnout, proving the community's deep investment in television storytelling.
Celebrating the best also means upholding the standards that allow the best to thrive. Throughout 2024, IGN remained vigilant in monitoring behavior that poisoned the community well. In addition to regular moderation, the year's end served as a final review period, assessing whether repeated infractions indicated a toxic pattern or isolated incidents. Several users who consistently violated community guidelines through hate speech, harassment, or other toxic behaviors were subsequently removed. These actions, though sometimes controversial, are a necessary commitment to ensuring IGN remains a safe and welcoming space for all. Looking ahead to 2025 at the time, the platform announced updates to its Terms of Service, reinforcing this ongoing commitment to community health.
As we reflect from 2026, the 2024 IGN Community Awards stand as a testament to a powerful truth: a platform is built by its people. It's built by the Real Frowns and WTGHOOKshots who fill the comments with insight, by the voters who passionately debate the merits of Wukong versus Astro Bot, and by the shared commitment to respect that allows all those voices to be heard. The plans laid out for 2025 were just the beginning of a continued journey to foster an even more welcoming and engaging space. The community's enthusiasm for games, movies, and shows is matched only by its capacity for constructive fellowship—a combination that ensures the conversation, and the celebration, will continue for years to come.