Find out what the DualShockers community has voted for as their Game of the Year and also their most anticipated game of 2022.

2021 has been, undeniably, a rough year for many which have presented a host of challenges across the board. The games industry has faced substantial upheaval in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic but this still, 2021 stood out as one of the best years yet for gaming, and there is a lot worth celebrating.

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As is tradition, alongside our official staff nominations for our GOTY Awards, we also opened up voting to our readers so that they could give their input on Game of the Year – Readers’ Choice and Most Anticipated Game.

Before we unveil the winners, we want to thank you all for voting and taking part and also for your continued support and readership, especially in a year that’s been as challenging as 2021.

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Readers Vote for Game of the Year 2021

Readers Choice for Most Anticipated Game

A huge round of applause to all of the development team at Housemarque asReturnalpicks up the Readers vote for Game of the Year. Even with its difficult souls-like gameplay, it hit the mark with many players who loved the challenge and compelling action sequences the title offered.

As for the Readers choice for most anticipated game, the list was a strong one with titles that includedHorizon Forbidden WestandElden Ringcompeting against each other. In the end,God of War Ragnorokcame out on top as the game many readers are excited about, and who could blame them.

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As much as 2021 filled us with exciting titles, it looks like 2022 will be one that will go down as one of the best gaming years yet.