Everything is packed away. The directors are in their beds. The library has been returned to its books. And somewhere, hopefully, some people are thinking about the game idea they’ve had for a while – and how to make it a reality.
We want to write a proper wrap-up post (once we’ve recovered), but as something to tide everyone over, we’re very pleased to announce the winners for the first ever Freeplay Indie Games Awards.
Best Australian Game
Brawsome – Jolly Rover
Best International Game
Yellow Jam (Brazil) – Last Hope
Best Design in a Game
Sword Lady & The Viking – Up Down Ready
Best On-Paper Design
Timothy Ryan – iCrazy Man
Best Art in a Game
Farbs – Captain Forever (series)
Best Concept Art
Fiasco Studios – Exodus
Best Technical Innovation
Finn Morgan – Colourbind
Best Game Writing
PVI Collective – Transumer
Best Audio
The Voxel Agents – Train Conductor
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