The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Earns Game of the Year Nomination at Spike TV 2011 Video Game Awards

Nintendo’s critically acclaimed adventure, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, has been nominated for Game of the Year at the upcoming Spike TV 2011 Video Game Awards (VGAs).

This honor underscores the game’s significant impact on the Nintendo Wii platform and its enduring legacy within the iconic Zelda franchise. Launched in November 2011 for the Nintendo Wii, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword introduced innovative motion-control gameplay and received widespread praise for its engaging narrative and inventive mechanics.

Developed by Nintendo, the title marked a major milestone, further solidifying the Zelda series' influence in the action-adventure genre. The Spike TV 2011 VGAs, a premier event recognizing the year’s top video game achievements, is set to air live on Saturday, December 10, 2011, at 8:00 PM ET/5:00 PM PT on Spike TV in high definition.

The broadcast will feature exclusive world premieres and updates from some of the most highly anticipated releases of 2012 and beyond, making it a must-watch event for both industry insiders and gaming enthusiasts. In a statement reflecting the excitement ahead of the ceremony, organizers confirmed appearances by celebrated game designer Hideo Kojima.

Kojima will present a highly anticipated world premiere update on Metal Gear Solid: Rising, offering fresh insight into the next evolution of the acclaimed franchise.

Additionally, the show promises major announcements from BioWare, including details on a new project and studio, as well as the unveiling of an all-new adventure for the Xbox 360 exclusive, Alan Wake. Among the VGAs’ most closely watched categories, the nominees for Game of the Year include: - Batman: Arkham City - Portal 2 - The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword - Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception The competition reflects the diversity and excellence seen across the industry in 2011, with Skyward Sword’s inclusion standing as a testament to Nintendo’s continued innovation on the Wii console.

Meanwhile, the Most Anticipated Game category looks ahead to future hits, featuring titles such as BioShock Infinite, Diablo III, Halo 4, Mass Effect 3, and The Last Guardian. As the date approaches, all eyes are on Spike TV’s Video Game Awards to see which title will claim top honors.

For Nintendo, the nomination of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword further reinforces its legacy of delivering genre-defining experiences and memorable adventures to millions of players worldwide.