The Øresund region is celebrating a banner year in gaming, with local studios earning top nominations at both the Grammys and the global The Game Awards.
Malmö-based developers are making their mark at the Grammys, with two standout nominations: Star Wars Outlaws: Wild Card & A Pirate’s Fortune and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora – Secrets of the Spire both being nominated.
“This is one of the most incredible pieces of game news connected to Sweden’s and Malmö’s games industry,”
says Peter Lübeck at Game Habitat
Across the sound, IO Interactive, with its Copenhagen HQ and as well as a 120-person team in Malmö, has secured a high-profile nomination at The Game Awards. Their upcoming 007 First Light (a James Bond game) is in the running for “Most Anticipated Game”, facing off against giants like GTA VI, Marvel’s Wolverine, and The Witcher IV. It’s a remarkable achievement for the studio and the entire Øresund region.
Even in a category without a fully local title, Malmö still has a presence: Embark Studios, nominated for Arc Raiders in “Best Multiplayer”, maintains a small but essential team of three in the city. This quiet contribution reflects how Malmö’s talent is woven into some of the industry’s most exciting projects.
These nominations highlight the regions creativity and technical prowess, solidifying its reputation as a hub for innovative game development.
