The showcase competitors below are vying for recognition for the following awards:

Best In Show (board game)	The board game that the judges found to be the best overall
Best In Show (digital)	The digital game that the judges found to be the best overall
People’s Choice (Board Game)	The board game that received the most votes from attendees
People’s Choice (digital)	The digital game that received the most votes from attendees
Most Innovative	The game featuring the most novel mechanic, combination of mechanics, or playstyle
Best Narrative	The game featuring the best theme to inform it’s gameplay
Best Presentation	The game featuring the most intuitive/interesting interface
Most Engaging	The game with the most consequential, interesting, or strategic choices
Most Exciting	This game turned heads, and caused the most screams of joy or agony