The Game Awards 2024, held at the iconic Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on December 12th, was a night of surprises, stunning reveals, and emotional acceptance speeches. But amidst the glitz and glamour, one moment stood out: Astro Bot, the charming 3D platformer developed by Team Asobi, was crowned Game of the Year, beating out heavy hitters like Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. This unexpected victory sent shockwaves through the gaming community. While Astro Bot was critically acclaimed, many anticipated the award would go to a title with a larger scope and more mainstream appeal. However, the adorable robot’s triumph signifies a growing appreciation for innovative gameplay, heartfelt storytelling, and pure, unadulterated fun. A David Amongst Goliaths Astro Bot’s journey to Game of the Year was an underdog story in the making. Facing off against juggernauts like Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth, which led the nominations with seven nods, and the critically acclaimed Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, Astro Bot’s victory seemed like a long shot. Yet, the game’s unique blend of platforming mastery, VR integration, and sheer charm resonated with both players and critics alike. The game’s success can be attributed to several factors. Firstly, Astro Bot delivered a truly innovative platforming experience. By utilizing the PlayStation 5’s DualSense controller and VR capabilities, Team Asobi created a game that felt both fresh and familiar. The haptics, adaptive triggers, and immersive 3D environments brought a new level of depth and engagement to the genre. Secondly, Astro Bot’s undeniable charm won the hearts of players worldwide. The game’s protagonist, Astro, is an endearing character with a wide range of expressive animations. The vibrant and colorful world, filled with playful enemies and hidden secrets, further enhanced the game’s appeal. Finally, Astro Bot’s masterful level design provided a challenging yet rewarding experience. Each level was meticulously crafted, offering a perfect balance of platforming, puzzle-solving, and combat. The game’s difficulty curve was expertly tuned, ensuring that players of all skill levels could enjoy the adventure. A Triumph for Innovation and Heart Astro Bot’s Game of the Year win is a testament to the power of innovation and heart in video games. In an industry often dominated by sequels and established franchises, Astro Bot dared to be different. It took risks, embraced new technology, and delivered an experience that was both refreshing and nostalgic. The game’s victory also highlights the growing importance of VR in the gaming landscape. While VR gaming is still relatively niche, Astro Bot demonstrated the immense potential of the technology. By seamlessly integrating VR into its core gameplay, Team Asobi created an experience that was truly immersive and unforgettable. Moreover, Astro Bot’s success serves as a reminder that games can be more than just entertainment. They can be sources of joy, wonder, and emotional connection. Astro Bot’s charming world and heartwarming story resonated with players on a deep level, proving that games can have a profound impact on our lives. The Game Awards 2024: A Night of Surprises and Celebrations Beyond Astro Bot’s historic win, The Game Awards 2024 was a night filled with memorable moments. From stunning musical performances by Snoop Dogg and Twenty One Pilots to exciting game reveals and emotional acceptance speeches, the event was a celebration of the best that the gaming industry has to offer. Other notable winners included: The Game Awards also recognized the achievements of individuals who have made significant contributions to the gaming industry. This year’s Innovation Award went to Fallout (Amazon MGM Studios) for its groundbreaking work in adapting video game narratives to television. A Bright Future for Astro and Team Asobi Astro Bot’s Game of the Year win is a momentous achievement for Team Asobi and a testament to their dedication to creating innovative and joyful gaming experiences. This recognition is likely to propel the studio to new heights, and fans eagerly anticipate what they have in store for the future. Will we see a new Astro Bot adventure on the PlayStation 5? Will Team Asobi continue to push the boundaries of VR gaming? Only time will tell. But one thing is certain: Astro Bot’s triumph at The Game Awards 2024 has solidified its place as a modern classic and a shining example of the power of creativity and passion in video game development.
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WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 13, 2024-- Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRDN), a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing potential best-in-class medicines for serious and rare diseases, today announced plans to host a conference call and webcast to report topline data for the THRIVE-2 phase 3 clinical trial, evaluating veligrotug in chronic TED, on Monday, December 16, 2024 at 8:00am ET. Conference call and webcast information The webcast can be accessed under “Events and Presentations” on the Investors section of the Viridian website at viridiantherapeutics.com . To participate in the conference call, please dial 800-715-9871 (domestic) or 646-307-1963 (international) and reference code 9934051. A replay of the webcast will be available following the completion of the event. About Viridian Therapeutics Viridian is a biopharmaceutical company focused on engineering and developing potential best-in-class medicines for patients with serious and rare diseases. Viridian’s expertise in antibody discovery and protein engineering enables the development of differentiated therapeutic candidates for previously validated drug targets in commercially established disease areas. Viridian is advancing multiple candidates in the clinic for the treatment of patients with thyroid eye disease (TED). The company is conducting a pivotal program for veligrotug (VRDN-001), including two global phase 3 clinical trials (THRIVE and THRIVE-2), to evaluate its efficacy and safety in patients with active and chronic TED. Viridian is also advancing VRDN-003 as a potential best-in-class subcutaneous therapy for the treatment of TED, including two ongoing global phase 3 pivotal clinical trials, REVEAL-1 and REVEAL-2, to evaluate the efficacy and safety of VRDN-003 in patients with active and chronic TED. In addition to its TED portfolio, Viridian is advancing a novel portfolio of neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) inhibitors, including VRDN-006 and VRDN-008, which has the potential to be developed in multiple autoimmune diseases. Viridian is based in Waltham, Massachusetts. For more information, please visit www.viridiantherapeutics.com . Follow Viridian on LinkedIn and X . Forward Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements may be identified by the use of words such as, but not limited to, “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “on track,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “design,” “should,” “target,” “will,” or “would” or other similar terms or expressions that concern our expectations, plans and intentions. Forward-looking statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, they are based on our current beliefs, expectations, and assumptions. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding: preclinical and clinical development of Viridian’s product candidates veligrotug (formerly VRDN-001), VRDN-003, VRDN-006 and VRDN-008; Viridian’s product candidates potentially being best-in-class; and the potential for Viridian’s product candidates to be developed in multiple autoimmune diseases. New risks and uncertainties may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible to predict all risks and uncertainties. No representations or warranties (expressed or implied) are made about the accuracy of any such forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to a number of material risks and uncertainties including but not limited to the potential utility, efficacy, potency, safety, clinical benefits, clinical response and convenience of Viridian’s product candidates and those risks set forth under the caption “Risk Factors” in our most recent quarterly report on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on November 12, 2024 and other subsequent disclosure documents filed with the SEC. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it was made. Neither the company, nor its affiliates, advisors, or representatives, undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing the company’s views as of any date subsequent to the date hereof. View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241213672239/en/ CONTACT: Anabel Chan, 617-458-8725 Vice President, Investor Relations & Communications IR@viridiantherapeutics.com Louisa Stone, 617-272-4604 Manager, Investor Relations IR@viridiantherapeutics.com KEYWORD: MASSACHUSETTS UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: HEALTH HEALTH TECHNOLOGY OTHER HEALTH CLINICAL TRIALS PHARMACEUTICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY SOURCE: Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2024. 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