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The TIGA Games Industry Awards 2023 are divided into two groups: the ‘Games
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Awards’ (16 – 31) which are reserved for TIGA members.

There are also two special Awards: ‘Outstanding Employer’ and ‘Outstanding
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Individual Of The Year’, which are chosen by TIGA; and
will be chosen by attendees at the awards ceremony.
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