We are honored to present the 2024 Photo Mode Awards winners. This year’s event was a true celebration of creativity, talent, and passion in virtual photography, with entries that captivated our judges and highlighted the artistry within gaming.
This event is made possible thanks to the invaluable support from major developers and publishers like CD Projekt Red, Insomniac Games, Bend Studio, 505 Games and Bandai Namco, alongside our passionate community of creators from over 60 countries worldwide. Their contributions elevate this competition, not only through groundbreaking games but also through their commitment to fostering creativity within their player base.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated — from our talented contestants to the developers who made this event a success.
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This style of photography is all about trying to capture the personality, expressions, and emotions/connections of an individual (person or fantasy) or group individuals by utilizing the background atmosphere, poses, and lighting.
Architecture photography generally means photography that focuses on buildings, structures, and urban/fantasy environments, showcasing creativity in composition and design. It can include shooting building exteriors and interiors, as well as bridges, other structures, and cityscapes.
Captures will contain a high intensity scene with dynamic moments, showcasing movement, energy, and vitality in various contexts, from sports to a fight scene.
Macro photography is focused on intricate details, capturing the beauty of small subjects often unnoticed by the naked eye. It’s an exploration of the world up close.
This category focuses on the unique and visually stunning worlds crafted by independent game developers.
Nature photography is focused on elements of the outdoors. Specific subjects may include landscapes, wildlife, flora, and other elements of the environment.
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