We are thrilled to announce that Schell Games' I Expect You To Die 3: Cog in the Machine was named Independent Game of the Year by The NYX Game Awards! This prestigious award pulls from hundreds of global entries and is the first time Schell Games has received this honor.

Here's what the NYX Game Awards judges had to say about our game:

"Awarded the 2024 Best Independent Game of the Year, I Expect You To Die 3: Cog in the Machine masterfully combines immersive puzzles, clever humor, and thrilling espionage to deliver an unforgettable VR experience. This latest installment invites players deeper into the role of a cunning secret agent, facing a series of ingenious traps and mind-bending challenges that test every ounce of wit and reflex.

The game’s inventive design, captivating storyline, and attention to detail create a world where each puzzle feels like an exhilarating escape room. With its charmingly retro-futuristic style and brilliant gameplay, Cog in the Machine proves that indie games can rival even the biggest blockbusters in creativity and depth."

The NYX Game Awards is an international competition that celebrates innovation and creativity in the gaming industry. Earlier this year, Schell Games' I Expect You To Die 3 took home Grand Winner awards from NYX for the Meta Quest VR Game - Puzzle and Meta Quest VR Game - Escape Room categories.

Also in 2024, the opening credits of the game received a Silver Winner designation in the Use of VR Category from The Telly Awards. The Telly Awards honor excellence in video and television across all screens, and celebrates the best work in the video medium in an exciting new era of the moving image on and offline.

Thank you to all of our supporters, new and returning, for sharing the love of the I Expect You To Die trilogy. This award is for you, too!

Congrats to all of the 2024 NYX Game Awards winners!