academy of interactive arts & sciences

Complete List Of AIAS Awards Finalists Announced

2:46PM Luke Plunkett | The complete list of finalists for the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS) 2007 Annual Interactive Achievement Awards have been announced. Bring tea and biscuits, this will take a while. To be held in Vegas on February 7, during the 2008 D.I.C.E. summit, and hosted by Jay Mohr, this is the 11th year the awards have been held, and if the sheer number of nominations count for anything BioShock (12) and Call of Duty 4 (10) are going to run away with the night. Click through for every finalist in every category. More »

Morhaime Enters AIAS Hall Of Fame

3:20AM Mike Fahey | Morhaime FTW! The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences adds another name to its list of game industry luminaries today as it announces the induction of Blizzard co-founder, president, and CEO Mike Morhaime into its Hall of Fame. Morhaime is being honoured for his contributions to the MMO space with World of Warcraft, as well as the success of the Diablo, Warcraft, and Starcraft franchises. Where’s the Lost Vikings love, AIAS? “This is a great honor, and I’m proud to receive it,” said Morhaime. “The success that Blizzard Entertainment has had over the years would not have been possible without the enthusiasm and support of players around the world, and the passion and dedication of our employees, so I thank all of them for contributing to this achievement.” Morhaime is in excellent company, as previous inductees include Will Wright, John Carmack, Sega’s Yu Suzuki, Shigeru Miyamoto, and Danielle Bunten Berry. BioWare CEO Dr. Ray Muzka will present the honour at the 11th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards on February 7th. More »