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- For the first time in The Game Awards history, a game was withdrawn from competition – Megabonk, a Brazilian indie title that pays homage to classic games like Quake and Doom.
- Aviaozinho do Trafico 3, another Brazilian indie game created by Joeveno, gained recognition at both the Brasil Game Show and Brazuca Game Awards, winning the latter as the Best Brazilian Indie Game.
- Both games incorporate elements of Rio de Janeiros culture, with Aviaozinho do Trafico 3 featuring fast-paced action, varied enemies, and a dark, bloody atmosphere.
- Despite its potential to represent Brazil at major game awards shows, Megabonk was withdrawn by its developer Vedinad before The Game Awards 2025, while Joeveno later withdrew Aviaozinho do Trafico 3 shortly before the same event.
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At The Game Awards 2025, a game was removed from the event for the first time when Vedinad, developer of Megabonk, requested its withdrawal from the Best Indie Debut category. Vedinad is also the creator of Aviaozinho do Trafico 3, available on Steam since September 17. Both Megabonk and Aviaozinho do Trafico 3 have ties to the Brazilian indie game scene. Aviaozinho do Trafico 3, created by Joeveno from Niteroi and recognized by IGN Brasil at the Brasil Game Show, won Brazilian Indie Game of the Year at the Brazuca Game Awards, hosted by Arthur Gomes. Had Megabonk not been withdrawn, it could have marked Brazil’s first representation at a major game awards show. Megabonk pays homage to Quake, featuring dark visuals and significant gore as enemies are blasted into pieces. It incorporates elements of Rio’s favelas and Counter-Strike mods, evoking the atmosphere of 90s-era LAN houses. The game also draws inspiration from classic Doom, channeling John Romero’s signature humor.
Withdrawn Indie Hit Aviaozinho do Trafico 3: Dark, Bloody Homage to Doom & Quake at Brazuca Awards
Joeveno’s Aviaozinho do Trafico 3 earned a nomination at the Brazil Game Show before winning Best Brazilian Indie Game at the Brazuca Game Awards. The game pays tribute to classic Doom while integrating elements from Quake and Counter-Strike, set against a dark, bloody backdrop inspired by elements of Rio de Janeiro’s culture. The gameplay emphasizes fast-paced, challenging action requiring quick reflexes and constant enemy awareness. Players must manage their health and master a range of weapons to confront varied enemies, including capybaras, dogs, traffickers, and thugs, while navigating secret passages. Shortly before The Game Awards 2025, Joeveno withdrew Aviaozinho do Trafico 3. The game offers a humorous homage to Doom and intense, enemy-filled action.
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