Animatrik sponsors the inaugural Cinematic Game Awards

Game cinematics grab attention. They set the scene. And there's some incredible artistry and technical skill that goes into making them. We're proud to sponsor the inaugural Cinematic Game Awards from the Society for Game Cinematics.

For years, the work that goes into these sequences – the subtle facial performances, the complex choreography, and the technical integration – has been a vital part of the gaming experience. This event marks a long-overdue opportunity to step back and recognize the specific discipline of game cinematography on its own terms.

Creating a memorable cinematic is a massive collaborative effort. It’s a process that bridges the gap between traditional filmmaking and interactive technology. We’re joining SideFX, Wacom, and Waterproof Studios to support the Society for Game Cinematics’ latest event, ensuring the people behind these moments get the recognition they deserve.

From the technical directors managing data pipelines to the animators and performance capture artists, these awards are about celebrating the human effort that makes digital worlds feel real.

The ceremony takes place on March 10th at the Metreon AMC16 IMAX Theater in San Francisco. Seeing this work on an IMAX screen is a testament to the scale and quality of modern game storytelling.

"We see the passion that goes into every shoot on our stages," says Animatrik CEO Brett Ineson. "It’s great to see a dedicated space where the industry can finally celebrate the craft and the people who make these unskippable moments possible."