Neople is leaning into the brutal reputation of The First Berserker: Khazan with its latest community call to action. The developers are explicitly asking players to nominate the hardcore action RPG for the 2025 Steam Awards, specifically targeting the "Best Game You Suck At" category.
Embracing the Struggle
It is a fitting category for a game rooted in vengeance and resilience. In the lore, General Khazan survived the Berserk Dragon Hismar only to be betrayed, tortured, and exiled by the empire he saved. That narrative weight translates directly to the gameplay loop. The combat is designed to be punishing, requiring the same tenacity from the player that Khazan needs to survive his exile.
If you have spent hours mastering parry timings or staring at a "Game Over" screen after a boss fight, this nomination is essentially a badge of honor. It acknowledges that the difficulty isn't just a mechanic—it's central to the experience of being the outcast general.
What categories are available for nomination?
While the "Best Game You Suck At" award is the primary focus, Neople has suggested a few other categories where the game shines. The nomination window is currently open and runs until December 1, 2025. Here is the full list of suggested accolades:
- Best Game You Suck At: For the punishing combat that defines the genre.
- Outstanding Visual Style: Recognizing the game's unique art direction.
- Best Game on Steam Deck: For performance optimization on handhelds.
- Game of the Year: The top prize for the 2025 season.
Players looking to cast their votes can do so directly through the Steam store page. With the window closing on December 1, the community has just under a week to push Khazan into the finalist circle.