If you have spent any time in the pilot's seat or manning the turrets, you understand why this specific category fits. Wildgate is rarely kind to lone wolves. The game's mechanics force players to rely on one another, whether it is syncing up target focus during ship-to-ship combat or covering a teammate while they scavenge for upgrades in a hostile zone. The "Better With Friends" award is reserved for titles that function best when you have a dedicated squad, and the interdependence required here makes a strong case for the nomination.
Why does Wildgate fit this category?
The core gameplay loop involves managing distinct roles that must function in unison. It is not enough to just shoot well; someone needs to navigate environmental hazards while others repair hull damage or repel boarders in first-person combat. That split-focus gameplay creates a chaotic environment where communication is the only way to survive. If your team fails to call out an enemy flank or mismanages the ship's energy distribution, the run usually ends quickly.
Voting is currently open on Steam. If your crew has managed to escape with the Artifact thanks to a perfectly timed maneuver or a desperate last-stand defense, now is the time to cast your vote and support the game in the 2025 accolades.