The best sound design isn’t about the music but more about overall ambiance and sounds and how they impact the player. The sound design also isn’t always about loud explosions or which game can be the loudest. It is usually about diversity and bringing a game to life that no other medium can accomplish.

Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor

Shadow of Mordor edged over Dragon Age due to the fact that the sound design is so raw and just feels more a little more alive. From the Uruks grunts to the way the sword sings in the air during fights. Birds chirping, animals growling; it just all comes together so beautifully in a way that no other game has this year.

Runner-Ups

Dragon Age: Inquisition

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Bayonetta 2

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Far Cry 4

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Destiny

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