Baker is one of the most distinguished voice actors in the games industry and has brought to life many iconic video game characters, including his award-winning role as Indiana Jones in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.
Following the awards, Troy Baker will perform a musical set for in-person attendees. All ticket holders will be able to participate in the post-awards concert as an extended celebration for Baker’s Andrew Yoon Legend Award presentation. The mini concert is the perfect closer to the 16th annual New York Game Awards.
Throughout his career as an actor, Baker has been able to turn even the simplest lines into heart-wrenching, endearing or even terrifying moments that stay with fans long after the end credits roll. With over 400 roles under his belt across video games, TV and film, his impact on the industry will be felt for generations as it continues to inspire the next generation of voice actors.
“When we consider our upcoming Andrew Yoon Legend winners, we’re looking for individuals who’ve made a deep cultural impact on the video game landscape, and Troy Baker felt like the perfect addition,” said Harold Goldberg, co-founder and president, NYVGCC. “Troy is such a force of nature within the games industry. We’ve recognized his voice-acting performances at previous New York Game Awards, and we are ecstatic to have him join our roster of Andrew Yoon Legend winners. Plus, our audiences are in for a treat with his musical performance after this year's awards. You’ll only get to experience that moment in person at SVA Theatre!”
“It’s hard to find a video game from the past 10 or 20 years without mentioning Troy Baker,” said Reggie Fils-Aimé, former president, Nintendo of America and board member, NYVGCC. “It’s because his performances are so ingrained in some of the most beloved video games in recent history, and he brought personality and meaning to those characters.”
“Troy is someone who has left a mark on our students, both through his work and during his time speaking with them ahead of the awards,” said Ryan O’Callaghan, executive director, NYVGCC. “We couldn’t ask for a better legend winner to celebrate our 16th annual New York Game Awards.”
Tickets for the NY Game Awards are $85 before ticketing fees and available for purchase through Humanitix. A limited number of VIP tickets are also available for $100, with preferred seating during the awards and access to the after-party presented by New Blood Interactive. The awards will be livestreamed on NYVGCC's official social channels and on IGN’s website and YouTube channels.
Proceeds from the New York Game Awards support NYVGCC’s Playing with Purpose writing program, which brings comprehensive classes and workshops in journalism and game narrative writing to schools and shelters across New York City. This year, they received their first National Endowment for the Arts grant to support the expansion of their classes with students at the Hudson Valley Middletown School District, along with their work at the Lab School for Finance and Technology, High School for Fashion Industries, M.S. 131, Henry Street Settlement and more to be announced.