First stage: In this stage, there will be the reception of entries and the initial screening of games, where the eligibility of the entries is verified according to items 1, 2, and 3 of this Regulation.
Second stage: In this stage, the Selection Committee will play all games approved by the initial screening and will conduct a qualitative assessment based on the following criteria: Art, Narrative, Sound, Gameplay, and Innovation, by at least 3 (three) distinct members of the Selection Committee.
Third stage: In this stage, the highest-rated games are highlighted and reviewed again by the entire Selection Committee with the aim of selecting the best finalist games for each category.
Fourth stage: The best games from all festival categories will be selected through the analysis of the criteria provided in clause 6.1.2. described above, respecting the specificities of each category: Gameplay, Narrative, Art, Sound, Mobile, Best Virtual Reality Game, Best Multiplayer, BIG Impact: Educational Category, BIG Impact: Social Issues Category, BIG Impact: Diversity, Best Brazilian Game, Best Game from Latin America, Best Game, Best Children's Game, and Best Student Game.
Regulation link: https://latam.gamescom.global/pt/regulamento/