The Game Awards contenders for 2023 are here, and Baldur's Gate 3 leads the pack with an impressive eight nominations. Among these is a nomination for actor Neil Newbon for Best Performance in his role as the vampire spawn rogue Astarion. Although Baldur's Gate 3 has many compelling characters, Newbon - who also won the 2023 Golden Joystick Award for Best Supporting Performance - shines as Astarion. He fully embodies a complex character with a rich backstory, heartfelt romance path, and endless quotable lines. A win for Newbon at The Game Awards would be well-deserved for bringing one of 2023's most unique and memorable characters to life.