While video games in general are a medium that has incredible appeal (especially in the sound department) and has been nominated for a Grammy in the past, this is a first and special occasion for the gaming industry as it will make sure it will be aknowledged more seriously from here on out, given the prestige of the Grammys.
With all that said, here’s the list of this year’s contenders:
Aliens: Fireteam Elite Austin Wintory, composer
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: Dawn Of Ragnarok Stephanie Economou, composer
Call Of Duty®: Vanguard Bear McCreary, composer
Marvel’s Guardians Of The Galaxy Richard Jacques, composer