Google dedicated its interactive Google Doodle game to Gerald A. Lawson on what would have been his 82nd birthday. The Doodle allowed users to create and edit games, and share them, which was a fitting tribute to his pioneering work in video game cartridges and consoles. It served as a reminder of his contributions to the video game industry and his legacy as a visionary engineer.

Gerald Lawson was posthumously honored with the ID@Xbox Gaming Heroes award at the 21st Independent Games Festival. This award recognizes his pioneering work in leading the development of the first cartridge-based video game console. It highlights his lasting impact on the gaming industry and acknowledges his significant contribution to the advancement of video game technology.