Astro Bot's Triumphant Launch: A Stunning Reversal of Fortune for Sony

Astro Bot has rapidly garnered critical acclaim, achieving widespread praise mere hours after its release. This success story stands in stark contrast to the disappointing launch of Sony's Concord. Let's delve into Astro Bot's remarkable achievement and its unexpected juxtaposition with Concord's failure.

Two Sides of the Same Coin: Sony's Contrasting Fortunes

September 6th marked a day of mixed emotions for Sony. While the company navigates the indefinite closure of its Concord project, the launch of its 3D platformer, Astro Bot, is met with overwhelmingly positive reviews.

The critical reception of Astro Bot is a stark contrast to the underwhelming performance of Concord. Currently, Astro Bot boasts a Metacritic score of 94, placing it among the highest-rated standalone games of 2024. Only the Elden Ring expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, surpasses it with a score of 95. Other notable titles include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (both at 92), Animal Well (91), and Balato (90).

Game8 awarded Astro Bot a perfect 96, highlighting its exceptional completeness and even suggesting its potential as a Game of the Year contender. For a comprehensive review of Astro Bot and Team ASOBI's masterful execution, please refer to our in-depth analysis below!