Sony's Astro Bot has received overwhelmingly positive critical reception, achieving widespread acclaim mere hours after its release. This success stands in sharp contrast to the disappointing launch of Concord, creating a fascinating dichotomy for Sony. Learn more about this surprising success story below.
Astro Bot's Triumph Amidst Concord's Failure
Two Sides of the Same Coin: Sony's Contrasting Fortunes
September 6th marks a day of mixed results for Sony. While the company navigates the indefinite closure of its ambitious project, Concord, the launch of its 3D platformer, Astro Bot, is met with effusive praise from critics.
The stark contrast between Astro Bot's critical success and Concord's failure is striking. Astro Bot currently holds a remarkable Metacritic score of 94, placing it among the top-rated standalone games of 2024. Only the Elden Ring expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree (95), surpasses it. Other high-profile releases, including Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (both 92), Animal Well (91), and Balato (90), trail behind.
Game8 awarded Astro Bot an impressive 96, highlighting the game's exceptional completeness and even suggesting it as a potential Game of the Year (GOTY) contender. For a comprehensive review of Astro Bot and Team ASOBI's masterful achievement, be sure to read our detailed analysis below!
