Sony's Astro Bot receives overwhelming critical praise, a stark contrast to the disappointing launch of Concord. This article explores the game's success and its defiance of expectations.
Astro Bot Triumphs Amidst Concord's Failure
A Study in Contrasts: Sony's Two New Releases
September 6th presented a mixed bag for Sony. While the company navigates the indefinite closure of Concord, its ambitious 3D platformer, Astro Bot, launches to rave reviews.
This critical success stands in sharp relief to Concord's poor reception. Currently, Astro Bot boasts a Metacritic score of 94, ranking it among the highest-rated standalone games of 2024. Only Elden Ring's expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree (95), surpasses it. Other notable titles include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (both 92), Animal Well (91), and Balato (90).
Game8 awarded Astro Bot a 96, highlighting its polished feel and suggesting it as a potential Game of the Year contender. Read our comprehensive review of Astro Bot and Team ASOBI's exceptional work below!
