Sony's Astro Bot Opens to Critical Acclaim in Stark Contrast to Concord's Massive Flop

Astro Bot's triumphant launch stands in sharp contrast to the disappointing failure of Concord, showcasing Sony's contrasting fortunes. The game has quickly garnered widespread critical praise, achieving remarkable success shortly after its release. This article explores Astro Bot's accolades and its unexpected success against the backdrop of Concord's demise.

Astro Bot Receives Rave Reviews Despite Concord's Poor Debut

A Study in Contrasts: Sony's Two Extremes

September 6th marked a day of mixed results for Sony. While the company navigates the indefinite closure of Concord, its ambitious 3D platformer, Astro Bot, has debuted to overwhelmingly positive reviews.

The critical reception of Astro Bot is a stark reversal of Concord's fate. 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 noteworthy 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 96, highlighting its 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 exceptional achievement, please see our detailed review below.