Astro Bot Triumphs, Concord Crashes: A Tale of Two Games

Astro Bot has swiftly risen to the status of a critical darling, earning widespread acclaim just hours after its release. Dive into the details of the game's triumphant success and how it starkly defies the expectations set by the disappointing performance of Concord.

Astro Bot Earns Rave Reviews Amidst Concord’s Dismal Launch

As the sun rose on September 6th, Sony found itself navigating a bittersweet landscape. Amidst the indefinite shutdown of Concord, its eagerly awaited 3D platformer, Astro Bot, burst onto the scene with a cascade of glowing reviews.

The critical acclaim for Astro Bot starkly contrasts with the reception of Concord. At the time of writing, Astro Bot boasts an impressive 94 on Metacritic, positioning it among the highest-rated standalone games of 2024. Only the Elden Ring expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, surpasses it with a 95. Other notable releases include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth at 92, and Animal Well and Balatro at 91 and 90, respectively.

Game8 awarded Astro Bot an outstanding 96, lauding its completeness and even hinting at its potential as a contender for Game of the Year (GOTY). For a comprehensive look at how Team ASOBI has excelled with Astro Bot, delve into our detailed review below!