Home 
Navigation
Astro Bot's triumphant launch stands in sharp contrast to the disappointing failure of Concord, showcasing a significant dichotomy within Sony's recent releases. The game has rapidly garnered widespread critical acclaim, achieving remarkable success shortly after its release. This article delves into Astro Bot's achievement and its unexpected juxtaposition with Concord's underwhelming performance.
Astro Bot Receives Overwhelmingly Positive Reviews Following Concord's Disastrous Debut
A Study in Contrasts: Sony's Two Extremes
September 6th marked a pivotal day for Sony, a day of both triumph and disappointment. While the company navigates the indefinite closure of Concord, its ambitious 3D platformer, Astro Bot, has exploded onto the scene with overwhelmingly positive critical reception.
The stark contrast between Astro Bot's critical success and Concord's failure is striking. Currently, Astro Bot boasts a Metacritic score of 94, placing it among the highest-rated standalone games of 2024. Only Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree expansion surpasses it with a score of 95. Other notable 2024 releases 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 the game's exceptional completeness and even suggesting it as a potential Game of the Year contender. For a comprehensive review exploring Team ASOBI's masterful creation, please see our in-depth analysis linked below.
Latest Articles
Latest Games
