Astro Bot's triumphant launch stands in stark contrast to the disappointing debut of Concord. The game has quickly become a critical sensation, receiving widespread praise mere hours after its release. Discover the reasons behind its success and how it defies expectations in the wake of Concord's failure.
Astro Bot Receives Rave Reviews While Concord's Launch Falters
Two Sides of the Same Coin: Sony's Divergent Fortunes
September 6th marked a day of contrasting fortunes for Sony. While the company navigates the indefinite closure of Concord, its highly anticipated 3D platformer, Astro Bot, enjoys a spectacular launch, showered with positive reviews.
This critical acclaim for Astro Bot sharply contrasts with the poor reception of Concord. At the time of writing, Astro Bot boasts an impressive Metacritic score of 94, placing it among the top-rated standalone games of 2024. Only Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree expansion surpasses it with a score of 95. Other noteworthy 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 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 remarkable achievement, read our in-depth analysis below!