The title of Astro GOTY (Astro Bot) happened! Team Asobi 's platformer won Best Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024 .
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With fun guaranteed for all ages and a burst of nostalgia for long-time fans of Sony , Astro Bot surpassed 'favorite giants' such as Black Myth: Wukong , and proved that experiences beyond cinematic games can also lead the industry .
This success is a milestone for Sony , especially in the midst of a market saturated with remakes and remasters. Team Asobi transformed the potential of Astro's Playroom — tech demo pre-installed on PlayStation 5 — into a complete and ambitious game. Although, the bet on nostalgia and innovation was right, considering the impact that the PlayStation had on generations over 30 years.
Exclusive to the PS5 , Astro Bot has already surpassed the mark of 1.5 million copies sold by November , according to a report from Sony. Critically acclaimed, the game achieved an impressive 94 on Metacritic , consolidating itself as the highest-rated title of 2024, alongside Metaphor: ReFantazio Elden Ring DLC .
Finally, with this performance, Astro Bot reaffirms that platform games still have room to innovate and win over the public. Furthermore, Team Asobi not only delivered a memorable game, but also paved the way for a bright future in gaming.
