Astro Bot Reaches Unbelievable Milestone

Astro Bot: The Unlikely King of Platformer Awards

With an astounding 104 Game of the Year awards, Astro Bot has officially become the most decorated platformer in history, surpassing It Takes Two by a significant 16 wins. This remarkable achievement underscores the game's exceptional quality, exceeding even Sony's initial expectations.

Initially conceived as an expansion of the popular PS5 tech demo, Astro's Playroom, Astro Bot launched in September 2024 to widespread critical acclaim, quickly becoming the highest-rated new release of the year. Its success culminated in a triumphant sweep at The Game Awards 2024, including the coveted Game of the Year award.

But the accolades didn't stop there. As highlighted by NextGenPlayer on Twitter, and verified by gamefa.com's Game of the Year Award Tracker, Astro Bot's total award count has reached a phenomenal 104.

While this is a monumental achievement for a platformer, it still falls short of the overall award counts of gaming giants like Baldur's Gate 3 (288), Elden Ring (435), and The Last of Us Part 2 (326). Nevertheless, Astro Bot's success is undeniable, having sold over 1.5 million copies by November 2024 – a testament to its quality considering its relatively small development team and budget. Astro Bot has undeniably transitioned from a promising title to a major PlayStation franchise.