Astro Bot: A Platforming Phenomenon Crowned Most Awarded Game
Astro Bot has achieved a remarkable feat, surpassing all other platforming games to become the most awarded of all time, boasting an impressive 104 Game of the Year awards. This surpasses the previous record holder, It Takes Two, by a significant 16 awards.
Initially released in September 2024, Astro Bot, a greatly expanded version of the popular Astro's Playroom tech demo, exceeded all expectations. Building on the success of the PS5 tech demo, it quickly garnered critical acclaim and became the highest-rated new game of 2024. Its triumph at The Game Awards 2024, where it won Game of the Year, was just the beginning.
The impressive award count, highlighted by NextGenPlayer on Twitter and verified by gamefa.com's Game of the Year Award Tracker, solidifies Astro Bot's place in gaming history. While this achievement is monumental, it's worth noting that the game's total award count still lags behind titles like Baldur's Gate 3 (288 wins), The Last of Us Part 2 (326 wins), and Elden Ring (435 wins), the current record holder for most awarded game overall.
Despite not matching the award totals of these industry giants, Astro Bot's commercial success is undeniable. By November 2024, it had sold over 1.5 million copies—a significant achievement considering its relatively small development team (under 70 developers) and likely moderate budget. This success firmly establishes Astro Bot as a major PlayStation franchise. The game's impact on both critical acclaim and commercial sales is a testament to Team Asobi's creative vision and execution.
