Astro Bot Wins Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024 and Unveils Winter Wonder Update
Astro Bot, the highly acclaimed platformer developed by Team Asobi, has been crowned Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024. This prestigious award was announced during the ceremony on December 12, 2024, where Astro Bot outshone other strong contenders such as Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Balatro, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, and Black Myth: Wukong.
The game’s success is attributed to its innovative approach to platforming, engaging mechanics, and charming visuals, which have resonated with both casual gamers and enthusiasts. Astro Bot has received widespread critical acclaim, earning a perfect 5/5 score from several reviewers and maintaining a high rating on review aggregators like Metacritic.
In addition to this accolade, Team Asobi has announced a festive Winter Wonder update for Astro Bot, set to launch on December 13, 2024. This update introduces a new Christmas-themed level, complete with shiny presents, jingle bells, and gingerbread houses. The level is designed to be enjoyable for all ages and will feature new special bots to collect. Unlike previous speedrun challenges, this update is intended to be a fun and accessible celebration for both children and adults.
The Winter Wonder level promises to capture the spirit of Christmas, with Santa and his reindeer making an appearance, and the level itself decorated in festive colors and themes. This update is a thank you to the fans who have supported Astro Bot since its release in September 2024.
