Exciting news has arrived for PlayStation enthusiasts and those who enjoy vibrant, imaginative gameplay—Astro Bot has emerged victorious in a thrilling competition, grabbing a BAFTA award last night. And it wasn’t just any accolade; it seized the prestigious Game of the Year title, surpassing other excellent contenders like Helldivers 2 and Balatro.
But that’s not all. In addition to this major win, Astro Bot scooped up several other awards, including recognition for Audio Achievement, Animation, Family, and Game Design. This triumph follows its previous success at The Game Awards last year, where Astro Bot once again outshined numerous big names in what was a remarkably competitive 2024.
At the ceremony, the team’s representatives gathered to accept the award, with Nicolas Doucet stepping up to offer a brief yet heartfelt speech. He extended his gratitude towards the team in Japan, saying, “Thank you so much to all of them, back in Japan. They crafted this game with so much love, so much care, every single day bit-by-bit. With no thought to winning things, we were just doing the best we could to make people’s lives brighter.”
Doucet continued to express appreciation to specific team members and beyond, including the game’s composer, everyone at PlayStation, and all the partners whose games featured in Astro Bot. He also thanked the BAFTA academy, the developers’ families, and the pioneers in the video game industry who paved the way.
How do you feel about Astro Bot’s impressive performance at the BAFTAs this year? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments!