The competition for the best PlayStation game of 2024 sure was fierce. But, at the end of the day, it had to come down to at least one winner. For Destructoid’s choice of the best PS4/PS5 game of the year, we have Astro Bot, the beloved platformer that’s become a tremendous ode for PlayStation players.
It may come as no surprise to see Astro Bot at the top of the list. I mean, it did take home the winner of the best game of the year at The Game Awards. And, as someone who’s poured a ton of hours into this platformer, I couldn’t ask for a better pick. It’s one of the first times where the game of the year is actually my personal game of the year, and it’s incredibly satisfying.
Astro Bot brought back such a simple concept to games: fun. There are so many titles out there that are all about pushing you to the edge in challenges, whether it be through an overwhelming amount of enemy forces or the infamous “sweat lobbies.” Fortunately, Astro Bot’s levels are brimming with entertainment, with unique locations and abilities where every level feels different from the last.
The conclusion to each stage is also exceptionally fulfilling as a PlayStation player. You never know what iconic character you’ll see next, and there’s plenty of them to go around with the platform’s numerous franchises. What’s more, you’ll get to take control of some of the most adored characters as you wield legendary powers and weaponry. Heck, even as someone who hasn’t played too much of God of War, Astro Bot convinced me enough to want to play it, just from its short period with Kratos.
While the nostalgia may be a considerable factor in why Astro Bot is so good, it’s simply a superb game all-around. You don’t have to be a PlayStation fan to play it; anyone can indulge in this title and end up having a grand ole’ time.
The year 2024 isn’t even the end for Astro Bot, as more updates like the Winter Wonder roll out. There are many more cameos to explore (Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts, anyone?), and I can’t wait to see what else PlayStation has in store. 2025 is already shaping up to be another good year for the PS5, with the likes of Death Stranding 2, Little Nightmares 3, and Ghost of Yotei. It will likely be a tough competition once again, but for now, we can celebrate Astro Bot’s much-deserved victory.
Nominees for Best PS4/PS5 Game of 2024
- Astro Bot
- Helldivers 2
- Rise of the Ronin
- LEGO Horizon Adventures
- Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero
- Black Myth: Wukong
- Unicorn Overlord
Published: Dec 17, 2024 10:33 am