Will Astro Bot’s Success Spark a Platformer Renaissance?
2024 has underscored the lasting appeal of the video game genre known as platformers, and The Game Awards served as a testament to this fact. Team ASOBI’s game won Best Action/Adventure Game, Best Family Game, Best Game Direction, and even Game of the Year. This is the first time in history that a platformer has claimed the prestigious title of Game of the Year. While it may not appear significant to some, this victory signifies the potential for more captivating platformer games from other studios, possibly sparking a revival within the genre.