Astro Bot sweeps video game Baftas

Video games featuring bots, shamans and a travelling salesman made by developers from around the world were recognised on Tuesday at Britain's annual Bafta Games Awards.

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Family-friendly, sci-fi adventure Astro Bot swept the London ceremony with five wins including for best game, best family game and best animation.

The game, which follows the adventures of space robot Astro, had already clinched the top prize at The Game Awards 2024 in Los Angeles, considered the Oscars of the digital entertainment industry.

It has sold more than 1.5 million copies as of November 2024 according to Sony, which owns the 65-person Tokyo-based Team Asobi studio responsible for the mega-hit.