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Astro Bot

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91%Game Brain Score
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Critic Score 91%Based on 56 reviews

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Astro Bot is a single player platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Team Asobi and was released on September 6, 2024. It received very positive reviews from critics.

In "Astro Bot" for PS5, help Astro rescue his crew and rebuild the mothership after it's attacked by his nemesis. Utilize Astro's new power-ups, including springy punches, rockets, and a giant sponge, to complete this immersive adventure. Join forces with PlayStation icons and prove that small can be mighty in this exclusive Astro adventure.

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gameplay8 positive mentions
  • Astro Bot features stunning visuals and a charming presentation that captures the essence of PlayStation nostalgia.
  • The game offers incredibly varied and creative gameplay, with tight and responsive platforming mechanics that keep players engaged.
  • Innovative use of the DualSense controller enhances the experience, providing immersive and tactile feedback throughout the game.
  • Some players may find the challenge level to be lacking, with certain aspects feeling too simplistic or easy.
  • There are minor technical issues, such as rare frame rate dips and occasional game crashes that can disrupt progress.
  • The game could benefit from additional content, as some players wish it were longer and included more skill challenges.
  • gameplay
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Astro Bot is praised for its immersive and innovative use of the DualSense controller, offering a diverse and creative experience across visually stunning worlds. While some critiques mention a lack of challenge and automation that may hinder gameplay potential, the overall consensus highlights the game's tight controls, variety of mechanics, and nostalgic references, making it a must-play for PS5 owners.

    • “Every world offers compelling gameplay that is elevated to the next level by the innovative use of the DualSense controller, and its heartwarming nods to the last 30 years of PlayStation ensure that the experience is charmingly nostalgic while still feeling refreshingly original.”
    • “From its fun and lighthearted gameplay to its beautiful level design and never-ending charm, find out why Astro Bot is a game every PS5 owner needs to play.”
    • “The challenge lacks teeth, and automation hinders gameplay potential.”
    • “As an entertaining, accessible, and polished 3D platformer, Astro Bot offers plenty of variety in both visuals and gameplay, delivering a lively space adventure with plenty of PlayStation references.”
    • “It fully delivers on the promise of Astro's Playroom, building on the rock-solid core of tight controls and inventive gameplay and turning everything up to 11.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Astro Bot features stunning visuals and a diverse aesthetic that enhances its engaging gameplay, making it a standout in 3D platforming. The game is praised for its creative level design, charming graphics, and attention to detail, which collectively create a nostalgic and immersive experience for players. Overall, it sets a new standard in the genre with its polished presentation and vibrant environments.

    • “Astro Bot is a wonderfully entertaining and diverse platformer that throws new ideas at you at an incredible rate, topped with stunning visuals and an injection of PlayStation nostalgia.”
    • “Astro Bot is a love letter to video games that sets a new standard in 3D platforming, with ridiculously creative stages and gorgeous visuals.”
    • “Perfectly tuned platforming that carefully balances challenge with accessibility, chock-full of easter eggs and interactions that will bring a smile to any PlayStation fan, best-in-class visuals, music, and smart use of the DualSense's best features.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is consistently praised for its charm and bounciness, enhancing the overall experience with a delightful soundtrack that complements the inventive level design. Reviewers highlight the superb sound quality and the effective integration of the DualSense controller's features, which further enriches the gameplay. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.

    • “Bouncy and charming soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “Superb sound and music that elevate the gameplay.”
    • “Best-in-class visuals, music, and smart use of the DualSense's best features.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a straightforward monetization model with no microtransactions, season passes, or unnecessary busywork, allowing players to enjoy a pure and joyful 3D platforming experience.

    • “There are no microtransactions, no season passes, and no busywork padding - just precisely engineered 3D platforming with an overabundance of joy on offer.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is enhanced by character-themed missions that are both engaging and nostalgic, featuring a diverse roster of callbacks that resonate with players. The vibrant and interactive levels, combined with a responsive platforming experience and unique abilities, create an immersive narrative environment. Overall, the storytelling is effectively supported by the game's dynamic mechanics and features.

  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its nostalgic references to 30 years of PlayStation history, which create a charming and heartwarming experience. The innovative use of the DualSense controller further enhances the gameplay, making it both compelling and refreshingly original.

    • “Every world offers compelling gameplay that is elevated to the next level by the innovative use of the DualSense controller, and its heartwarming nods to the last 30 years of PlayStation ensure that the experience is charmingly nostalgic while still feeling refreshingly original.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is praised for its precise and responsive movement, flawless performance, and charming visuals, all of which enhance the experience of its vast array of fun abilities and creatively designed levels. Players appreciate the attention to detail, with numerous interactions and Easter eggs that reward exploration, complemented by an excellent soundtrack.

    • “The precise and responsive movement makes every action feel impactful and satisfying.”
    • “The vast and varied set of abilities is incredibly fun to use, allowing for creative gameplay.”
    • “The levels are overflowing with tiny details and interactions that reward players' curiosity.”
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Astro Bot is a platformer game with science fiction theme.

Astro Bot is available on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation.

Astro Bot was released on September 6, 2024.

Astro Bot was developed by Team Asobi.

Astro Bot has received very positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay.

Astro Bot is a single player game.

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