PlayStation Studio Team Asobi today released Astro Bot exclusively for PS5. The journey spanning more than 50 planets has received rave reviews on Metacritic. The detailed design of the worlds and the clever game mechanics make the adventure game an experience that goes far beyond typical platform games.
In Astro Bot, we once again take on the role of the charming robo-hero Astro. When his PS5 mothership is destroyed, he and his crew are scattered to different galaxies. Now it’s up to us to rescue the crew and repair the mothership.
The new adventure game from Team Asobi is winning the hearts of the enthusiastic trade press in several ways. On the one hand, it combines nostalgic gameplay with modern technology. On the other hand, the lovingly designed levels and characters will put you in a good mood. IGN sums it up aptly with the following words:
“Astro’s strongest weapon, however, is its charm: this game is so uncompromisingly light-hearted, cheerful and light-footed that it disarms even the most hardened cynics.”
The reviews on Metacritic emphasize the versatile use of the DualSense controller. The haptic feedback and soundscapes such as the crunching of snow or the banging of a hammer ensure that the game world feels more real than ever before. The gameplay is also positively emphasized, which does not seem monotonous in its simple design. Added to this is the nostalgic factor of Astro Bot, which can be summarized by the trade press as a
“homage to PlayStation’s rich past”
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Astro Bot as Game of the Year contender
With an impressive Metascore of 94 and over 27 perfect scores, Astro Bot is already being touted as a potential Game of the Year contender. The fact that Team Asobi is not resting on its laurels with the charming character of the robo-hero is particularly evident in the innovative level design. Various reviews note a clear departure from previous titles. The thematically organized worlds, the variety of biomes and the unique puzzle design celebrate the history of PlayStation while providing a lot of fun to play.
Astro Bot is available now from PlayStation Store and participating retailers at a price of €69.99. When purchasing, interested parties can choose between the standard and the Digital Deluxe Edition (79.99 euros). In addition to the adventure game, the latter includes various cosmetic items as well as the soundtrack, 10 PSN avatars and an art gallery. You can find more PlayStation titles in the following overview:
