Astro Bot – News, Reviews, Videos, and More

Astro Bot Box Art
Publisher
Sony
Developer
Team Asobi
Platforms
PS5
Release Date
06 September 2024: WW: PS5
Genre
Platformer

Game Overview:

Astro Bot is a 3D platformer developed by Team Asobi and published by Sony.

It’s the third Astro game after Astro Bot Rescue Mission and Astro’s Playroom, and the series’ first full console release.

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Astro Bot Was the No. 2 Best-selling Game in the US in its Launch Week

Astro Bot Was the No. 2 Best-selling Game in the US in its Launch Week

NBA 2K25 was the only game to sell higher than Sony and Team Asobi's widely acclaimed platformer in the United States across the week that it came out.

Astro Bot Accolades Trailer Highlights Universal Critical Acclaim

Astro Bot Accolades Trailer Highlights Universal Critical Acclaim

Sony and Team Asobi's 3D platformer, which launched for the PlayStation 5 this week, is currently the best-reviewed game of the year.

Astro Bot Launch Week Sales in the UK Are Higher Than Sonic Frontiers and Crash Bandicoot 4

Astro Bot Launch Week Sales in the UK Are Higher Than Sonic Frontiers and Crash Bandicoot 4

It was recently reported that the platformer's total launch week sales in the UK were over 20 percent higher than Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart's.

Astro Bot Sells Over 12,000 Physical Units in Japan on Debut, PS5 Sales Plummet After Price Increase

Astro Bot Sells Over 12,000 Physical Units in Japan on Debut, PS5 Sales Plummet After Price Increase

Meanwhile, Ace Attorney Investigations Collection debuts with over 10,000 units sold, taking the #3 spot in the physical software sales charts.

Astro Bot’s Critical Success Proves That Sony Should Not Shift its Focus Away from Single Player Games

Astro Bot’s Critical Success Proves That Sony Should Not Shift its Focus Away from Single Player Games

Team Asobi's latest 3D platformer is an amazing yet sobering reminder of what Sony excels at and why it should stick to the same.

Astro Bot’s Total Launch Week Sales in the UK Are 21 Percent Higher Than Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart

Astro Bot’s Total Launch Week Sales in the UK Are 21 Percent Higher Than Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart

It was the second-best selling game in the UK last week, with Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 taking the top spot (and becoming UK's fastest-selling Warhammer game).

Astro Bot 100% Collectible Guide – Everything You Need to Know

Astro Bot 100% Collectible Guide – Everything You Need to Know

Here is a complete, 100% collectible guide for Astro Bot.

Astro Bot’s UK Launch Week Physical Sales Are Less Than Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart

Astro Bot’s UK Launch Week Physical Sales Are Less Than Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart

Physical sales are "about a third lower", though Team Asobi's critically acclaimed platformer has surpassed Concord's worldwide sales.

Astro Bot DLC Will Add More VIP Bots and Leaderboards, Director Confirms

Astro Bot DLC Will Add More VIP Bots and Leaderboards, Director Confirms

Director Nicolas Doucet previously confirmed that Team Asobi will add at least 15 new speedrun levels to the game for free as post-launch content.

Days Gone Director Upset at Protagonist’s Inclusion in Astro Bot

Days Gone Director Upset at Protagonist’s Inclusion in Astro Bot

Former Sony Bend director John Garvin feels Days Gone protagonist Deacon St. John has been "reduced to a cartoon shill promoting some small game."

Astro Bot 2 Would Have to be “Something Fresh,” Director Says

Astro Bot 2 Would Have to be “Something Fresh,” Director Says

"We don't to be just doing the same thing," says Astro Bot director and Team Asobi studio head Nicolas Doucet.

Astro Bot Could Add DLC Bots from Assassin’s Creed, Stellar Blade, and More, End Credits Suggest

Astro Bot Could Add DLC Bots from Assassin’s Creed, Stellar Blade, and More, End Credits Suggest

Rise of the Ronin, Beyond Good and Evil, Rayman, and Worms are also mentioned in the game's end credits, hinting at potential upcoming additions.

Astro Bot Concept Art Hints at Cut PlayStation Cameos

Astro Bot Concept Art Hints at Cut PlayStation Cameos

The Fat Princess franchise's eponymous protagonist and Twisted Metal Sweet Tooth were initially considered as cameo appearances for the platformer, new concept art reveals.

Astro Bot Has Sold Out on Amazon Japan

Astro Bot Has Sold Out on Amazon Japan

Sony and Team Asobi's platformer seems to have got off to a quick start with sales in Japan, reflecting its widespread critical acclaim.

Astro Bot is Now Available

Astro Bot is Now Available

Developed by Team Asobi, the 3D platformer is playable on PS5. It's the highest-rated game of 2024 based on critical reviews.

Astro Bot Will Receive at Least 15 Free Levels Post-Launch

Astro Bot Will Receive at Least 15 Free Levels Post-Launch

The number was revealed during a presentation at Team Asobi last month, so it's unknown if plans have changed since then.

Astro Bot Becomes the Best Reviewed Game of 2024

Astro Bot Becomes the Best Reviewed Game of 2024

The upcoming platformer currently holds a Metacritic score of 94, which is the highest for any new full game release this year.

Astro Bot Review – Super PlayStation Galaxy

Astro Bot Review – Super PlayStation Galaxy

Astro's first full-fledged console rescue mission is a rousing success.

Astro Bot Devs Talk About Crafting the Perfect Platformer in New Dev Diary

Astro Bot Devs Talk About Crafting the Perfect Platformer in New Dev Diary

Astro Bot's development team at Team Asobi talks about the process of working on the platformer in the first instalment of a new behind-the-scenes series of videos.

Astro Bot Trailer Hypes up Imminent Launch

Astro Bot Trailer Hypes up Imminent Launch

Sony and Team Asobi's highly anticipated platformer will launch for the PlayStation 5 on September 6, with reviews going live a day earlier.

Astro Bot Reviews Will Go Live on September 5th

Astro Bot Reviews Will Go Live on September 5th

Team Asobi's 3D platformer will launch on September 6th for PS5, with free post-launch content arriving by the end of the year.

Astro Bot DLC Will Add “Playful” Stages and Speed Run Levels by Year End

Astro Bot DLC Will Add “Playful” Stages and Speed Run Levels by Year End

Team Asobi's 3D platformer will receive free DLC after launching on September 6th for PS5, though the extent of support is unknown.

Astro Bot Director on Potential PC Version – “We Want to Hear from You”

Astro Bot Director on Potential PC Version – “We Want to Hear from You”

Team Asobi's Nicolas Doucet also reiterates that the platformer has a "zero percent" chance of being ported to PS VR2.

Astro Bot Gameplay Leaks, Showcases Extensive Cameos

Astro Bot Gameplay Leaks, Showcases Extensive Cameos

The video has gone private, but 72 different cameos from renowned franchises, both PlayStation and otherwise, were spotted.

PS5 Exclusive Astro Bot – Everything You Need to Know About It

PS5 Exclusive Astro Bot – Everything You Need to Know About It

Here's everything you should know about Sony's upcoming platformer.

Astro Bot is Looking Like One of 2024’s Most Delightful Games

Astro Bot is Looking Like One of 2024’s Most Delightful Games

Here's why we're so incredibly excited for Sony's upcoming platformer.

Astro Bot Limited Edition DualSense Announced, Pre-orders Start on August 9

Astro Bot Limited Edition DualSense Announced, Pre-orders Start on August 9

Launching on September 6th alongside the title, the controller retails for $79.99 and stylistically resembles the intrepid hero.

Astro Bot Continues Looking Promising in Extensive New Gameplay Footage

Astro Bot Continues Looking Promising in Extensive New Gameplay Footage

New gameplay from the upcoming platformer has emerged courtesy of the ChinaJoy 2024 event.

Astro Bot Features Secret Passages, Developer “Completely Overhauled” its Engine

Astro Bot Features Secret Passages, Developer “Completely Overhauled” its Engine

Creative director Nicolas Doucet says the platformer "can be a lot prettier, and have a lot more physics and things" than Astro's Playroom.

Astro Bot is 12 to 15 Hours Long, Says Creative Director

Astro Bot is 12 to 15 Hours Long, Says Creative Director

Team Asobi "never said it absolutely has to be 20 to 30 hours" and wants a game "in which the tempo is constant throughout."

Astro Bot Developer Initially Considered an Open World Structure

Astro Bot Developer Initially Considered an Open World Structure

Team Asobi ultimately settled on a level-based structure "because that was the one that gave us the most control over the game's variety."

Astro Bot’s File Size Will be Roughly 66 GB

Astro Bot’s File Size Will be Roughly 66 GB

Team Asobi and Sony have previously touted the upcoming platformer as Astro's biggest adventure to date.

Astro Bot Developer Says Future Instalments Don’t Have to Feature PlayStation Characters

Astro Bot Developer Says Future Instalments Don’t Have to Feature PlayStation Characters

"As long as the core elements and qualities of the game are great, then I think anything is possible," says creative director and studio head Nicolas Doucet.

Astro Bot Creative Director Says “No Secret Meaning” Behind Bloodborne’s Inclusion

Astro Bot Creative Director Says “No Secret Meaning” Behind Bloodborne’s Inclusion

"It's just a celebration of the whole PlayStation history," said Team Asobi head Nicolas Doucet regarding the Yharnam Hunter outfit.

Astro Bot Director Says PS VR2 Support Was “Not a Consideration”

Astro Bot Director Says PS VR2 Support Was “Not a Consideration”

"It was a decision to expand on the world of Astro's Playroom and bring Astro to the big stage," says creative director Nicolas Doucet.

Astro Bot Has 3 Difficulty Levels, Hard Stages Revealed

Astro Bot Has 3 Difficulty Levels, Hard Stages Revealed

Two Hard stages are themed on the iconic PlayStation face buttons and promise to challenge experienced platforming fans.

Astro Bot Will Receive Free DLC “Soon” After Launch

Astro Bot Will Receive Free DLC “Soon” After Launch

Team Asobi studio head Nicolas Doucet says the DLC will encompass new, shorter, and more challenging platforming levels, among other things.

Astro Bot is Priced at $60

Astro Bot is Priced at $60

As opposed to several other first-party PlayStation titles that cost $70, Astro Bot's standard edition will cost $60.

Astro Bot – Standard and Digital Deluxe Editions Detailed

Astro Bot – Standard and Digital Deluxe Editions Detailed

The latter includes early unlocks for Bloodborne and Golden outfits, two Dual Speeder paint colors, the official soundtrack and more.

Astro Bot Has Over 300 Bots to Rescue; No Multiplayer or In-Game Purchases

Astro Bot Has Over 300 Bots to Rescue; No Multiplayer or In-Game Purchases

Like Astro's Playroom, players can gather coins in-game and spend them on the Gatcha Lab, though its contents are unknown.

PS5 Exclusive Astro Bot – 10 New Details

PS5 Exclusive Astro Bot – 10 New Details

Here's everything you should know about Astro's upcoming big adventure.

Astro Bot is a “Really, Really Big Game,” Developer Says

Astro Bot is a “Really, Really Big Game,” Developer Says

"We call it Astro Bot because we treat this as a new beginning," says Nicolas Doucet, who's studio head at Team Asobi.

Astro Bot Features Over 70 New Enemy Types, PlayStation Icons May Play an “Even Bigger Part”

Astro Bot Features Over 70 New Enemy Types, PlayStation Icons May Play an “Even Bigger Part”

Team Asobi's 3D platformer will also have "die-and-retry" levels, providing a more challenging experience for some players.

Astro Bot Has Over 80 Levels, More Than 15 New Abilities

Astro Bot Has Over 80 Levels, More Than 15 New Abilities

The DualSense, including haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, is fully supported. Team Asobi also promises "improved Astro controls."

Astro Bot Announced, Launches for PS5 on September 6

Astro Bot Announced, Launches for PS5 on September 6

True to recent leaks, the fan-favourite IP is getting its first full-fledged console platformer, featuring over 50 "exciting and diverse worlds."

Astro Bot Developer Seemingly Teasing Something Amidst Rumours of Imminent Announcement

Astro Bot Developer Seemingly Teasing Something Amidst Rumours of Imminent Announcement

Recent leaks have claimed that a new Astro Bot game is going to be unveiled soon and released exclusively for PS5 later in the year.

Next Astro Bot to be Announced Within 15 Days – Rumour

Next Astro Bot to be Announced Within 15 Days – Rumour

The game will allegedly be titled simply Astro Bot, and will be available for PlayStation 5, but not for PS VR2.

Silent Hill 2 Remake and Astro Bot Will be Showcased in May, Another Leaker is Seemingly Suggesting

Silent Hill 2 Remake and Astro Bot Will be Showcased in May, Another Leaker is Seemingly Suggesting

A recent leak claimed that the Silent Hill 2 remake would be showcased at a PlayStation-focused event in May.

Sony Has “Some Smaller First-Party Games” Planned for 2024, Including Astro Bot – Rumour

Sony Has “Some Smaller First-Party Games” Planned for 2024, Including Astro Bot – Rumour

The company said earlier this year that it wouldn't be releasing any new instalments in existing major franchises until at least April 2025.

A New Astro Bot Game Might Launch This Year – Rumour

A New Astro Bot Game Might Launch This Year – Rumour

Though Sony has said it won't be releasing any new instalments in major first-party franchises until next year, an Astro Bot game does seem to be on the docket.

Astro Bot Trademarks Filed by Sony in Europe and US

Astro Bot Trademarks Filed by Sony in Europe and US

Astro Bot developer Team Asobi has been working on an unannounced PS5 title since at least 2021.

Astro’s Playroom Developer Team Asobi Staffing Up For Next Game

Astro’s Playroom Developer Team Asobi Staffing Up For Next Game

The Astro's Playroom developer seems to be hiring for a new 3D action game which will feature "creative situations" that players will have to overcome.

Sony is Expanding Astro’s Playroom Developer Team Asobi, Who Is Working on “a Franchise for All Ages”

Sony is Expanding Astro’s Playroom Developer Team Asobi, Who Is Working on “a Franchise for All Ages”

The Astro's Playroom studio is "developing a franchise for all ages with global appeal." Sony also promises to continue investing in Japanese development.

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