"We call it Astro Bot because we treat this as a new beginning," says Nicolas Doucet, who's studio head at Team Asobi.
Team Asobi's 3D platformer will also have "die-and-retry" levels, providing a more challenging experience for some players.
The DualSense, including haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, is fully supported. Team Asobi also promises "improved Astro controls."
True to recent leaks, the fan-favourite IP is getting its first full-fledged console platformer, featuring over 50 "exciting and diverse worlds."
Here are 30 potential announcements to look forward to in the coming weeks, from long-awaited remakes and sequels to brand-new titles.
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.
The game will allegedly be titled simply Astro Bot, and will be available for PlayStation 5, but not for PS VR2.
A recent leak claimed that the Silent Hill 2 remake would be showcased at a PlayStation-focused event in May.
The company said earlier this year that it wouldn't be releasing any new instalments in existing major franchises until at least April 2025.
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 developer Team Asobi has been working on an unannounced PS5 title since at least 2021.
A new job listing reveals that Team Asobi is looking for a producer work an external studio on an unannounced mobile game.
Ratchet, Clank, Astro Bot and Sackboy look to infuse a lot of Sony-branded IPs in the fifth season of the hit game. There's also some Disney mixed in with The Jungle Book.
Sony appears to be the king of a burgeoning market segment.
