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Astro Bot

2024

  • platform
  • adventure
  • action
  • science fiction
  • single player

The story

Buckle up for some epic PlayStation camaraderie, join forces with your favourite PlayStation icons and show the universe that small is mighty in this fresh new Astro adventure, exclusive to PS5 consoles!

What it’s like

Bright, toy-like worlds built from glossy plastic, cardboard and felt, lit with cheerful saturated color and soft ambient glow, with the camera trailing close behind a small white robot as it bounds across floating platforms. The soundtrack is bouncy and orchestral with warm woodwind and brass, and the sound design is full of tactile clicks, chirps and squeaks that reward attention. Its vibe is playful, generous and wholesome, the kind of game that feels like a warm, joyful romp on a lazy afternoon or a relaxed evening on the couch. Pacing is brisk but forgiving, with levels that shift from quick jumps to inventive set pieces and a gentle sense of discovery. The emotional register is sincere and affectionate, following a small hero who gathers a crew of rescued companions and grows in confidence along the way. Violence is minimal and cartoonish, with enemies that are bopped or bounced rather than harmed, and there is no gore, no sexual content and nothing frightening. It suits families, younger players and anyone who wants a generous, low-stress platformer with nostalgic nods to PlayStation history and a big, sincere heart.

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