Astro Bot Rescue Mission

 PlayStation 4
User Score
9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 554 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 500 out of 554
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 554
  3. Negative: 43 out of 554
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. ikaruguy
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    Dans une vie de gamer, on empile les jeux au cours des années. Entre boulimie et passion. Au final, au bout de 30 ans de transpiration collée au pad, il nous reste quoi?:
    Le premier bloc caché dans le Level 1-1 de Super mario Bros,
    le 1er zelda, le 1er contact avec Samus, le 1er quart de tour pour pondre un Hadoken. le 1er tour de piste sur Mute city le 1er départ sur Ridge Racer,    Dans une vie de gamer, on empile les jeux au cours des années. Entre boulimie et passion. Au final, au bout de 30 ans de transpiration collée au pad, il nous reste quoi?:
    Le premier bloc caché dans le Level 1-1 de Super mario Bros,
    le 1er zelda,
    le 1er contact avec Samus,
    le 1er quart de tour pour pondre un Hadoken.
    le 1er tour de piste sur Mute city
    le 1er départ sur Ridge Racer,
    le 1er contact avec la 3D parfaite de Mario 64....
    la 1ere planéte sur Mario Galaxy
    Finalement, à chaque fois, cette impression qu'on paume ses repères, qu'on ouvre une nouvelle porte, parfois un nouveau monde.

    Astrobot Rescue mission c'est tout cela: Claque visuelle et sonore à chaque instant, design classieux, sensation de grandeur et de vertige, et puis dans tout ça, du game, du vrai. De la plateforme, classique mais jamais redondante, un gameplay calibré aux **** oignons qui emprunte à tous et qui dépoussière le genre tout entier.
    Et puis ce sourire sous son casque Vr, ces Wahouuuu de partout, impossible de résister..

    Ce Astrobot est une bulle enchantée, qui se pose là, entre un Mario 64 et un Galaxy.
    Rien que ça.
    Et rien que pour ça, Merci!    … Expand
  2. ifox1009
    Nov 24, 2018
    10
    Great Game and a must have. Reminds me of the good old days with the N64 with a VR twist.
  3. BLAGnobe
    Dec 2, 2018
    10
    I'm pretty sure Miyamoto is a little jealous of this one. Awesome game and easy to play for long sessions in VR. Great job Studio Japan.
  4. Rebarbado
    Dec 4, 2018
    10
    This is it.
    I've been playing games since Zx Spectrum, moved on to PC and jumped on Sony's bandwagon when Playstation arrived. Meanwhile, I did get a Nintendo Wii for my kids - and since everyone was talking about Super Mario Galaxy (1 and 2), I gave it a try. And I was absolutely stunned. Up until now, even if I'm more of a "great graphics" kind of guy, I still regard Super Mario Galaxy    This is it.
    I've been playing games since Zx Spectrum, moved on to PC and jumped on Sony's bandwagon when Playstation arrived. Meanwhile, I did get a Nintendo Wii for my kids - and since everyone was talking about Super Mario Galaxy (1 and 2), I gave it a try. And I was absolutely stunned. Up until now, even if I'm more of a "great graphics" kind of guy, I still regard Super Mario Galaxy 2 as one of the best videogames ever. Move forward 8 years, put on a PSV helmet and launch Astro Bot. Just wow. A game that justifies VR on its own. One of the best games I have ever played. And just like Super Mario Galaxy (where Astro Bot gets a lot of inspiration), it's all about the gameplay. The fun. The joy. Enough for me to create a Metacritic account just to tell you how thrilled I am to experience this gem. Game of the Year, for me.    … Expand
  5. sbgla
    Dec 29, 2018
    10
    Just got PSVR as Xmas gift. Tried a few games. Downloaded the Astro Bot demo to see if I liked it. Around 2 minutes into the demo I knew I was buying the game. An excellent little 3D platformer. The best thing I can say about it is that it has come the closest to making me feel how I felt when I played Mario 64 for the first time around 22 years ago. It is a beautiful game and if you areJust got PSVR as Xmas gift. Tried a few games. Downloaded the Astro Bot demo to see if I liked it. Around 2 minutes into the demo I knew I was buying the game. An excellent little 3D platformer. The best thing I can say about it is that it has come the closest to making me feel how I felt when I played Mario 64 for the first time around 22 years ago. It is a beautiful game and if you are new to VR as I am then I thoroughly recommend it as a first game. Only played the first two worlds so far and loving it. Not too difficult although one or two of the challenges have been tricky. Really hope they have a sequel in the works with more worlds, more collectibles but along the same lines. My favourite PSVR game so far.… Expand
  6. jimmercise
    Jan 15, 2019
    10
    A true gem of VR! I don't care for platformers much, didn't really like SMO on the Switch. I only got this because it came in my bundle and it's my favourite PSVR game for sure.

    The environments and puzzles are very inventive, and the tricky jumping puzzle nature of platformers is kept to a minimum.
  7. ds2000
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    This is an absolute must for anyone with PSVR. If it were a standard none VR game it'd still be fun but getting into Astro's world in VR is a game changer.
    The worlds are unique, finding the little bots can be challenging on some levels and they are so damn cute their cries for help really make you feel the need to go back and get them all.
    It game is absolutely beautiful along with a    This is an absolute must for anyone with PSVR. If it were a standard none VR game it'd still be fun but getting into Astro's world in VR is a game changer.
    The worlds are unique, finding the little bots can be challenging on some levels and they are so damn cute their cries for help really make you feel the need to go back and get them all.
    It game is absolutely beautiful along with a great sound track. Best platformer I've played in 10 years if not longer.    … Expand
  8. pierobianchi
    Feb 27, 2019
    10
    it is the first must play vr games all over the world!!! the resolution is perfect
  9. Nieblaashx
    Apr 22, 2019
    10
    Un juego redondo en todos sus aspectos. Te transporta a tu infancia y te hace sonreír continuamente. Imprescindible.
  10. Siome
    Oct 9, 2020
    10
    Perfect plate-forme game, beautiful, lots of levels and mechanics, perfect game play, lots of secrets. A must play.
  11. Exlee3000
    Sep 23, 2022
    10
    A simply amazing experience in every way. Aa good as any Mario game. I pray they make a PSVR 2 sequel.
  12. Rubes
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece! The best and most fun video game of all time!! Sorry Kyoto, PSVR is the undisputed king of the world of 3d Platformers with this gem; This is another level of gaming and a true system seller (Like Ferris Bueller said "If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up")..An absolute gorgeous, brilliant and progressively challenging experience that will literally takeMasterpiece! The best and most fun video game of all time!! Sorry Kyoto, PSVR is the undisputed king of the world of 3d Platformers with this gem; This is another level of gaming and a true system seller (Like Ferris Bueller said "If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up")..An absolute gorgeous, brilliant and progressively challenging experience that will literally take your breath away (in a good way!) I'm nearing the end of the game and I have never been so sad to see a game end. Luckily these last levels are by far the most amazing in the game and just when you think you've been blown away..Bam! You're blown away again and then world 5-2 comes and you're in awe.I lost sleep last night after 5-2; I was so impressed and couldn't stop thinking about it! Oh and the challenge stages..Pure brilliant hardcore platforming at its absolute finest and most fair! If you die, it's 100% your fault. A truly fun experience of epic proportions and wonderful game and I thank Sony's Japan Studio for giving this to the world! Oh, and the music is amazing too..I mean really amazing! Whole game is a masterpiece of design! I cannot stress how fine of a game this is! A++ 10/10… Expand
  13. daywalkr
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    Best PSVR Game yet! I was never so much into Jump 'n' Runs, but after I played this the first time (tried it just because of the high ratings) I was completely blown away. This game is so much fun. It simply puts a smile on your face while playing it. A must have! Not only for VR enthusiasts, but for everyone who likes likes Jump'n'Runs
  14. Enzo2003s
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    Love it very well taught out. Graphic utilize fill resolution which looks sharp. All the controller and vr hardware is used to the fullest!
  15. CzechTea
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    A review from Nintendo guy!

    +
    Soundtrack (Good job Kenneth!)
    Gameplay
    Bossfights
    Visuals
    Amazing Animation
    Levels are unique and fun!
    -
    Challenges can be pretty hard.

    This is basically Super Mario 64 but in VR, Good job Sony.
  16. Fernando1287
    Jun 9, 2020
    10
    Real imersive game, 3rd person good done!! Love Music, and the feling of been in stages
  17. julioasert20
    Jul 4, 2020
    10
    Simplemente maravilloso,una aventura tierna,bueno y buena,los niveles son geniales,los gráficos son excelentes,una jugabilidad simple pero muy buena,los lentes de realidad virtual son geniales para la jugabilidad y que hablar del soundtrack,es mágico,una aventura corta pero muy bue a y divertida
  18. SunPraisinMan
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Was honestly expecting a mario galaxy knockoff or something going in initally, but after finishing it, I can fully say this game is amazing and takes advantage of the psvr hardware so well. So many specific vr features mixed with smooth gameplay, a banger ost and I can always have a good time playing this game
  19. Not_Ur_Momz
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    One of the best Virtual Reality games I have ever played! The mechanics and graphics are great!
  20. Shenandoah
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    When RE7 is too scary for you to play in VR than this should your favorite choice. Astro Bot is one the best VR game which was ever made. It is just a pleasure to play this game, that you will smile along the whole game from start to end. The best part in this game is how the creators has used the VR capabilities. Nice demonstration that Sony as the creator of this game are masters of itsWhen RE7 is too scary for you to play in VR than this should your favorite choice. Astro Bot is one the best VR game which was ever made. It is just a pleasure to play this game, that you will smile along the whole game from start to end. The best part in this game is how the creators has used the VR capabilities. Nice demonstration that Sony as the creator of this game are masters of its own hardware.… Expand
  21. SolidCroft
    Aug 9, 2020
    10
    Don't hesitate, just buy it. It's an absolute masterpiece and the best game on all of the PS4 including non be titles.
  22. Leocolt
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Amazing 3D platformer not just for PSVR but as a whole. Great controls, level design, cute graphics, fun boss fights, and also a magnificent VR integration. It hits all marks.
  23. macrota
    Dec 9, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра на ps vr! Обязательна к покупке!
  24. Dalydavies
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    A testament to capability of PSVR and the game designers. This is not just an amazing, immersive and fun VR game - it’s simply a brilliant PS4 game regardless.
  25. Primebear
    Apr 11, 2021
    10
    Astro Bots know how to operate controllers. When I play, I am first surprised by the cute artwork and then I am surprised by the level design using the controller.
  26. ManFromKosovo
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    Astro Bot Rescue Mission has a beutiful world with detaled characters and fun gameplay must have for psvr
  27. B00tador
    Dec 5, 2021
    10
    The best 3D platformer I've played. VR really does add to the experience and make the game the classic it should be remembered as. Worth the price of PSVR alone.
  28. NiceCritic
    Nov 29, 2021
    10
    This game is so fun to play. The soundtrack is really good. The cute robots make me really happy and finding all the things in the world of Astro Bot is really fun. It is easy though, so if you want a challenge this game won't offer one that much. It can be hard for me sometimes though. This game is so good and I recommend it to everyone who can play it. All the ways you are affected byThis game is so fun to play. The soundtrack is really good. The cute robots make me really happy and finding all the things in the world of Astro Bot is really fun. It is easy though, so if you want a challenge this game won't offer one that much. It can be hard for me sometimes though. This game is so good and I recommend it to everyone who can play it. All the ways you are affected by the world like water on your face and your screen appearing to be cracked when you, the player, get hit by something is really cool. After four levels of every world there is a boss. I always look forward to the bosses while finding all the things in the world. I did get stuck in a wall once, but it's okay.… Expand
  29. TeOne
    Nov 24, 2022
    10
    Semplicemente perfetto... Ho provato le stesse sensazioni di stupore, meraviglia e divertimento, di quando giocai per la prima volta a Mario 64... IMPERDIBILE
  30. Robin-kunYT
    Apr 10, 2023
    10
    Awesome platformer for PSVR maybe The best Platformer on VR. Got this game free with my PSVR Mega Bundle and i played it right away. It was my first PSVR game and it was AMAZING. I am not the biggest fan of platformers but I really enjoyed Astro Bot.
  31. arturo2022
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Fantastic video game! Super fun as exciting and, above all, fascinating.
    Kudos to the developers for hunting this pearl in an increasingly barren market. Well done!
  32. risbac
    Mar 1, 2023
    10
    I rarely put a 10, especially to a VR game. But despite the average sharpness on the PSVR1, this game shows that VR can be terrific even for plateforms, and that gameplay & level design quality is much more important than the resolution of the display or the quality of the lenses on the VR headset. Terrific game, easily one of the best VR game ever.
  33. Ryan_dallas
    May 8, 2023
    10
    Had an awesome time with this game. This game also has 0 motion sickness for me personally. I loved it!
  34. drlowdon
    May 22, 2020
    9
    Astro Bot: Rescue Mission is a 3D platform game in which the player takes control of a small robot known as Astro Bot, the aim being to rescue Astro’s crew scattered around each level. Using the duel shock the player is able to control Astro as you would with any game in the genre, the way the game utilises VR however is simply brilliant...

    Despite being a launch title for PSVR this    Astro Bot: Rescue Mission is a 3D platform game in which the player takes control of a small robot known as Astro Bot, the aim being to rescue Astro’s crew scattered around each level. Using the duel shock the player is able to control Astro as you would with any game in the genre, the way the game utilises VR however is simply brilliant...

    Despite being a launch title for PSVR this game that remains the single biggest reason to purchase the headset. I could count on one hand the number of times I’ve been truly surprised by a game in the last decade, but this is an experience like no other and every level and little detail had me smiling from ear to ear. Playing Astro Bot was the first time I could actually see a future where virtual reality becomes an important part of gaming!    … Expand
  35. Wander22
    Feb 17, 2019
    9
    Gameplay/Mechanics: 9
    Sound/Music: 9
    Graphics/Art: 9
    Story/Atmosphere: 9
    OVERALL: 9/10
  36. ErikGamer
    Oct 3, 2018
    9
    a top platform game in VR, using VR immersion to very good effect to help with exploration and interaction. 3rd person games are not what I expect from VR - I want to be the hero, not the cameraman to the hero. So, 1 point taken from an otherwise truly excellent game of pure unabashed platforming joy.

    may it help bring the light to many poor flatgamer souls...
  37. VRPolska
    Nov 14, 2018
    9
    The story in this game is practically non-existent. Maybe there is a short interlude at the beginning, but as befits most of the platformers, this is just an excuse, which is not particularly important in this case. The game shines for this in terms of binding. Maybe the backgrounds of most levels are practically one color, but the levels themselves have a lot of details, are stylisticallyThe story in this game is practically non-existent. Maybe there is a short interlude at the beginning, but as befits most of the platformers, this is just an excuse, which is not particularly important in this case. The game shines for this in terms of binding. Maybe the backgrounds of most levels are practically one color, but the levels themselves have a lot of details, are stylistically and coloristically different, and the animations of both robots and enemies are at the highest level. Because fighting with huge bosses makes an impression as big as the bosses themselves, because in comparison to our protagonist, they are really great. It is a pity that music, despite the fact that it fits quite well, repeats in many levels. Astro Bot is the forerunner of Sony goggles. With its pampered presentation, the honey gameplay, or enough for about 8h campaign (and you can even extend it by doing much more difficult challenges), Astro Bot can not be omitted by any PSVR holder, if you are not allergic to platformers.

    Benefits

    Binding
    Ingenuity
    Gadgets
    Length (about 8 hours)
    Fighting with bosses

    Disadvantages

    Losing DualShock tracking
    Limited use of gadgets
    No plot

    Full reviev https://vrpolska.eu/gry-vr/astro-bot-rescue-mission-recenzja/    … Expand
  38. BillLikesVR
    Dec 14, 2018
    9
    An absolute joy to play. I went in skeptical, as I don't think 3rd-person VR often works well, but I was all smiles all the way though. Polished to a mirror sheen, with some delightful little details. Perhaps a bit easy for older players, but great fun.
  39. JoeBJobbles
    Jan 3, 2019
    9
    The most feel good VR game out there. I played the one that came with PSVR worlds and I wanted more, I'm so happy this game came around. Reading at the two 0 ratings... like what? How? How did you rate 0? Looking at their comments, literally they have 1 point as to why it's bad. The game is amazing, this, Firewall and Beat Sabre made my PSVR worthwhile. Would recommend. 9/10 missing oneThe most feel good VR game out there. I played the one that came with PSVR worlds and I wanted more, I'm so happy this game came around. Reading at the two 0 ratings... like what? How? How did you rate 0? Looking at their comments, literally they have 1 point as to why it's bad. The game is amazing, this, Firewall and Beat Sabre made my PSVR worthwhile. Would recommend. 9/10 missing one because it could be longer.… Expand
  40. juakola
    Jan 18, 2019
    9
    A true masterpiece, Astro Bot is the new definition for 3D platformers. It works surprisingly well with VR. Good for all ages.

    The only con is the shortness. Therefore 9/10, with more content it would be 10/10.
  41. coorhys
    Jul 12, 2019
    9
    Astro Bot is as close as you'll get to a perfect representation of what can be done in VR currently.

    It's one of the most fun games I can remember playing, and gave plenty of awe-inspiring moments by making perfect use of the new perspective, whether it is the sheer size of boss enemies feeling like they are towering over you, taking a moment to enjoy the spectacular surroundings,    Astro Bot is as close as you'll get to a perfect representation of what can be done in VR currently.

    It's one of the most fun games I can remember playing, and gave plenty of awe-inspiring moments by making perfect use of the new perspective, whether it is the sheer size of boss enemies feeling like they are towering over you, taking a moment to enjoy the spectacular surroundings, physically using your head to attack enemies or break obstacles, or moving yourself to peer around corners or stand up to look over walls and realising you can find hidden areas this way.

    It can be fluid and almost rhythmic in its' gameplay at times, as you control Astro over platforms and around enemies, while ducking and weaving around obstacles yourself, and it can be quite challenging late in the game. Forgiving checkpoints help with this however and ensure you don't get too frustrated with having to repeat lengthy sections of a difficult stage.

    If you own a PSVR you definitely need to get this game. It's one of those games you will want to show your friends to convince them of the wonders of VR gaming.    … Expand
  42. Leeen
    Sep 16, 2019
    9
    Brilliant game!
    The platforming is fun, creative and tight.
    The graphics are clean and crisp! Surprisingly good for what I have come to expect from VR games in general and the performance (framerate) seems like pure perfection in my eyes. I played this on a PS4Pro though so that might be different on the standard, although I heard that it is only the resolution that is lowered. Only    Brilliant game!
    The platforming is fun, creative and tight.
    The graphics are clean and crisp! Surprisingly good for what I have come to expect from VR games in general and the performance (framerate) seems like pure perfection in my eyes.
    I played this on a PS4Pro though so that might be different on the standard, although I heard that it is only the resolution that is lowered.

    Only "complaints" (small ones) would be that the controller tracking isn't perfect but it is still good enough so that it isn't a big issue in the slightest and generally, the controller tracking isn't the most used feature in the game. You mostly just use the traditional buttons on your DS4.
    Another one is that the scope/ambition of the game isn't that big and the price tag reflects that. For the price, you get more than enough. But as an overall game i would love something with greater ambition.    … Expand
  43. legrandkba
    Oct 21, 2019
    9
    Clearly a must have
    It's fun, nice, beautiful and original Even if you are not a big fan of plateforme you gonna love
    My favourite game on ps vr
  44. Slywowzer
    Jan 2, 2020
    9
    This game is just a blast and as others have stated the level design is outstanding. The devs really did a great job on this one...as a 36 year old man who bought this with my kids in mind, I played the crap outta it myself. Well worth a buy, a must have vr title imo
  45. PMS_Jordan
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    Fun for the whole family. Astro Bots: Rescue Mission is my favorite VR platformer and using the VR mechanics in interesting and fun ways. :D
  46. Szntax
    May 23, 2021
    9
    When I heard that this should be the best VR Game out there I was pretty sceptic. I am not so much into Jump and run and I dont play games that are aimed for a very young audience. But little did I know that Astrobot was so great and superior to all the things I have seen so far that it was super addictive right from the start. It is surprising how important it is to see it with your ownWhen I heard that this should be the best VR Game out there I was pretty sceptic. I am not so much into Jump and run and I dont play games that are aimed for a very young audience. But little did I know that Astrobot was so great and superior to all the things I have seen so far that it was super addictive right from the start. It is surprising how important it is to see it with your own eyes especially when it comes to VR, a 2D Demo on the TV wont give you the slightest idea on how this plays in real life.… Expand
  47. Marko24778
    Jan 29, 2021
    9
    A well crafted VR game that leaves nothing at the door. It is a fun platformer that has been brought into VR. The best way to describe this game is if Mario got a VR game made by Sony. Definitely something to play if you are new to VR. Whilst the controller can be unresponsive at times the rest of the game works extremely well in a fun solo adventure.
  48. AlexeyLilicenko
    Aug 12, 2020
    9
    Best game for VR. Funny, shows different VR possibilities. Funny to watch how friends playing it, too.
  49. FRIST_008
    Jan 2, 2022
    9
    Это явно один из лучших платформеров, который не связан с популярными франшизами, которые я играл, А VR придаёт ему уникальности и непередаваемого погружения!
  50. FreedomFighters
    Jan 28, 2020
    8
    I thought I’d be done looking at VR games for a while, but alas, here we are. After completing games like “SUPERHOT VR” and “Blood & Truth,” I expected that my VR time would merely be spent clocking hours in “Beat Saber” and “MLB Home Run Derby VR” (the latter’s actually rather fun, I might say) until Sony decided to bombshell us with some larger VR announcements. That said, my brotherI thought I’d be done looking at VR games for a while, but alas, here we are. After completing games like “SUPERHOT VR” and “Blood & Truth,” I expected that my VR time would merely be spent clocking hours in “Beat Saber” and “MLB Home Run Derby VR” (the latter’s actually rather fun, I might say) until Sony decided to bombshell us with some larger VR announcements. That said, my brother decided to buy a copy of “Astro Bot: Rescue Mission” after trying out “THE PLAYROOM VR” (a free, glorified tech demo for the game) and he very highly recommended that I give it a whirl. I tried one level in it, but was immersed so much in it that it became a title I absolutely needed to play through. And now that I’ve beaten it, I can say it’s definitely a pretty great VR adventure.
    “Astro Bot: Rescue Mission” advertises itself as a 3D mascot platformer with a VR spin to it, and I can certainly say it looks the part. The visuals are colorful and very sharp (even though the VR can often downgrade those a good bit), the sound design is very strong, with clever sound effects and catchy music, and the game plays as well as your standard 3D platformer would play. What gives the game an edge over said standard 3D platformers, though, is how well it integrates the VR into its play. I worried about how necessary the VR would be to a 3D platformer, especially one that used a regular control, but I can assure you that “Astro Bot: Rescue Mission” feels like it couldn’t have been done without the VR. Having the VR serve as your in-game camera provides a fantastic new twist on the 3D platformer, and the way that the VR plays with things like depth perception is so fantastic and clever (it also doesn’t hurt that there are a ton of “wow factor” moments coming from things like having your head under water, birds randomly flying by you, etc.). And fortunately, while you will be moving around a bit, the movement is minimal enough that this won’t make you as dizzy as, say, “Blood & Truth” will (it also helps that “Astro Bot: Rescue Mission” is easier to play when sitting down, too). There were several points while playing where I felt like “Astro Bot: Rescue Mission” could be to the VR what games like “Super Mario Bros.” was to the platformer genre, and what “Super Mario 64” was to 3D gaming.
    For much of the early game, I had a feeling this could’ve been my first 10/10 rating for a PSVR game, and I felt all ready to crown the game as the best title available on VR. However, I started to find a few problems with the game. To be completely honest, I felt the game honestly could’ve been a bit shorter. I know that might seem bizarre, given that some VR games need to be short so that you don’t make yourself sick wearing the headset, but in the case of “Astro Bot: Rescue Mission,” while the game starts excellently, around the last few worlds, the game sort of crawls its way to the finish. By the end of World 3, the game seemed to have exhausted a good deal of those “wow” moments I mentioned earlier, to the point where the last few worlds just feel a bit lackluster by comparison. Not only that, but by that point, you do start to notice that the level design gets a bit repetitive, and while the levels are beautifully-crafted, they start to feel too same-y by that point.
    Even so, while the last few worlds do take away from the game a tiny bit, “Astro Bot: Rescue Mission” is still a pretty great VR title. It might not be my personal favorite game on the VR (“Beat Saber” and “SUPERHOT VR” are still a good deal ahead of it), but the game definitely expands wonderfully on a tried-and-true formula, providing a game that serves as a pleasant introduction to VR for younger audiences, while a charming and clever enough one for older audiences. As one of the leading exclusive titles for the PlayStation VR, I can see this being a system-seller, and it’s a definitely a game to try if you own Sony’s virtual reality headset.
    Final rating: 8 out of 10 “Great”    … Expand
  51. videogamefan64
    Jan 1, 2021
    8
    Charming is the word that best describes astro bot. When I saw the design for the first time it looked extremely generic but they managed to convey a lovability personality through this design. The game is a linear 3d platformer in vr and it nails what all 3d platformers must nail control. Astrobot handles like a dream as he jumps hovers and punches enemies. At times your controller isCharming is the word that best describes astro bot. When I saw the design for the first time it looked extremely generic but they managed to convey a lovability personality through this design. The game is a linear 3d platformer in vr and it nails what all 3d platformers must nail control. Astrobot handles like a dream as he jumps hovers and punches enemies. At times your controller is given abilities like spraying water and ninja stars, which reminds me a bit of nintendo land and other early wiiu games. These give the game the variation it needs to keep from going stale. The levels are fun and varied with level themes changing level making no level look or feel the samw as the last. The soundtrack while not having many tracks is realy enjoyable listen to adn you don't get sick of any of the tracks even if you hear them every couple levels. The game also has fun bosses that while being quite easy are a lot of fun to take down. For the completionists there are 8 bots and a chameleon to find in each level. The chameleons unlock challenge levels that will moderately test you but platformer veterans will have no issue. The use of VR in a 3D platformer is inspired and the developers ring most of the potential out of the concept with having you look around corners and from a birds eye view. It's the game I have played VR and is a must play for PSVR owners.… Expand
  52. hikoLai
    Oct 2, 2018
    8
    One of the best VR game, which is not just sitting in a vehicle of standing in room. Gameplay looks like a new Mario franchise but more than Mario.
  53. GabFire
    Aug 10, 2020
    8
    Gostei do jogo, não achei nada épico como alguns jornalistas disseram, mas realmente tem potencial esse personagem, quero muito ver o Astro's Playroom do PS5.
  54. PrincessRescuer
    Feb 19, 2021
    7
    Astro Bot Rescue Mission is an amalgamation of recent Nintendo platform games, such as Super Mario 3D World, Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze, and Splatoon. Problem is, those games weren't great, they were just average. This rendition is greatly improved by a clever second-person view that I would love to see more of in video games. Problem is, while taking ideas away from Splatoon,Astro Bot Rescue Mission is an amalgamation of recent Nintendo platform games, such as Super Mario 3D World, Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze, and Splatoon. Problem is, those games weren't great, they were just average. This rendition is greatly improved by a clever second-person view that I would love to see more of in video games. Problem is, while taking ideas away from Splatoon, they could have taken the lives system (maximum of 3, restores every checkpoint). Problem is, this game is just good. It's not GREAT. It's not enough to justify the prices of PSVR on top of what a PS4 or PS5 costs. And make sure it's at least a PS4 Pro, because this is a very advanced game that might crash on something earlier.

    Overall, this will be a fun game when many more people experience it for the first time in 2025 when it runs smoothly enough and prices of the hardware are low enough.    … Expand
  55. tshrimp
    Mar 21, 2021
    5
    Deleted. Was on the wrong page when I wrote the review. My apologies. Enjoy your gaming.
  56. Nowakowski
    Nov 2, 2018
    0
    This game does nothing new. If you like quirky characters you might like this ever but it's so fast you miss the action and fun of the fight .
  57. Johndyce
    Oct 2, 2018
    0
    The gameplay is very short - around 5 or 6 hours which is a terrible value. This game does nothing new, I don't even understand third person VR and how it brings anything new to the table. If you like quirky characters you might like this. Otherwise I'll be playing Firewall Zero Hour
  58. DarthVictor28
    Jul 23, 2020
    0
    Didn't think that a platform for vr was possible. But this is a great integration of the genre with virtual reality. The character is super cute, level design is super mario level or better, soundtrack brings happiness in every play session. Every level is unique and different and concepts are almost never reused. Bossfights are quite simple but really entertaining. It' s a must buy forDidn't think that a platform for vr was possible. But this is a great integration of the genre with virtual reality. The character is super cute, level design is super mario level or better, soundtrack brings happiness in every play session. Every level is unique and different and concepts are almost never reused. Bossfights are quite simple but really entertaining. It' s a must buy for every psvr possessor… Expand
  59. CasualAndExtrem
    Nov 9, 2021
    0
    Not the worst.Not the best VR game. I don't know if those people are really actual reviewers or companies accounts bots to make the game a 10 out of 10 and make buyers to buy this game. The game actually gives you the full potential of controller. Beside that there is nothing new. Its not superb game and of course its not similar to NES mario as some people write (i guess they never playNot the worst.Not the best VR game. I don't know if those people are really actual reviewers or companies accounts bots to make the game a 10 out of 10 and make buyers to buy this game. The game actually gives you the full potential of controller. Beside that there is nothing new. Its not superb game and of course its not similar to NES mario as some people write (i guess they never play Astrobot and Mario). Imagine any 3D platformer in VR. Exactly the same as Astrobot it would be. I giving 0 because this score is unfair and make consumers to buy a game without really gives anything. If you want a good VR experience try Resident Evil 7 and not Astrobot.… Expand
next
Page:

Awards & Rankings

7
#7 Best PS4 Game of 2018
25
#25 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2018
7
#7 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2018

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 51 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 51
  3. Negative: 0 out of 51
  1. CD-Action
    Nov 14, 2019
    85
    Sony’s in-house studio brought us a really well made platformer. It is also the second (after Moss) mandatory buy for every owner of PS VR. [13/2018, p.79]
  2. GamePro Germany
    Feb 3, 2019
    88
    Creative, VR-exclusive gameplay ideas embedded in a sugar-sweet world with pleasant mini-robots. A feast for platformer fans.
    Read full review
  3. Screen Rant
    Dec 20, 2018
    90
    The first board meeting held for Astro Bot Rescue Mission could have featured a single word written in all caps on a whiteboard: CHARM. It oozes through the game’s pores, but never feels like a cheap or thoughtless cash-grab; this isn’t another me-too half-baked mascot platformer fast-tracked out the door.
    Read full review
See all critic reviews »