Astro Bot Rescue Mission

 PlayStation 4
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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
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  1. alienux
    Oct 12, 2018
    10
    I've had my PSVR for a little over 8 months now, and I've had some great experience, some not so great experiences, and a lot of pretty good experiences. And along came Astro Bot.

    It's been years since I've really been interested in cutesy platforming games. I have nothing against them, they just haven't really been my type of game since more realistic games have come about due to    I've had my PSVR for a little over 8 months now, and I've had some great experience, some not so great experiences, and a lot of pretty good experiences. And along came Astro Bot.

    It's been years since I've really been interested in cutesy platforming games. I have nothing against them, they just haven't really been my type of game since more realistic games have come about due to improved graphics. The last time I probably really looked forward to a platformer was during the Sega Saturn days with Sonic the Hedgehog.

    But something about the trailers for Astro Bot caught my attention. The trailers showed a game that looks like it was creating new ways to game by using VR. So I bought Astro Bot.

    I can honestly say that not only did the game live up to the trailers, it has surpassed them. Astro Bot creates worlds that allow you to do things that flat gaming simply can't do. The way you interact with the environment simply isn't possible without the use of VR, and the team that created Astro Bot has done some extremely creative things, surpassing some of the great things that have already been done in VR by other games.

    And the love and attention that went into making this game really shines. Astro Bot is a very, very polished game, with superb visuals and gameplay. This is a VR game that should not be missed.    … Expand
  2. Paulo-Lameiras
    Oct 11, 2018
    10
    Astro Bot is special.

    When i see people saying stuff like 'modern games are not innovative', the first thing that comes to my mind is 'you have been playing the wrong games'. Thanks to indies and VR, we have had a level of experimentation in gaming we haven't seen in decades. Back to Astro Bot, this game is simply brilliant. I can only compare my experience with this game to how i    Astro Bot is special.

    When i see people saying stuff like 'modern games are not innovative', the first thing that comes to my mind is 'you have been playing the wrong games'. Thanks to indies and VR, we have had a level of experimentation in gaming we haven't seen in decades.

    Back to Astro Bot, this game is simply brilliant. I can only compare my experience with this game to how i felt when i first played Mario 64. It's so fun and unique, that i find myself playing whole levels with a smile in my face!

    VR does add most of the magic, but even without it, Astro Bot would be a good game. The visual direction is beautiful, the gameplay is simply perfect and adds tons of new unique ideas. The best part is that both, new and old mechanics, work equally well, and with a surprisingly high level of polish. They also implemented mechanics from older games, but they don't seem forced. The whole gameplay formula reminds of 3D Mario games (but with its own identity), and there are subtle 'easter eggs' everywhere...like the formation of the levels, reminiscent from Kid Chameleon.

    The soundtrack is also fantastic. Every single song is memorable.

    The only negative aspect i see is the lack of a harder mode. Once we finish the campaign, it would be cool to have the option to play a more challenging version of each level (no checkpoints, faster moving platforms, tougher enemies, etc.).

    I just hope this game sells as much as it deserves, because after Astro Bot, a sequel would be a day one to me.    … Expand
  3. howserboutdat
    Oct 10, 2018
    10
    Joy, Joy, Joy! From the moment it loads, Astrobot had me smiling from ear to ear and gazing around in wonderment and it just keeps giving. Each time you settle into a play mechanic or theme, it throws something new and unexpected into the mix that keeps the buzz going.
    Full of its own unique charm, surprises literally around every corner, an ear worm of a soundtrack, and tight platformer    Joy, Joy, Joy! From the moment it loads, Astrobot had me smiling from ear to ear and gazing around in wonderment and it just keeps giving. Each time you settle into a play mechanic or theme, it throws something new and unexpected into the mix that keeps the buzz going.
    Full of its own unique charm, surprises literally around every corner, an ear worm of a soundtrack, and tight platformer controls, all making for an unforgettable gameplay experience and one of the best I've had in a long time period, let alone in VR. These sorts of experiences don't come along too often but when cutting edge hardware and creative design come together to make something special like this, it is a classic in its own time and for sure will be fondly remembered along with the greats.    … Expand
  4. bitspacemike
    Oct 10, 2018
    10
    Its a strange feeling you get when you know your not just playing a game but one of 'the' games of a generation, and that is definitely what Astro Bot brings. From the amazingly well designed levels to the cute interactions you have with the main character Astro Bot, its all so extremely well polished and just real good fun, light-hearted and enjoyable. This is one of my favourite gamesIts a strange feeling you get when you know your not just playing a game but one of 'the' games of a generation, and that is definitely what Astro Bot brings. From the amazingly well designed levels to the cute interactions you have with the main character Astro Bot, its all so extremely well polished and just real good fun, light-hearted and enjoyable. This is one of my favourite games ever (VR and non-VR) and i would highly recommend it to everyone.… Expand
  5. Bitek
    Oct 9, 2018
    10
    This game was not on my radar but i decided to buy it after reading many positive reviews online. I am glad i did pull the trigger because reviews are correct and this is exceptional platformer in VR. Everything about this game is exceptional. Level design , cute characters, lovely music, beautiful, sharp graphics on PS4Pro. Game is a great value with many hours of none stop fun. This isThis game was not on my radar but i decided to buy it after reading many positive reviews online. I am glad i did pull the trigger because reviews are correct and this is exceptional platformer in VR. Everything about this game is exceptional. Level design , cute characters, lovely music, beautiful, sharp graphics on PS4Pro. Game is a great value with many hours of none stop fun. This is a must have for PSVR owner and great excuse to pickup PSVR bundle and jump on the wagon of future of gaming. You will not be disappointed.… Expand
  6. DealyBoy
    Oct 7, 2018
    10
    I've had the PSVR headset since it released back in 2016 and have tried most of the VR games, never had as much fun with a VR game as Astro Bot. It's Amazing what they've accomplished with this game, it takes full advantage of the PSVR and delivers an incredible experience, it's definitely a must buy for any PSVR owner!
  7. Tony1979
    Oct 7, 2018
    10
    Where did John get his ridiculous score of 0 from? This game is beautiful and an absolute joy to play. Ignore John - this is a must buy game!
  8. MrTangerineMan
    Oct 7, 2018
    10
    This game is a solid 9 out of 10 but this score should cancel out the frankly ridiculous zero score someone left. The graphics are top notch, probably the best yet on PSVR if not any VR game. Definitely a milestone in VR gaming, my only criticisms would be that the levels are a bit too linear and overall the game is a bit too easy.
  9. vermeer82
    Oct 6, 2018
    10
    22 years ago Super Mario 64 was released and changed gaming forever. 2018 should IMHO have been the year of Super Mario VR, but Nintendo failed the VR watershed, too bad! Astro Bot Rescue Mission is by far the best PSVR game and VR game in general (I own both Vive and PSVR). Until now my favorite VR experiences were Windlands and Vivecraft. ABRM is what Super Mario VR should have been. A22 years ago Super Mario 64 was released and changed gaming forever. 2018 should IMHO have been the year of Super Mario VR, but Nintendo failed the VR watershed, too bad! Astro Bot Rescue Mission is by far the best PSVR game and VR game in general (I own both Vive and PSVR). Until now my favorite VR experiences were Windlands and Vivecraft. ABRM is what Super Mario VR should have been. A new standard which will change gaming forever. Can't wait for ABRM 2!! John you are a troll!… Expand
  10. Liverpoolgamer
    Oct 6, 2018
    10
    Absolutely incredible. Makes me feel 30 years younger!! This is the best £25 ive ever spent. This will put a great big smile on your face, i sure hope its poularity leads to added levels in the future. I WANT MORE !!! Well more until red dead 2 releases at least!
  11. Parag0N
    Oct 6, 2018
    10
    This is the game to prove VR is the next step in entertainment. There was that feeling you had when you played the original Mario and super Mario 64. The same feeling of “something new” is here. If you are waiting for vr to take off this and firewall are enough to jump in.
  12. BassGuru82
    Oct 6, 2018
    10
    By far the most fun I've had playing any video game this year. Games like God of War and Spider-Man were excellent but they felt a little like playing great looking versions of last gen games. Astro Bot makes you feel like you are playing a video game from the future and it honestly made me feel like a kid again. The graphics and sense of scale are incredible. The controls are perfect. TheBy far the most fun I've had playing any video game this year. Games like God of War and Spider-Man were excellent but they felt a little like playing great looking versions of last gen games. Astro Bot makes you feel like you are playing a video game from the future and it honestly made me feel like a kid again. The graphics and sense of scale are incredible. The controls are perfect. The main levels are brilliant, the challenges are fun, and the boss fights are epic. There is a ton of content for a $39.99 game. This is easily my favorite game of the year. A must buy game for any PSVR owner and one of the 10 best games I've played this generation.… Expand
  13. JonnyMenthol
    Oct 6, 2018
    10
    Absolutely superb in every way and showcases how VR can elevate a stale genre. Highly polished and the 40 euro is a bargain, I would have paid 60 for this easy. It's a must play.
  14. WelshSossy
    Oct 6, 2018
    10
    An incredibly fun game to play, such clever use of VR in a 3D platformer takes the genre to another level. I'm not a huge fan of platformers but this game is pure magic. So many moments that had my grinning, laughing and singing along. Each level gets better and better and the boss battles are great. We implored Sony to make a full game of the Robot Rescue level from Playroom VR and theyAn incredibly fun game to play, such clever use of VR in a 3D platformer takes the genre to another level. I'm not a huge fan of platformers but this game is pure magic. So many moments that had my grinning, laughing and singing along. Each level gets better and better and the boss battles are great. We implored Sony to make a full game of the Robot Rescue level from Playroom VR and they delivered a trully remarkable game.

    Finished the main game in about 10 hours (i don't rush through games) and now going back to collect the remaining bots and chameolions I missed.

    All the levels are great but if I had to pick a favourite it would be 'Bots and Goblins'.

    Already looking forward to Astro Bot 2. Surely Sony will keep this new VR IP going.    … Expand
  15. Cylent2020
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    One of the most polished and visually stunning PSVR games to be released. An absolute joy to play and highly recommended for young and old. A must have game if you own PlayStation VR.
  16. Osaka_Doc
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    Whimsy, delight, and charm combined with tight platforming controls + VR = an essential for any fan of games. Polished, well designed, brilliantly executed chunk of gaming goodness. Don't hesitate on this one, it is not to be missed.
  17. Kacperkula
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    If there is any Virtual Reality game that deserves 10 out of 10 rating than there it is.
    Sony found their own Mario.
  18. crazymurdock
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! It plays like a Nintendo Platformer in VR. What more could you ask for. It has you leaning around corners to see platforms. Standing up to see over ledges. It is just pure adorable fun. Also with the bright blue skies, palm trees and beaches, it is the perfect game to be playing as we go into October, with darker evenings and winter approaching. I can't recommendOMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! It plays like a Nintendo Platformer in VR. What more could you ask for. It has you leaning around corners to see platforms. Standing up to see over ledges. It is just pure adorable fun. Also with the bright blue skies, palm trees and beaches, it is the perfect game to be playing as we go into October, with darker evenings and winter approaching. I can't recommend this game enough. I will find every last robot in every level!… Expand
  19. mitcher78
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    One of the best platform games not only in virtual reality, but in the whole generation. If you complete some of the challenges as you unlock them, the game can last about 10 hours. If you pretend to complete it at 100% (and you will want to do so), raise this amount about 5 more hours. In all that time, you will enjoy as a kid. A must have.
  20. Agarwel
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    Best PSVR game so far.
    - Great fun gameplay (it is pure joy to explore)
    - Clean and beautifull graphics - Fun boss fights - Interactive enviromnent (grass, etc,...) - Solid lenght and replayability (you will replay jsut because it is fun) - Clever and inovative use of VR - No notion sickness Im not aware of any other VR game that excels in all these areas. Yes, there are other    Best PSVR game so far.
    - Great fun gameplay (it is pure joy to explore)
    - Clean and beautifull graphics
    - Fun boss fights
    - Interactive enviromnent (grass, etc,...)
    - Solid lenght and replayability (you will replay jsut because it is fun)
    - Clever and inovative use of VR
    - No notion sickness

    Im not aware of any other VR game that excels in all these areas. Yes, there are other good VR games, but they are short. Or long games, but these are ugly with low resolution. Or they are long and looks good, but have akward controls and give motion sickness, etc. Astro Bot is the first AAA VR game, that get whole VR right in all areas and for this erasons feels liek the first propper VR game and not just tech demo or port of a TV game.

    It has been said alraedy, but Astro Bot feels like a completelly new game experience. And for this reasons it is such a blast. It is not such because you are playing awesome game. But you are experiencing and exploring someting new that you never seen and experienced before. That is something that for example RDR2 can not offer (it will be awesome game, but it will play in a way you are very familiar with).    … Expand
  21. Lttrev
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    AstroBot from the VR Playroom got his own game. I just got my PSVR about 2 weeks ago and played the Robot Rescue mission game and loved it. Come to find out this little gem was on its way. Im glad i didn't have to wait around for 2 years! Came on the train at the right time! Now as for the game- It's great! WOW FACTOR IS THERE CONSTANTLY. I thought the comparisons of "this gens Mario 64AstroBot from the VR Playroom got his own game. I just got my PSVR about 2 weeks ago and played the Robot Rescue mission game and loved it. Come to find out this little gem was on its way. Im glad i didn't have to wait around for 2 years! Came on the train at the right time! Now as for the game- It's great! WOW FACTOR IS THERE CONSTANTLY. I thought the comparisons of "this gens Mario 64 had to be way out of line but honestly.... this is game changing. I'm floored. I don't want this game to end- it is THAT GOOD. Pick it up if you're looking for something good in VR. Obviously VR is still in it's infancy and we aren't going to get 50 hr plus games for another few years sooooo..... get real people. For now, this is as good as it gets! LETS KEEP VOTING THIS UP! HERES TO DLC!… Expand
  22. ZenRobot
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    The best VR game (besides RE7) on any platform, and one of the best gaming experiences I’ve ever had. It is a MUST BUY. And that includes buying a PSVR if you need to. This game combines many lessons and highlights from other platformers and VR games and yet manages to carve out its own unique identity. Astro Bot has a ton of ideas of its own also. It reminds you of a mario game whereThe best VR game (besides RE7) on any platform, and one of the best gaming experiences I’ve ever had. It is a MUST BUY. And that includes buying a PSVR if you need to. This game combines many lessons and highlights from other platformers and VR games and yet manages to carve out its own unique identity. Astro Bot has a ton of ideas of its own also. It reminds you of a mario game where as the game goes on, you’re introduced to new mechanics and play styles all the way until the end. Each level is a work of art and quite unique. I could go on and on about this game, but take my advice (as someone who owns 3 headsets), Astro Bot is a major breakthrough for VR GAMES — not tech demos — actual games that feel like games and are uniquely suited to VR.… Expand
  23. bubbagamer
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    This game is pure joy, I can not stop giggling while playing. First I was thinking this is most for kids, but boy I was wrong. Another game proving how freaking cool VR is.
  24. macunix
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    It is one of the best PSVR game this year. The other one can be the firewall zero hour for different type.
    This game is a 3D VR platform game. Decent VR image quality and magic level designs. You can imagine a PS's Super mario.
  25. BobBently
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    Game is great, Playing this in PSVR, you wonder why aren't there more games like this? 3RD person VR is clutch. Not that common vomit inducing 1st person style that's tanking the system. In my opinion this could very well be PSVR's #1 game. You don't have to try it before you buy it.. Just buy it.
  26. Christo1
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    I've been waiting for the developers of Robot Rescue on the PSVR Playroom to release an actual Game of the same nature and ASTRO BOT DELIVERS on that promise!!..... This is absolutely a dream come true for VR platforming and this game show the true capability of VR platform games!!!....simply amazing!!
  27. zoekojima
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    Lovely from start to finish and the game that all PS VR owners should own and delect with. Mario 64 is forever a milestone of 3D platforming but Astro Bot gives similar wow moments with VR. More please!

    This for you, John.
  28. Gmklouse
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    This is legit. I didn't really like the Playroom... but this is just incredible. It's like the next evolution of Mario type games. I am just blown away by this game, even with all of the hype... I didn't know what to expect.
  29. jamesgamecenter
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    The best VR game so far and one of the best platformers of all time now ! if you have PSVR you must play this game ,if not this game is the best reason to buy a headset for sure !
  30. Spikeybob
    Oct 3, 2018
    10
    This game just wow what an absolute master class on how to make a 3d platformer. Cute lovable characters, catchy memorable sound track, beautiful individual art style.
    PSVR has it's self a mascot roll out the plush toys.
    The game also makes wonderful use of the dualshock touchpad. Giving you tools to help astro bot on his adventure turning you into a second character in the game. Level    This game just wow what an absolute master class on how to make a 3d platformer. Cute lovable characters, catchy memorable sound track, beautiful individual art style.
    PSVR has it's self a mascot roll out the plush toys.
    The game also makes wonderful use of the dualshock touchpad. Giving you tools to help astro bot on his adventure turning you into a second character in the game.
    Level and game play design makes perfect use VR to show off all that it can offer. A real must have game stop reading this and just buy it!    … Expand
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#7 Best PS4 Game of 2018
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#25 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2018
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#7 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2018

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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.
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  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.
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