Astro Bot Rescue Mission

 PlayStation 4
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 554 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 500 out of 554
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 554
  3. Negative: 43 out of 554
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  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. kraenk
    Oct 17, 2018
    10
    I can't even put my joy in words. This game makes me feel like an 8 year old again! Sony is doing incredible things in this game, covering new grounds for gaming as a whole. This is an absolute system seller for PSVR! Do yourself a favour and buy a PSVR if you don't own one already.
  4. slikk66
    Nov 28, 2018
    10
    reminds me of a disneyland or a themepark ride.. one of those ones that you just think about how fun the experience is/was, it's really really - really, good.
  5. 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.
  6. 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
  7. Beast979
    Oct 17, 2018
    10
    I absolutely love this game!!! it is seriously like a super mario game in virtual reality. the environments are beautiful, the characters are fun, it is just a great time being in this VR world and rescuing the little bots...hands down my favorite VR game to date. I have not finished the whole game, but I sense it is not super long as there appears to be only 5 worlds, that being saidI absolutely love this game!!! it is seriously like a super mario game in virtual reality. the environments are beautiful, the characters are fun, it is just a great time being in this VR world and rescuing the little bots...hands down my favorite VR game to date. I have not finished the whole game, but I sense it is not super long as there appears to be only 5 worlds, that being said there is a lot of replay ability in my opinion going through and making sure you find everything in each world. Buy this game and enjoy!!!… Expand
  8. kingofgames
    Oct 2, 2018
    10
    Astro Bot Rescue Mission is a superb game; the promising result of tasking a group of clearly talented game designers and developers with building a game around a brand new medium like VR. The game expertly executes every idea it brings to the table. There's charm throughout, derived from excellent animation, art direction, FX and SFX, right down to the interactive credits sequence. AstroAstro Bot Rescue Mission is a superb game; the promising result of tasking a group of clearly talented game designers and developers with building a game around a brand new medium like VR. The game expertly executes every idea it brings to the table. There's charm throughout, derived from excellent animation, art direction, FX and SFX, right down to the interactive credits sequence. Astro Bot Rescue Mission claims our first 10 out of 10 because it's full of smart VR game design, and plays plays to the platform's strengths while avoiding its weaknesses. In addition to having the right amount of content to leave the player with a truly satisfying experience, it's hard to imagine many ways in which the game could have been better made. Best psvr game out !period.… Expand
  9. mijan
    Jan 8, 2020
    10
    One of the best PSVR games, maybe best, there's nothing to complain about. Game is unbelievably beautiful for a PSVR game, runs well, fun to play, lots of challenge. PSVR must have game. Realistically 9,5/10 cause it's not perfect but I'll give it a 10 for that extra cute atmosphere
  10. McSomeone
    Jan 21, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't ever review games, but I shall for this one. Astro bot is a joyful and charming game -- by far the funnest game I played in 2018. In fact it bought back a little bit of wonder similar to first playing SuperMario64. The best VR game I've played, and worthy of buying PSVR for - go on treat yourself!… Expand
  11. MATM
    May 30, 2020
    10
    ASTRO BOT: Rescue Mission is far and away the best VR game I have ever played. I am not quite half way through it and I can already say that if you have any interest in VR, you have to play this game. I have never seen production values like this outside Nintendo's games before. All of the little nuanced flourishes in the interface and environment show that there was a ton of love putASTRO BOT: Rescue Mission is far and away the best VR game I have ever played. I am not quite half way through it and I can already say that if you have any interest in VR, you have to play this game. I have never seen production values like this outside Nintendo's games before. All of the little nuanced flourishes in the interface and environment show that there was a ton of love put into the production of the game. Every character is full of life and the soundscape really breathes life into everything.

    If you have some kind of physical handicap, this is not a good game for you, as you will be required to move your whole body around a bit to advance and you have to have pretty good reflexes, too, but there was never a time that I felt the game was unfair. Every enemy action is properly telegraphed, so your reflexes can lead you to victory without memorizing patterns and if you ever do die, don't fret, there are re-spawn points every 30 seconds or so. This game respects my time like no other I have played before.

    As for gameplay, I would describe ASTRO BOT as something like Mario 64 in VR, but like any good VR game, you can't really imagine how immersive it feels until you put the headset on yourself. Do not miss it. I rate it 5 out of 5.    … Expand
  12. devlar
    Oct 2, 2018
    10
    Jeremy was right. This is the real deal. It truly is VR's Mario64 moment. It's just unfortunate that it's a lovely 3D platformer, as people get all bent out of shape when they don't understand what that means. It's not comparing it to Mario 64, but instead that game's impact on gaming and its particular genre. This really is a watershed moment in VR.
  13. Steyraus
    Oct 14, 2018
    10
    This is the most fun I have had with a Platformer since I played Super Mario World for the first time Decades ago. This genre that has become some what stale and repetitive over the year is reinvigorated with VR tech which adds new way to play and adds an amazing level of immersion by placing you in these amazing beautiful worlds. For me it was like playing the amazing Wii U game "SuperThis is the most fun I have had with a Platformer since I played Super Mario World for the first time Decades ago. This genre that has become some what stale and repetitive over the year is reinvigorated with VR tech which adds new way to play and adds an amazing level of immersion by placing you in these amazing beautiful worlds. For me it was like playing the amazing Wii U game "Super Mario 3D world" but I was right there in the world with the character, not a bystander. The future is bright for PSVR.… Expand
  14. 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
  15. kazuki1866
    Apr 8, 2019
    10
    Este juego es una locura, es lo que todos los juegos de realidad virtual deberian ser, es increible como sientes que estas dentro del juego, es un juego de plataformas super entretenido y hace uso magistralmente de la realidad virtual.
  16. Devilsking
    Jan 6, 2019
    10
    This game is really incredible by far the best 3D platformers in VR, it's ingenious what made japan studio, this game is better than mario odyssey, really a pearl. The VR makes sense with him !
  17. bennibop
    Oct 2, 2018
    10
    An absolute joy to play its does seem like this could be VRs breakout moment as the game would not work as well without it. Game combines the best of Sonic and Mario games past to give PlayStation its best ever platformer. - Absolutely essential for all PSVR owners and if you don't own a PSVR get one to play this!
  18. VideoGameLover
    May 2, 2019
    10
    One of the greatest video games of all time. Yes, you read this right. And I am a HUGE Nintendo Fan Boy. Not since my jaw dropped from playing Mario 64 for the first time back in the day, Astro Bot had me screaming so many times, "OH MY GOD!" out loud! The play is fun, clever, always a joy, however, the environments, the immersion of this game in VR, is where this title shines theOne of the greatest video games of all time. Yes, you read this right. And I am a HUGE Nintendo Fan Boy. Not since my jaw dropped from playing Mario 64 for the first time back in the day, Astro Bot had me screaming so many times, "OH MY GOD!" out loud! The play is fun, clever, always a joy, however, the environments, the immersion of this game in VR, is where this title shines the brightest. I loved this game so much I gave it two standing ovations during the credits sequence (and, post credits, there is over 10 hours additional content to do!)

    Astro-bot is platforming genius. If there ever was one game that was worth buying PSVR for alone, this game is it. It will be remembered in gaming history as the truly first great VR game. It's on my top 10 list for greatest video games of all time.

    (And, meteoritic, the zero scores below are just so annoying and done out of spite by those who never played the game. Please create a system where the top 5 and bottom five scores are not factored into the final metascore)    … Expand
  19. Voodoo123
    Oct 19, 2018
    10
    ABRM presents platforming at its best, neatly brought forward a gen through very effective use of VR. Playing through this was as mind bending as the first time I played mario 64 and controlled the 'free camera buttons' for the first time. Revelatory gameplay moments abound and just that bit more sophisticated a platformer to control than the also excellent Moss (although turning 180ABRM presents platforming at its best, neatly brought forward a gen through very effective use of VR. Playing through this was as mind bending as the first time I played mario 64 and controlled the 'free camera buttons' for the first time. Revelatory gameplay moments abound and just that bit more sophisticated a platformer to control than the also excellent Moss (although turning 180 degree pivots is more than a little akward on my sofa!). What suprises is the level of polish on display here - it really impresses and I am left with a silly grin on my face at all times playing the game. The music evokes that 90's japanese sense of cool. If you even slightly like mario 64 and have psvr this is a MUST.… Expand
  20. RyTroup
    Jan 6, 2019
    10
    This is by far the best platformer that I have ever played. Just when you think they have ran out of ideas, the next level blows you away even more. This game is brilliant.
  21. rrafemi
    Oct 2, 2018
    10
    Absolutamente sensacional.

    Un juego de plataformas original, fresco y divertido. Hay momentos que tienes que forzar un poco el cuello para poder alcanzar a ver algunas zonas, pero se perdona. No solo hay que controlar al personaje, a veces uno, como jugador, tiene que hacer también cosas, como esquivar con la cabeza las bolas de tinta que lanzan los calamares (y que entorpecen la    Absolutamente sensacional.

    Un juego de plataformas original, fresco y divertido. Hay momentos que tienes que forzar un poco el cuello para poder alcanzar a ver algunas zonas, pero se perdona.

    No solo hay que controlar al personaje, a veces uno, como jugador, tiene que hacer también cosas, como esquivar con la cabeza las bolas de tinta que lanzan los calamares (y que entorpecen la vista) y romper con la cabeza algunos carteles. Seguro más adelante hay más cosas con las que interacturar con el cuerpo.

    Me parece fantástico, porque realmente hay 2 protagonistas. El robot que controlas y tú mismo, trabajo cooperativo.

    El género de las plataformas elevado a siguiente nivel.

    Creo que es el mejor juego VR y uno de los mejores plataformas de la generación.    … Expand
  22. 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.
  23. JOGS
    Mar 14, 2019
    10
    Thank you Japan Studio for making me believe in the game industry again.
    As a 38 year old gamer I find it so sad to see the game world is being ruled and ruined more and more by commercial managers, marketeers, and business men.... purely focussed on how to earn maximum profit. I miss the times when game studios simply wanted to make great games, where the game designers were free to    Thank you Japan Studio for making me believe in the game industry again.
    As a 38 year old gamer I find it so sad to see the game world is being ruled and ruined more and more by commercial managers, marketeers, and business men.... purely focussed on how to earn maximum profit. I miss the times when game studios simply wanted to make great games, where the game designers were free to display their creativity and a game was finnished when it was finnished.

    Astrobot made me smile like a kid, for the first time in a long ...long time!
    This is VR as it was intended ot be + more.
    The love that has been put in this game is feelable.

    - great world
    - creative VR and immersion
    - awesome and enough gameplay
    - good price
    - no **** (microtransactions or whatever)

    I normally don't rate a 10, but heck...you guys deserve it    … Expand
  24. 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
  25. shumpc
    Jan 4, 2019
    10
    Astro Bot is a delight, akin to Mario 3 on the original NES. I'm not really into cute game characters, however this game is AMAZING! Everyone should give this game a go and you will be converted to VR.
  26. Idiota150
    May 12, 2019
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. Such a joyful and uplifting experience. It's impossible not to smile and you'll keep the smile a long time after you take off your headset. The happiness received from this game is like playing with small kittens in real life (the happiest feeling I can think of right now).
  27. OldSilentHill
    Dec 21, 2019
    10
    Just incredible, this is a new era for platforms in the industry! The visuals, OMG.
  28. Chiko_Tech
    Nov 9, 2018
    10
    This game is truly a unique experience, every PSVR owners need to play this.
  29. EpicLatios
    Oct 2, 2018
    10
    Absolutely fantastic game, this sets a new standard for all VR titles, and is a triumph among all platformers as well.
  30. Nedda
    Oct 16, 2018
    10
    The more I play the later levels from world 2,3,4,5 are getting much better!
    This is the best platform games I've ever played. So much joy and smile!
    Some mechanics are really VR exclusive. It is the benchmark for how to design a great VR game.
    And the music are soooooo good!
    I really love 2-2 and 3-3 and 5-2! And all the boss fights!
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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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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.
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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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