Astro's Playroom

 PlayStation 5
User Score
9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 1515 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,378 out of 1515
  2. Mixed: 75 out of 1515
  3. Negative: 62 out of 1515

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  1. Per83
    Mar 15, 2021
    10
    Can't remember when I had so much fun with a game, every owner of the ps5 should play this one.
  2. Soupplate
    Mar 18, 2021
    9
    Endearing, nostalgic, and very fun. Astrobot is a phenomenal pack-in game, and I never got bored in the 5.5 hours it took me to platinum. I can only hope full, AAA games use the Dualsense to the same extent shown here.
  3. tewatson715
    Sep 1, 2022
    10
    Who knew that a simple, free tech demo could be so much fun?

    Astro's Playroom serves as a showcase of both the PS5 console and the Dualsense controller, and does a wonderful job of such. The game takes full advantage of the controller's capabilities, from the haptic feedback that makes it feel like raindrops are falling on top of the controller to the adaptive triggers that make all of    Who knew that a simple, free tech demo could be so much fun?

    Astro's Playroom serves as a showcase of both the PS5 console and the Dualsense controller, and does a wonderful job of such. The game takes full advantage of the controller's capabilities, from the haptic feedback that makes it feel like raindrops are falling on top of the controller to the adaptive triggers that make all of the gimmicks feel totally unique from one another. But if that wasn't enough, the game is also a complete joy to play through from beginning to end. I had a smile on my face the whole time during my first playthrough, and I'm not even a long-time PlayStation fan! There are only 4 levels (5 if you include the final boss fight), but they are all wonderfully designed, packed to the brim with easter eggs and interactive trophies you can collect, and each represent a part of the PS5 console while also serving as callbacks to each of the previous PlayStation consoles. If you're a long-time PlayStation fan, there will be so much here for you to appreciate with all the callbacks to various games and accessories, but even if you aren't, you can still enjoy this as a great 3D platformer with tight and smooth controls, creative level designs, and plenty of collectibles for 100% completion. I found all of the gimmicks throughout the stages to be a blast to utilize, even the ones that required tilting of the controller to progress, because the new technology of the Dualsense made the gimmicks feel all the more unique and special. (It also helps my case that I grew up with the Wii so I'm more accustomed to motion controls). There are a multitude of trophies spread throughout each level in addition to puzzle pieces that fill up a mural in the PlayStation Labo room, with the trophies on full display in the same room after you collect them. The coins you collect in each level can also be used in a lottery minigame that can get you more trophies or puzzle pieces, and it's a great crash course on all the kinds of PlayStation accessories that have been released throughout the years. There are even speedrunning levels you can play after beating a given stage, and they even feature entirely new level designs to accommodate the faster nature of speedrunning! The only negative thing I have to say about this game is that I felt that the sound design was rather loud at times, and I felt the need to turn the volume down at points due to such, but even that is just a nitpick I have with the game. Astro's Playroom accomplishes what it sets out to do so well that I honestly consider this to be one of the best games to come out in 2020 despite only being 3-4 hours long. If you manage to get your hands on a PS5 at retail price, please do yourself a favor and play this gift of a game.    … Expand
  4. Happyjoe
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    A wonderful game to test the new dualsense controller. Very fun to play too.
  5. NikoSaki
    Jun 10, 2021
    9
    What a great free game to show off the dual sense controllers. Very fun great PS nostalgia. Wont be disappointed.
  6. avishay50
    Jul 11, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Astro's Playroom is the best demo game ever created
    (In my opinion of course), Astro Bot is a game brand that with each game shows the capabilities of each accessory and console that comes out of the brand game, for example the previous game of the brand Astro Bot Rescue Mission that came out on the PlayStation VR platform showed its capabilities and even showed that VR Can be an extraordinary experience. And now Astro's Playroom has arrived on the PlayStation 5 and showed us all the capabilities of the console and the new remote, in the new game you can find robots with camera caps and if we look at what they shoot we can see that they recreate excerpts from PlayStation games from all PlayStation long history. And consoles from PlayStation history.
    In short Astro's Playroom is an extraordinary experience that in my opinion anyone who buys a PlayStation 5 must play the game first or if there is anyone who has not played even though he has a PlayStation 5 must play, the game is an amazing experience not to be missed!!!    … Expand
  7. felipirlo
    May 21, 2021
    10
    Fastastic game that really show dual sense power. Funny gameplay, very colorful
  8. khoitran101507
    Jul 21, 2021
    10
    This is a very good ps5 game and it's perfect in every levels. I highly recommend this game for everyone that get ps5.
  9. gamerdiary
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    So much nostalgia and fun in such small game. It was a great experience to use my PS5 for the very first time with Astro's Playroom!
  10. Heisenberg421
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Such an awesome game, reminds me back of my childhood times. Definitely a must play for every ps5 owner
  11. DANTESFENIX2
    Jun 18, 2021
    9
    Excelente juego para empezar a conocer el ps5 , bonito, divertido y muy entretenido, no esperaba nada y lo termine platinado
  12. MakwLoQ
    May 18, 2021
    8
    No story or anything like that, a really unique game that mainly introduces you into the Ps5 harware. Probably one of the most creative games i've played so far. Although i feel like there could have been better level design i feel like they could have added another section. The first game i have completed a very fun filler while waiting for game[s] to download made this new Console feelNo story or anything like that, a really unique game that mainly introduces you into the Ps5 harware. Probably one of the most creative games i've played so far. Although i feel like there could have been better level design i feel like they could have added another section. The first game i have completed a very fun filler while waiting for game[s] to download made this new Console feel grand and worth my money witch is what you want to do with a new console. I had a lot of fun and lost track of time at some points, it shows off the adaptive trigger function witch, if im going to be honest, changes controller forever, the switch controller feels so cheap now, Playstation 5 is truly next-gen. Now onto the way to express itself. This game reminds me of an arcade game, why? Because its infinite re-playability, it even gives you a speedrun mode once you've beaten the boss. Now, you cant play this game without mentioning the references. The amount of exclusives mentioned in this game makes you think about what is to come in the future... Colecting and trying to 100% this game was a fun scavanger hunt and was really satysfying at the end, it shows off the history of playstation in such a fun way and im sure OG playstation fans were having a blast playing this, just as i was.… Expand
  13. 34m2121
    Aug 23, 2023
    7
    Teknoloji demosu nasıl olmalıdır ın tanımı bu oyun. 1-2 saat te biten bir oyun olmasına rağmen bu süreyi size dolu dolu geçirten bir oyun. Ayrıca ücretsiz.
  14. bucklavaa
    Jul 16, 2021
    8
    Very fun game which is free for PS5 owners. It is both simple and fun to play. I even made my mom and dad play the game who did not play any video games before. There are so many different maps to play and they are very carefuly designed. There are lots of easter eggs in the game. This game is my first plat. I recommend it to everyone who has PS5.
  15. Burzyk
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    Impressive experience with new controller and lots of easter eggs from Sony games. I wish that more games could be like this!
  16. Nathan77772001
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
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  17. JelleHumans
    Nov 14, 2021
    8
    What a great free 'get to know' game! It's a bit childish but I enjoyed playing it. How funny, all these little connotations to old games. The controls mostly are good, but sometimes can be annoying (that monkey and the jumpy thing). Good showcase on whats possible on the PS5. Also longer then I expected it to be. Great also for kids to play,. Although mine like more chasing the bunniesWhat a great free 'get to know' game! It's a bit childish but I enjoyed playing it. How funny, all these little connotations to old games. The controls mostly are good, but sometimes can be annoying (that monkey and the jumpy thing). Good showcase on whats possible on the PS5. Also longer then I expected it to be. Great also for kids to play,. Although mine like more chasing the bunnies then actually trying to finish a level (which is a bit too difficult for a 5&7 year old)… Expand
  18. RIko374
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    С помощью этой игры знакомишься со всеми новыми механиками нового геймпада. И при этом, получаешь огромное удовольство от игрового процесса. Весело, быстро и создаёт приятное впечатление о всей новой консоли в целом.
  19. Nerrran
    Jul 21, 2021
    10
    Perfect way to start the PS5 adventure. If this is just a preview what we will get from the console generation then we are in for a ride.
  20. CandyCornett75
    Jul 25, 2021
    9
    Who would have expected that a preloaded console controller demo would end up being a truly fantastic game? Astro’s Playroom is an engaging experience, full of polished platforming fun, an excellent soundtrack, and yes, a wonderful showcase of the DualSense controller’s capabilities. And to top it off, it also offers plenty of replay value. When I first turned on my PS5, I had planned toWho would have expected that a preloaded console controller demo would end up being a truly fantastic game? Astro’s Playroom is an engaging experience, full of polished platforming fun, an excellent soundtrack, and yes, a wonderful showcase of the DualSense controller’s capabilities. And to top it off, it also offers plenty of replay value. When I first turned on my PS5, I had planned to jump right into Resident Evil Village or Final Fantasy VII Remake, but Astro’s Playroom hooked me, so the other games will have to wait while I enjoy this wonderful surprise of a game.… Expand
  21. discedit21
    Jul 29, 2021
    10
    One of the best games of all time. It is short and there isn't any hardcore gaming going on but it's a fun platformer with great music that is a love letter to all things PlayStation. If you've grown up playing PlayStation, you'll love this game.
  22. jonjohn048
    Jul 2, 2023
    10
    After finally picking up a PS5, I decided the first PS5 game I was gonna try was this one and honestly, I couldn't be more happy I did because I could tell Team Asobi put their S game into this console showcase and the fact it's free means there's really nothing to complain about since you lose nothing in the process. The first thing I can confidently say on how they put their S game isAfter finally picking up a PS5, I decided the first PS5 game I was gonna try was this one and honestly, I couldn't be more happy I did because I could tell Team Asobi put their S game into this console showcase and the fact it's free means there's really nothing to complain about since you lose nothing in the process. The first thing I can confidently say on how they put their S game is with how there's over 300 EASTER EGGS in this game and it's genuinely satisfying to find them all as a PS fan. Uncovering the many products in PlayStation history is a genuine treat and it's always interesting to see what PS has done over the years. The graphics are phenomenal and easily one of the best parts about the game ensuring you will take MANY screenshots here. But honestly, the best part about the game is that it's a showcase for both the console and the controller since the game utilizes every single gimmick the controller has and it's creative and amazing what they could do with it. Overall, I really don't need to say that much more because if you saw it, you will have already been sold on it from the very beginning and it's a genuine treat to play on my PS5.… Expand
  23. GotoKelevra
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    É sensacional oque eles fazem com o Dualsense, principalmente se levar em consideração, que é apenas uma demo disponível para todos que adquirem o console.
  24. Bibikelis
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    Игра обязательна к прохождению всем игрокам у кого пс5, очень качественная игра
  25. matthewjbell
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    Amazing introduction to the capabilities of the PS5 console and it's controller.
  26. TheLinkgirl
    Jul 10, 2023
    8
    Comparing this game to Wii Sports might seem like a stretch at first, but Astro's Playroom ultimately serves the same function. Both games were made to be free tech demos for demonstrating the capabilities of a new console, with Astro's Playroom focusing on the PlayStation 5 controller, and features such as rumble, adaptive triggers and gyroscope controls all getting a considerable amountComparing this game to Wii Sports might seem like a stretch at first, but Astro's Playroom ultimately serves the same function. Both games were made to be free tech demos for demonstrating the capabilities of a new console, with Astro's Playroom focusing on the PlayStation 5 controller, and features such as rumble, adaptive triggers and gyroscope controls all getting a considerable amount of attention.

    Half cute 3D collectathon platformer, half celebration of PlayStation's sprawling and vast history, Astro's Playroom is an adorable and impressive look at what the PS5 can do in the right hands. While it's gameplay is simple, it manages to remain interesting through a combination of obstacles and puzzles that seek to not only show off what this new console can do, but also why such things can make the play experience more immersive. In this regard its extremely successful, with some sections having tiny changes that can be massively enjoyable. Along with this, scattered around the levels are collectibles and references galore, paying homage to some of PlayStation's most famous, memorable and beloved characters and games. If you grew up experiencing PlayStation's history, you can make a game out of finding and figuring each reference out, but there will most likely be a few references in this game you'll point and shout gleefully at.

    Despite its short length, Astro's Playroom is a very enjoyable time, and perhaps the thing that might move it up for me would simply be more content. I get this is a tech demo, but were tthere full game like this, I'd happily get it.    … Expand
  27. Dreifachs
    Nov 30, 2021
    10
    For me this is the best game on the PS5. It was so fun going through it and even had decent re play value. It's a must and always brings a smile to my face.
  28. steetlight10
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    made account just to review this game, what an absolute fun experience playing this. the gameplay, the nostalgia, and everything. love this game so much,
  29. Sain4k
    Mar 17, 2022
    9
    Супер ахуенная игра, когда ты играешь ты чувствуешь каждое движение и каждую кнопку, хорошая замена VR очков
  30. BlueMan_86
    Oct 7, 2021
    10
    I like it. Interesting little adventure... Enjoyed to make it Platinum :) Play to relax, and to get some adventure.
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Awards & Rankings

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#8 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2020
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#4 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2020

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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 69 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 62 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 69
  3. Negative: 0 out of 69
  1. Launcher (The Washington Post)
    Jan 27, 2021
    90
    Despite beating the game, I find myself returning to Astro’s Playroom for its pure joy.
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  2. Hey Poor Player
    Jan 21, 2021
    100
    With all around fantastic gameplay, graphics, design, and just overall fun, I’d argue that under different circumstances, this could have even been considered a game of the year contender. I never realized just how much the Sony PlayStation had influenced my life until I played this game.
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  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 4, 2021
    100
    Astro’s Playroom is way more than just a technological demo. It’s probably the best way to introduce players to the new DualSense controller. And it comes free with PlayStation 5. [Issue#308]
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