Astral Chain

 Switch
User Score
8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3468 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3,079 out of 3468
  2. Mixed: 143 out of 3468
  3. Negative: 246 out of 3468
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  1. Sypha
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This game is awesome! I can't stop playing it, fresh idea and really good gameplay.
  2. Danox
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    It's almost impossible to put how amazing this game is in words, it's truly a must have
  3. 0hayo
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Kidzima genue, sosnyboys alert. The game is 11 out of 10. Buy it and play then write the review how awesome this game is. Challanging tactical slasher battle system with controlling 2 champs at once. Godlike. Asses are godlike. Anime is bruh but still godlike. Hope sonybouys will enjoy deastranding and cyberpuke.… Expand
  4. SquishyAcePilot
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This is one of those Nintendo Switch games that caught my attention since the first trailer dropped. So finally I was able to play it on the release date. I can assure you , you'll love the gameplay mechanics, the graphics and the overall feel of the game. It's an experience you'll remember for the years to come.
  5. bugu290
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Игра очень хороша, почти прошел. Сюжет хорош, геймплей тоже. Боевка такая себе, но неплоха.
  6. IrishTom
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    The perfect mix of a story, world and combat that we've come to expect from Platinum Games. Couldn't advise this more!
  7. Robloblaw
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    I havent played a game that sucks me in like this one in a long time. The graphics are beautiful, I'm constantly suprised that its even running on a switch. Little details in the art style that ive never even seen in a game before makes me keep playing it. The music could not be better IMO, this game took my expectations and shattered them. I didnt expect it to be this good! GO BUY ITI havent played a game that sucks me in like this one in a long time. The graphics are beautiful, I'm constantly suprised that its even running on a switch. Little details in the art style that ive never even seen in a game before makes me keep playing it. The music could not be better IMO, this game took my expectations and shattered them. I didnt expect it to be this good! GO BUY IT NAO!! definitely a contender for game of the year!… Expand
  8. Pabossbch
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    The nagative reviews are just because they are mad the game is a switch exclusive, this is one of the best game on the switch and one of the best games of 2019.
  9. Chiaki008
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Is a really really good game honest, the story is very interesting and the gameplay is AWESOME I totally recommend this game, give this game a try I promise you won’t regret it
  10. William8
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Excellent game and well worth the price. Should be in discussion as one of the best games for he Switch and in general
  11. GhostType
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Great game! I like this video game because it is a good video game. This video game has action. The art style is really very good. My ps4 friend says he hates all games that are not on ps4. I tell him this one is pretty good and he should stop being poor and buy it.
  12. Jedichii
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    One of the best action game available in Nintendo Switch. Love the game mechanics and the actual fight mechanics.
  13. Usagilyn
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    The game is literally Amazing. I love it. Another great Game that Platnium has put out. Just like Bayonetta. To all the losers review bombing just cause its a Switch Exclusive your pathetic trash. Stay mad.
    The Switch is a great Console so if you dont have it yet it's your own fault.
  14. Mike285
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Una obra maestra... Otra más para nintendo de tantas que ha tenido en su corta vida
  15. G4m3r_alex
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    I LOVE this game. In the firts minut I play blow my brain. The music its increíble, I can belive dont need extra download becouse the graphics are amazing. This game for me its the best game nintendo had in switch. Dont think and play now, you dont regret I promesse.
  16. Toab
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    This game is a great game. Good gameplay, graphics, and the story hooked me from the start to the end.
  17. DanDonato
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Stop been haters, this game is incredible and you’re only giving bad notes cus’ for some reason, you guys hate Nintendo, just because it is better than sony and microsoft. Stop wiping about it, buy a switch and enjoy it.
  18. Pems
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    A magnificent experience that you could only get from Platinum games. Truly spectacular.
  19. Chari
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Its a very nice game, i like the combat and art style of the game, it's a must have for every switch owner!
  20. micahw81
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Amazing game. Looks great on the switch! People need to chill out and just buy a switch if they want to play it. This game is worth it!
  21. SkrrtCringys
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    I cant play this game since I dont have a switch but my friend let me try it out when he got it. It seems like a great game. Unfortunately people are giving it bad reviews for just being only on switch.
  22. Bwv221
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Great game, fun story and exploration. Combat is top notch! I’m glad nintendo provided funding to create this exclusive, original IP.
  23. BrynH123
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Platinum Games are known for thier combat focused games. However with Astral Chain they mix it up by adding an engaging and interesting mode where you investigate crime scenes. Haven't played too much yet but trying to combat the review bombing. People are salty that it is a switch exclusive so dont let the reviewers scores get to you. It's an amazing game so far and I'm really liking thePlatinum Games are known for thier combat focused games. However with Astral Chain they mix it up by adding an engaging and interesting mode where you investigate crime scenes. Haven't played too much yet but trying to combat the review bombing. People are salty that it is a switch exclusive so dont let the reviewers scores get to you. It's an amazing game so far and I'm really liking the story even only hours into the game.… Expand
  24. jc726
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    I'm only about six hours into Astral Chain but even I know that giving it a 0 is stupid. The number of customization options is absurd, the music is catchy an evokes a very Ghost in the Shell-esque vibe. I'm still working on getting the hang of the combat but it's getting more interesting the further I get.
  25. KleineFreek
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Great game, I am just giving it a 10 because of all the stupidly low scores other people are giving.
  26. thork66
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Con el simple hecho de juagar donde te de la gana merece un 10 este juegazo… Expand
  27. Barbus80
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    El juego es una pasada, graficamente me parece imposible que hubieran podido hacerlo tal y como veo en mi tv 4k de 55 pulgadas.
  28. Ixitxachitl
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Great Game, Played through the first mission and had a lot of fun, highly recommend.
  29. Ritchgs
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Grandioso juego cualquier usuario de switch no se lo debe perder buen sistema de batalla
    , un hermoso arte y banda sonora
  30. Giggio
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    This is the game of the year 2019
    I love the combat system character design story and more.
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Awards & Rankings

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#9 Best Switch Game of 2019
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#2 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2019
70
#70 Most Shared Switch Game of 2019

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 92 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 89 out of 92
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 92
  3. Negative: 0 out of 92
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Apr 28, 2020
    85
    This one is more of a crowd-pleaser than a game-changer. [Issue #42 – October 2019, p. 68]
  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 28, 2020
    100
    Astral Chain consists of varied genres, but is mostly an action game, which has great ideas and interesting, relaxed humour, that doesn´t spoil its serious plot. [Issue#298]
  3. ZTGD
    Nov 7, 2019
    85
    Despite the hardware limitations and a handful of odd design choices, Astral Chain is one of the best new IPs to hit in recent years and one deserving the attention of every Switch owner.
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