Astral Chain

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3468 Ratings

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  1. everick9
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game I have played ever!!!
    Hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhgggggh    … Expand
  2. jdavis3581
    Jan 22, 2020
    8
    Astral Chain is a game I really looked forward to playing. I just finished it and I must say it's pretty boring. The story is nothing special, and the combat is slow. The two worst issues are the camera, and the controls. As for the story it just goes way too over the top, and I was laughing all the way to the end. It was the "Black Knight always triumphs," kind of boss fights. Sekiro hadAstral Chain is a game I really looked forward to playing. I just finished it and I must say it's pretty boring. The story is nothing special, and the combat is slow. The two worst issues are the camera, and the controls. As for the story it just goes way too over the top, and I was laughing all the way to the end. It was the "Black Knight always triumphs," kind of boss fights. Sekiro had the same boss fight and it wears thin.

    The things I loved about the game is the chimera a creature from the astral plain one can used to fight in battles and solve puzzles. I did a great majority of the side quests. But the game kept dragging on. There are more than ten side quests to each file/chapter, and the chapters are too long. The astral plain is nothing to think about, and only looks cool when it invades the main world. The music is nothing special and considering it was made by the same team that made Nier, this is disappointing.

    There were many mechanics I did not enjoy including the aerial bosses, I can't jump so there is only one way to take them out is with arrows. The other is the tap, tap, teleport monsters/boss fights. This is really annoying when the camera spins like a tornado. There are many times when my character can't defend himself so he just gets pummeled into submission. I can do nothing because my chimera gauge has to fill. When the gauge fills the chimera will defend the character if knocked out.

    The graphics are nothing special either it reminds me of the cartoon design from Borderlands. Overall this game is fun, and I would recommend just playing the main story for the quick play through. If you are a completionist, you are in for a boring ride. I give this game a 8/10.    … Expand
  3. TrickReroll
    Sep 9, 2019
    9
    Не умею писать по чурбански, поэтому все просто. Игра, драйвовая, стильная. Если хотите такой необычный слешерчик, добро пожаловать.
  4. dentyone
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    With most new franchises, I try to keep my expectations realistic. I'll usually give them a shot, but withhold my opinion until the game 'turns a corner' (i.e. passes a point of greatness where I can't contain my enthusiasm anymore). THIS GAME IS FREAKING AMAZING. Aesthetically, mechanically, and narratively. Wildly original, beautiful, and fun as hell. A masterpiece.
  5. Ale_Joestar
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    news that this video game brings. As always, the combat system is complex and challenging. The mechanics of the chain is very creative. as soon as the artistic and sound section are outstanding
  6. Tosai
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    Various gameplay choice, little investigation (perfectible but still fun) , a bit of platformer but not too much, and those bosses, everywhere bossessss . Lot of replay value to min-max out Legions, equipment, and ofc trying to get the better score after each file battles.
    I recommend a first tour in easy mode to grasp mechanics , then playing in normal and platinum usual scoring to grab    Various gameplay choice, little investigation (perfectible but still fun) , a bit of platformer but not too much, and those bosses, everywhere bossessss . Lot of replay value to min-max out Legions, equipment, and ofc trying to get the better score after each file battles.
    I recommend a first tour in easy mode to grasp mechanics , then playing in normal and platinum usual scoring to grab rewards (can be items or cosmetics.)
    One of the typical 4-5 games i'm buying every year.    … Expand
  7. anfil18
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    Juegazo. Batallas increibles, jugabilidad super original con las legiones, luce bastante bien tanto en tv como en portatil. Ningun tiron que yo alla percibido, se mantienen estables los fps. Candidato a GOTY y seguramente a mejor juego en su estilo.
  8. Reed618
    Sep 12, 2019
    9
    This is probably platinum's second best game after nier automata. It gets a lot of things right and is easily one of the best games to release this year.

    Pros + excellent combat + fun sidequests + great worldbuilding + fantastic art style + surprisingly good story + lappy Cons - some camera issues - switching between legions isn't smooth enough. I'd prefer just having four    This is probably platinum's second best game after nier automata. It gets a lot of things right and is easily one of the best games to release this year.

    Pros
    + excellent combat
    + fun sidequests
    + great worldbuilding
    + fantastic art style
    + surprisingly good story
    + lappy

    Cons

    - some camera issues
    - switching between legions isn't smooth enough. I'd prefer just having four and then switching with the d-pad or something like that
    - silent protagonist (this really undermines a lot of the key scenes in this game)
    - the final bonus chapter is kind of a big waste of time
    - platforming sections can be frustrating

    Overall it's a really excellent game. The biggest complaint is probably the silent protagonist but it's definitely worth playing in my opinion :).    … Expand
  9. here_and_there
    Jun 10, 2020
    10
    Platinum games did it again. Wonderful action and investigation gameplay, great setting with strong 80s/90s anime and cyberpunk vibes
  10. CYS
    Sep 19, 2019
    8
    Un gran juego que para mi gusto no está a la altura de otros grandes trabajos de la compañía como bayonetta 2 o nier automata. El sistema de combate es brutal, y las fases de lucha son súper divertidas.
  11. juanlobo
    Aug 24, 2023
    7
    the investigation parts are horrible, the action is nice, the chimeras world is bland and boring. Not a bad game, but not that great
  12. weskergamer
    Mar 22, 2020
    10
    I am very surprised that i haven't review this game yet when i just beat it 1 month ago, but what can i say about this game. Well, this game is perfection in every detail: music, story, gameplay, graphics... The people in Platinum Games are really masterminds, i'm so ready for what's next from them.
  13. hime
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Очень бодрый слешер-экшн с отличным стилем, прекрасными шортиками, шикарнейшей музыкой и пафосным сюжетом. Одна из лучших игр в этом году, которой совсем чуть-чуть не хватило до 10 и лучшая игра Platinum.
  14. ZeoN
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    Puntos positivos:

    - Jugabilidad impecable, elaborada y adictiva - Banda Sonora a la altura de las mejores obras - Historia que engancha de principio a fin, sin altibajos - Misiones secundarias suficientes para profundizar aun más - Gran variedad de enemigos y personajes Puntos negativos: - El autofijado no funciona como debería - Algunos capítulos/operaciones se pueden llegar    Puntos positivos:

    - Jugabilidad impecable, elaborada y adictiva
    - Banda Sonora a la altura de las mejores obras
    - Historia que engancha de principio a fin, sin altibajos
    - Misiones secundarias suficientes para profundizar aun más
    - Gran variedad de enemigos y personajes

    Puntos negativos:

    - El autofijado no funciona como debería
    - Algunos capítulos/operaciones se pueden llegar a hacer cortos si no haces las secundarias

    Jugabilidad 97/100
    Banda sonora 100/100
    Gráficos 90/100
    Estilo artístico 100/100
    Historia 98/100
    Duración: 25-35H

    9️⃣7️⃣/1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ Obra Maestra    … Expand
  15. Cfgk24
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Seriously incredibly Good Soundtrack! Fluid , Technical , Satisfying combat Great script and Voice acting. - Guys instead of review bombing this - why don't you buy a Switch and join in the fun :)
  16. Exostryker
    Sep 9, 2019
    9
    Graphics: 9.0
    Soundtrack: 10 (is a fcking masterpiece)
    Gameplay: 9.5
    Plot: 7.0 (yep is a pretty generic story but it works)
  17. Lelouch23
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    10/10 game, this game is a masterpiece except for 1 Con, and that is 30 fps, other than that I would rate this on equal terms as Nier:Automata and below Bayonetta, Platinum are gonna need to do something special to outdo this game with bayonetta 3
  18. starceph
    Sep 1, 2019
    9
    Combate muy chulo y accesible de primeras, pero profundo si te interesa que lo sea, la historia es un anime
  19. sonicpulsar
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    This is Perfection. Platinum simply has a masterpiece on their hands and a GOTY contender. 10/10
  20. Retrogamer33
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simplemente una obra maestra. Mi juego favorito de Nintendo switch después del Zelda Breath of the Wild.… Expand
  21. Miguel22
    Sep 28, 2019
    9
    VAYA JUEGAZO, banda sonora espectacular, jugabilidad buenísima, historia buena que da pie a una posible secuela, gran variedad de enemigos...
  22. ChristianDDD
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    f**k the Haters LMAO f**k the Haters LMAO f**k the Haters LMAO f**k the Haters LMAO f**k the Haters LMAO f**k the Haters LMAO f**k the Haters LMAO
  23. jefeuno
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This game is great for its action and very good gameplay. PlatinumGames quality
  24. Lyvins
    Aug 31, 2019
    8
    The game provides a very fun and interesting story, while the side missions might feels a bit awkward at times they are still fun. The game has a lot of potential and if a second game would be made I can see it even being better.

    The graphics are great are really give just pull you into the game. the variation in area's is nice with some feeling very alive others are more back ally few    The game provides a very fun and interesting story, while the side missions might feels a bit awkward at times they are still fun. The game has a lot of potential and if a second game would be made I can see it even being better.

    The graphics are great are really give just pull you into the game. the variation in area's is nice with some feeling very alive others are more back ally few people in it. overall the setting is spot on.

    2 "problems" the game has in my opinion: first of all it might be a bit overwhelming for some people to control both your legion and your char. but you get used to this. ! (Do not give up) The other is that sometimes when having to move through moving platforms it might be a bit tricky. But these are minor problems in my personal opinion.

    the game has 30 fps and performance really really well on the switch no issue's at all. This game deserves a sequel but ffor that to happen we will need to wait for the next gen console of Nintendo. Astral Chain Runs amazing but I do believe that it is also pushes the switch to it's max.

    Game is a solid 8.5/10, could have been a 9 if not for the minor issue's (platforming)    … Expand
  25. Syn_optyk
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    One of the best Switch games out there so far. Load of fun and action with "just one more mission" syndrome.
  26. kekestan
    Sep 7, 2019
    10
    I really love this game. Glad that we've got something like that. I can't stop playing that
  27. apolyakov
    Sep 29, 2019
    10
    One of the best games ever (on par with Zelda). Hope story DLCs and next game are already in development.
  28. MarkKyra
    May 10, 2020
    9
    fantastic graphics, game play and music. Story leaves a bit to be desired and the ending leaves you on edge and not so satisfied. Other than that the most of the game is superb. Looking forward to what else platinum has up their sleeve!
  29. SainxtrichX
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos de platinum hasta la fecha. simplemente no quieres parar de jugar, es espectacular a mas no poder.
  30. LuisG1823
    Sep 1, 2019
    9
    Opinion sincera, el combate es lo mejor que se he visto en años, coincido con algunos redactores que dicen que el combate se siente revolucionario, no es un machacabotones como parece tiene su complejidad, el apartado artistico me encanta, se siente bonito y fresco, como punto que no me gusta son los 30fps, pero no es algo que impide disfrutarlo, en general es un juego indispensable queOpinion sincera, el combate es lo mejor que se he visto en años, coincido con algunos redactores que dicen que el combate se siente revolucionario, no es un machacabotones como parece tiene su complejidad, el apartado artistico me encanta, se siente bonito y fresco, como punto que no me gusta son los 30fps, pero no es algo que impide disfrutarlo, en general es un juego indispensable que tiene que probar si o si… Expand
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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

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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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