Astral Chain

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3468 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 143 out of 3468
  3. Negative: 246 out of 3468
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  1. Max007
    Jan 16, 2020
    10
    Que rabia me da la gente que puntúa con menos de un 8 este juego. Eso denota que no lo han jugado.

    He flipado con este juego, es una obra de arte, hay muchos momentos en los que te dan ganas de gritar de la emoción con lo que pasa y también pasan muchas cosas que ni se te ocurrían que podían pasar y flipas. Increible. Dan ganas de rejugarlo. JUGABILIDAD impresionante a vista parece    Que rabia me da la gente que puntúa con menos de un 8 este juego. Eso denota que no lo han jugado.

    He flipado con este juego, es una obra de arte, hay muchos momentos en los que te dan ganas de gritar de la emoción con lo que pasa y también pasan muchas cosas que ni se te ocurrían que podían pasar y flipas. Increible.
    Dan ganas de rejugarlo. JUGABILIDAD impresionante a vista parece difícil pero en cuanto le cojes el punto es facilicimo e innovador.
    SONIDO impresionante, acertado en todo momento, te mete en escena y te hace flipar lo más. Lo he jugado con cascos y el sonido te mete de lleno y no se si eran por mis cascos pero sentía el sonido 3d brutal.
    GRÁFICOS excelentes. Diría que el mejor de la switch, y va fluido, no da tirones, una delicia ala vista.
    INNOVACIÓN increíble, jugar con 2 personajes a la vez, la cantidad de pisibilidades que se pueden hacer con esto. La mezcla de géneros y la cantidad de cosas que se hace aparte de pelear y pelear como otros en su géneros.    … Expand
  2. DeonRufiyo
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    This Nintendo Switch exclusive is a solid inter dimensional hack and slash game with a perfect anime feel.
  3. OooHesGood
    Feb 9, 2020
    10
    Didn't think it was my type of game, I was wrong. So glad I took a chance and bought this. I usually don't like hack n slash sort of games (Bayonetta, DMC ect.) but this game does it amazing, feels fluid, has depth and variety, it offers a challenge but never feels unfair and you always feel powerful and capable. Visuals are filled with popping colors and neon, music is a bit of cyberpunkDidn't think it was my type of game, I was wrong. So glad I took a chance and bought this. I usually don't like hack n slash sort of games (Bayonetta, DMC ect.) but this game does it amazing, feels fluid, has depth and variety, it offers a challenge but never feels unfair and you always feel powerful and capable. Visuals are filled with popping colors and neon, music is a bit of cyberpunk style but leans more towards rock, CyberRock? (I don't usually like rock but this is good), music during non combat creates a perfect ambience, plenty of customization, more exploration than I expected which is good, I'm usually not very pulled in by stories but this was simple to understand and interesting enough to want to understand. It has it all and does it all very well!… Expand
  4. JakeyBoy
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    Made an account to post this review. When I'm not playing this game, I am thinking about the next chance I will get to pick up my switch and hop back in. Seriously fun, satisfying combat mixed with an engaging story and considerable learning curve make for an incredible experience that is well worth your time and money.
  5. Redzzz
    Feb 27, 2020
    10
    One of my Favourite switch games, and maybe even one of my Favourite nintendo games in the last ten years. The Combat is increadible and the story is extreamly good as well. Sadly people gave this game bad reviews because its a Switch exclusive
  6. AngryGeri
    Jun 10, 2020
    10
    The music is beautiful, the graphics are really unique and outstanding and the gameplay overall is just really fun. Some of the cinematics make me feel I'm wathcing anime, because the story is really great too! Loved the game
  7. nirik_prinz
    Mar 6, 2020
    10
    Excellent game-play, very dynamic combat system, Graphics and setting on top. But dialogues ... like in cheap drama!
  8. KINGTUTT52
    Jan 29, 2021
    10
    This game is criminally underrated. One of PlatinumGames best work. I would love to see a sequel for this game
  9. The_Final_Boss
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Character customization's (Including their name, your twin will always be Akira though). Fun and interactive combat style. Visually nice graphics. Soundtrack is great too with an Anime like opening and ending. In the interview the game's director mentioned they were going for an Anime vibe.
  10. IvanEscoto
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    This game made me put a lot of attention on the controls, that made the combat system immersive and I loved it, as for the investigations pre missions, well it was repetitive but I loved to see the Ark and its people.
    If u want a great experience and great visuals for the switch u have to play this game.
  11. Deviljhoe
    May 11, 2020
    10
    Excellent game, great music, graphics and gameplay, one one my favorites in this console
  12. Tafi
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    Dudava si comprar-me lo o no ya que no havia oido a hablar mucho del juego però lo veia muy chulo. Decidí comprar-lo y estoy contento de haver-lo comprado creo que es un juego muy bueno y muy infravalorado. Si estais dudando si comprar-lo os animo a que si!
  13. Luzbel
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    Frenetic hack & slash combined with exploration and RPG touches... Pure Platinum Games... Action, adrenaline at it's full... Wonderful cyberpunk aesthetics, storyline with anime/manga vibes and kickass soundtrack. A satisfying gem for the Nintendo Switch
  14. Fulmindark
    Apr 18, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i think this is one of the best game in the world and the soundtrack are good like the spectacular story… Expand
  15. BilalG
    Apr 18, 2020
    10
    good game in nintendo switch i love plateniom لعبة رائعة وحصرية ممتازل للسويتش
  16. Malkevian
    May 12, 2020
    10
    Один из моих фаворитов 2019 года! игра способна удивить своим наротивом а так же подбрить ощущение присутствия в аниме. Очень интересная боевая система, подкрепленная механиками игры ненавязчиво заставляет игрока пользоваться всем потенциалом персонажа! Очень рекомендую к ознакомлению.Один из моих фаворитов 2019 года! игра способна удивить своим наротивом а так же подбрить ощущение присутствия в аниме. Очень интересная боевая система, подкрепленная механиками игры ненавязчиво заставляет игрока пользоваться всем потенциалом персонажа! Очень рекомендую к ознакомлению.
  17. Blackfalco
    May 5, 2020
    10
    a great game, good graphic good sountrack, anyway ... good game ... ahh and haters enjoy their ffvii better ...
  18. pinkyyoshii
    May 25, 2020
    10
    Great game. I actually like this one more than Byoneta. It looks and plays amazing on switch and the world it creates is amazing.
  19. Konstantin2358
    Jun 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Крутая игра, очень интересная и захватывающая.… Expand
  20. Ibal
    Jun 13, 2020
    10
    Great game! While its story is generic, narrative is good in the game, visuals are gorgeous and it runs extremely well. Only a few framerate issues from time to time but nothing that ruins the experience.
    Totally recommended for any Switch owner.
  21. Nayl
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos do switch ja feitos. Jogabilidade fluida, trilha sonora impecavel e graficos lindissimos. Um titulo mais que necessario para quem tem um nintendo switch.
  22. Dixio
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Impresionante, infravalorado y totalmente adictivo, una historia algo complicada de entender, pero que te atrapa poco a poco hasta que te da el deseo de indagar y buscar mas por internet, la jugabilidad es impresionante y el desenlace es demoledor, recomendadisimo.
  23. Normaali12
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Great game lvvljlvvlhllhlhlhhlvkvkhkvkvkkhhlhllhhlvkvkkvkvvkkvhhlvvkvkkvkkvvk
  24. Metairla
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Una obra maestra de parte de platinum games. Unos gráficos espectaculares en nintendo switch, unas mecánicas de dúos geniales, una historia decente y unos controles super versátiles. Una lástima que no tenga la fama que se merece. Totalmente recordando
  25. Anr0
    Nov 3, 2020
    10
    Obra maestra de Platinum Game, juego tras juego se superan sin duda son los reyes del Hack and Slash.
  26. Gastly67
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego que platinum games haya creado para nintendo, un juego entretenidismo lleno de accion con una banda sonora increible y adictiva
  27. Ezetheus
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Played for 50 hours so far. Excelent new IP with a lot of content for completionists and interesting story. The OST is great (Dark Hero is top) and setting fabulous. I had the same fun as while playing Nier:Automata.
  28. HypnoVike
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    This is one of the strangest and most unique beat-em ups I have ever played and I liked it quite a lot. Some of the best graphics of any Switch game, combat is satisfying, and skill trees allow for variations on how to approach combat. Story was a little cheesy and the investigation sections of the game can drag on, but overall I liked the game a lot and if you have a Switch you owe it toThis is one of the strangest and most unique beat-em ups I have ever played and I liked it quite a lot. Some of the best graphics of any Switch game, combat is satisfying, and skill trees allow for variations on how to approach combat. Story was a little cheesy and the investigation sections of the game can drag on, but overall I liked the game a lot and if you have a Switch you owe it to yourself to play this game.… Expand
  29. Dorichannel
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Borrowed this game from my best friend...It's so good! Definitely Top 10 for the Switch! Gameplay is crisp, visuals are simple but beautiful, story is compelling, the usage of different innovative systems and dynamics (detective work, changing weapons/legions, etc.) is stunning. The "Viewtiful Joe Effect"!
  30. Tri9322
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    I originally played this game, gave it an 8/10 and wrote this review:

    A very good game, I really liked it. The story is good, and while I didn't delve into it, I could tell there was a lot of lore too. The graphics are amazing and it is one of the best looking games on switch. The combat is fun, and the music is phenomenal. A few of the investigation parts of the game felt a little    I originally played this game, gave it an 8/10 and wrote this review:

    A very good game, I really liked it. The story is good, and while I didn't delve into it, I could tell there was a lot of lore too. The graphics are amazing and it is one of the best looking games on switch. The combat is fun, and the music is phenomenal. A few of the investigation parts of the game felt a little slow and dragged on for me, but that is not a problem most people face. The main story was also a tad bit short, and if you aren't into replaying missions with more difficulty you might not get a ton of content past the main game. I loved the futuristic city setting. A very good game, play it if you can.

    Upon replaying, I am giving it a 10/10. This game is amazing, I love it, and everyone should play it. The combat is great and complex, all the hidden things to do are fun and customization is fun. Amazing game, I could write more but I'll keep it brief. Play it!    … 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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