Astral Chain

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3468 Ratings

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  1. Kherti
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    I'm only in the first chapters, but it is one of the best game on switch. A good story telling and a really good and fun gameplay. The mechanics are simple but with the legions you can do a lot of things
    (sorry for the bad english but i'm italian)
  2. Panda25
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Es un gran juego, con mecánicas solidas y un gran aporte al catalogo de switch, grande platinum
  3. Onisoka
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    First, yes, i played the game, unlike those idiots giving it a 0 (disgusting other consoles fanboys childishly review bombing) or 10 for no serious reasons.
    Second, while the game isn't perfect technicaly speaking, it looks (good artstyle) and runs (stable 30 fps, with some rare drops to 27 fps at worse) fantastic, even without taking in account that it is a switch (for reminder, a    First, yes, i played the game, unlike those idiots giving it a 0 (disgusting other consoles fanboys childishly review bombing) or 10 for no serious reasons.
    Second, while the game isn't perfect technicaly speaking, it looks (good artstyle) and runs (stable 30 fps, with some rare drops to 27 fps at worse) fantastic, even without taking in account that it is a switch (for reminder, a handheld hardware) game.
    Third, the story so far is good (i didn't finish it for now but i'm decently advanced) but i won't talk about it because don't wanna spoil.
    Fourth, NO, the 30 fps framerate doesn't impact the fluidity of the combat.
    Fifth, the combat itself is as good as you would except from a Platinum Games product : intense, with a deep complexity, the possibility of doing stylish combos as always. My only complain about this point is the foe locking that i don't know how to use without making the camera go crazy in a fight against multiple ennemis, especially flying ones. But maybe that's just because i'm really bad xD.
    Sixth, the gameplay diversity is dope, with the police cases that make you explore the various half-open places present in the game.

    In conclusion, a great (but not perfect, of course) action game, and a good addition to the now long list of Switch's classics.

    A little sidenote : the Switch exclusivity is perfectly logic considering Nintendo litteraly funded and helped the developpement of the game...    … Expand
  4. mknight
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    No game is perfect, but this one is pretty darn fun. Dazzling graphics with a very unique Blade-Runner-meets-Naruto color palette, fun and varied combat that give me a Devil-May-Cry-meets-Vanquish feeling; fun side- and main-quests, just an overall joy to play, especially in couch mode on a big screen.
  5. SanelVella
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Planed on getting this game to wait for Bayonetta 3... And man, i wish this game gets sequels. The combat is pretty methodical and chaotic at the same time. The Legion mechanic gives it some beautiful difficulty to master, which is a challenge most people will definitely try on. The OST of this game is one of the best that Platinum has made. Even if the story isn't a great as it could'vePlaned on getting this game to wait for Bayonetta 3... And man, i wish this game gets sequels. The combat is pretty methodical and chaotic at the same time. The Legion mechanic gives it some beautiful difficulty to master, which is a challenge most people will definitely try on. The OST of this game is one of the best that Platinum has made. Even if the story isn't a great as it could've been, the game stands out for so many things that you don't really pay attention to that. The game is a great addition to the Switch library and is a MUST BUY to every fan of action games. Truly hope Nintendo and Platinum consider making a sequel on this.… Expand
  6. 820_alvaro
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Al principio no me gustaba tanto el modo de combate, pero luego me acostumbre y me encanta. Jugué unas 17 horas y esta guapo el juego.
  7. BanditoPL
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Amazing Game
  8. Imanol_Loizaga1
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    This was my first experience with a videogame developed by Platinum Games and I found it pretty awesome. I think that the Hack and Slash part of the gameplay is very good and very beautiful and astonishing visually. The other part of the gameplay (a more relaxing one, without action and finding clues or helping citizens) gives you a break from the fights and lets you explore and enjoy theThis was my first experience with a videogame developed by Platinum Games and I found it pretty awesome. I think that the Hack and Slash part of the gameplay is very good and very beautiful and astonishing visually. The other part of the gameplay (a more relaxing one, without action and finding clues or helping citizens) gives you a break from the fights and lets you explore and enjoy the scenery.

    About its graphics, I would say they are astonishing for a Nintendo Switch. With a 720p resolution and 30 FPS (without FPS drop in the 99% of the game), the game can be played in an extremely pleasant way, both in the portable mode and in the TV mode.

    Talking about the story, I consider that Astral Chain has a decent story: it isn't bad and it isn't amazingly good. There are some characters that you will find pleasant and others who you won't care about, as they appear like 10 minutes and no more.

    In my opinion, this game is one of the best ones that the Nintendo Switch is getting in 2019 and I extremely recommend giving it a try.    … Expand
  9. Amplifi
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    Fantastic title by far , though graphics not 1080 at max 900p docked and 720p handheld, music and gameplay overall very solid, enticing to play again for the 100% , the mechanics and gameplay solid 10 for sure knowing that this game does utilize a majority of the buttons on the pro controller and joycons best platinum game i played so far by platinum games and for sure one of my favFantastic title by far , though graphics not 1080 at max 900p docked and 720p handheld, music and gameplay overall very solid, enticing to play again for the 100% , the mechanics and gameplay solid 10 for sure knowing that this game does utilize a majority of the buttons on the pro controller and joycons best platinum game i played so far by platinum games and for sure one of my fav titles of 2019, definitely a must buy for switch owners, do hope a sequel does come for this game. Graphics aren’t everything is to keep in mind as long as the game is fun , has great story , and great music it’s solid, would of loved 1080p with less rough edges but either ways something down the line the devs can fix and polish in the next game or so on. ^^… Expand
  10. opsedar
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    Top notched action-packed gameplay, exceptional graphical presentation on such a very weak hardware, astonishing music & sound composition fits the cyberpunk theme very well, features a very well thought progression system on top of very high replay-ability value, decent voice acting only falls short on the lip sync deducting some of the immersion value as well as its platforming elementsTop notched action-packed gameplay, exceptional graphical presentation on such a very weak hardware, astonishing music & sound composition fits the cyberpunk theme very well, features a very well thought progression system on top of very high replay-ability value, decent voice acting only falls short on the lip sync deducting some of the immersion value as well as its platforming elements which hinders the open-world feeling. Despite that, a very worthy GOTY contender for 2019.… Expand
  11. XavierGreen
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Hermoso juego!!! historia atrapante y jugabilidad muy buena e intuitiva.
    Platinum Games siempre hace muy buenos juegos y este Astral Chain no es la excepción !!!
  12. IsraelZeroX
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Un juego divertido y espectacular digno de platinum games, estética y personalidad unicas
  13. ThonnyHill
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    O game possui boa jogabilidade, história bacana, dificuldade certa e ótimos gráficos. Os únicos defeitos são: a câmera, que muitas vezes se mostra imprecisa e os fatos de o protagonista ser mudo e não pular. Mas fora isso, o game merece sim um 9.0.
  14. Fernando5527
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    El juego es fantástico! Historia, jugabilidad nueva lo que le mete su respectiva dificultad, unas bandas sonoras excelentes, gráficos buenos, lo único que no me gustó es el modo cooperativo, pensé que el segundo podría controlar la legión un poco más libre, pero no de ahí, todo genial!!!!!
  15. conandc
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    Sin duda uno de los mejores juegos que puedes encontrar en Nintendo Switch. Se nota que es marca Platinum Games. Frenético, con una duración interesante, una historia simple pero que te atrapa, unos personajes ideales... Ha sido divertido a más no poder.

    El único problema es la cámara. En combates frenéticos se vuelve un poco loca, aunque finalmente te acabas acostumbrando. Sin embargo    Sin duda uno de los mejores juegos que puedes encontrar en Nintendo Switch. Se nota que es marca Platinum Games. Frenético, con una duración interesante, una historia simple pero que te atrapa, unos personajes ideales... Ha sido divertido a más no poder.

    El único problema es la cámara. En combates frenéticos se vuelve un poco loca, aunque finalmente te acabas acostumbrando. Sin embargo esto me hace bajarle la nota del 10. Aún así... Gracias por este juego, Platinum y Nintendo!    … Expand
  16. Vic93
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    Un juego brillante, graficos estilizados y una trama atrapante. El toque futurista del juego le da una ambientacion atrapante y el gameplay es muy divertido, no tiene nada que envidiarle a Nier: Automata
  17. Vyse87
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    Platinium game lo ha hecho. Ha logrado exprimir a full la consola Nintendo Switch con este pedazo de juego. El juego se mueve muy bien en el dock y se nota que han cuidado los detalles cuando se pasa al modo consola. Desde el comienzo de la historia, ya se vislumbra una excelente trama y se empieza con mucha voragine y velocidad. Los controles al principio es un poco engorroso manejarlos,Platinium game lo ha hecho. Ha logrado exprimir a full la consola Nintendo Switch con este pedazo de juego. El juego se mueve muy bien en el dock y se nota que han cuidado los detalles cuando se pasa al modo consola. Desde el comienzo de la historia, ya se vislumbra una excelente trama y se empieza con mucha voragine y velocidad. Los controles al principio es un poco engorroso manejarlos, pero se agarra la vuelta enseguida. Bien por Platinium y bien por nintendo.… Expand
  18. Tiredofit
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    One of the best action games from Platinum and definitely my favorite since Automata. Beautiful graphics, steady frame rate and great soundtrack, not to mention the gameplay, crafted to perfection from years of Platinum's experience with action combat systems. It's pretty amazing that this runs on Switch, let alone being an exclusive, which never hurts! Absolutely reccomended. If you're inOne of the best action games from Platinum and definitely my favorite since Automata. Beautiful graphics, steady frame rate and great soundtrack, not to mention the gameplay, crafted to perfection from years of Platinum's experience with action combat systems. It's pretty amazing that this runs on Switch, let alone being an exclusive, which never hurts! Absolutely reccomended. If you're in doubt, just ask yourself wether you liked previous Platinum's games or not.… Expand
  19. keikurono
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    Excelente juego, muy entretenido y jugable un buen hack and slash un juego diferente a lo que nos acostumbra Nintento con mucho Mario ya mereciamos algo diferente
  20. rusoman
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    One of the best games I have played on the nintendo switch, a definitive 9 game, although in my opinion it still does not exceed xenoblade 2, but it was very close, if the game had not been so linear I would have given it 10 sure, What I liked most was the original battle system.
  21. Andresayan
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    excellent story and the game mode I loved in terms of graphics is fine is more how well I could improve the music of the game is very cool and enjoyable.
  22. Doctor9068
    Oct 12, 2019
    9
    Отличная (но не идеальная) игра с нестандартной боевой системой!
  23. Ivmh
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    Espectacular!!! Casi perfecto!!! La verdad es que Nintendo lo está haciendo de escándalo!!! Creo que es un básico y exclusivo!!!
  24. Potasticpunda
    Sep 20, 2019
    9
    Una joya mas de Platinum Games, excelente dirección de arte, OST y gameplay
  25. Kibochan
    Sep 5, 2019
    9
    Juegazo. Apartado artístico y sonoro excelente. El mejor hack n Slash en años.
  26. MelronPeredor
    Sep 5, 2019
    9
    Very solid action game, intriguing mechanics making it deeper than simple hack and slash. Well worth it.
  27. Lifthrasil
    Sep 9, 2019
    9
    Astral Chain is a very good Action game, with great combat and I'm enjoying the story as well. Worst part of the game are the platforming section which there aren't too many so far.

    It's also great fun doing side quests, or picking up cans to throw into the bin, for some reason. If you enjoy action games, this is the game for you.
  28. Dodec
    Sep 5, 2019
    9
    Excellent game. Intuitive action play broken up by sections of great world building that give a nice change of pace. Really nice looking graphics (using the switch to the best of its abilities). More cats than expected. Bonus.
  29. MelancholicKeem
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    -The game's music is amazing
    -Base combat felt boring at the beginning however the introduction of the chain makes the combat so much better and turns the combat from a boring to very interesting
    -The story is interesting and fun the LA Noire like detective gameplay is a nice change of pace - The art style is very anime-like and different making it not feel like other games which is    -The game's music is amazing
    -Base combat felt boring at the beginning however the introduction of the chain makes the combat so much better and turns the combat from a boring to very interesting
    -The story is interesting and fun the LA Noire like detective gameplay is a nice change of pace
    - The art style is very anime-like and different making it not feel like other games which is nice.
    - Overall it is dope game for the switch I would 100% recommend.    … Expand
  30. Anticaixista
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    Simply wonderful, Platinum Games always surprising us, this game keeps you on the go with a frantic and very fun gameplay!
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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
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#70 Most Shared Switch Game of 2019

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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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