Astral Chain

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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. Nykola
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Aamazing platinium games, It's better than Bayonetta in every point, I did not play Nier so I can't compare with this one.
  2. Leigh28
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Please dont listen to the negitive reviews as you'll find most of them are written by sony fanboys that are unhappy that astral chain is only on the switch. Its a pathetic attack by toxic sony fanboys! And metacritic should stomp it out! Game is simple fantastic, you should definitely buy it!
  3. Philms91
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    It’s amazing. Platinum at its beat. People rating it poorly are salty people who haven’t even played the game and are annoyed it’s a switch exclusive, which is silly because that has nothing to do with how good or bad the game is.
  4. NickyIB
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is awesome Much better than expected How good is a game like this on Nintendo? Still giving a low score?… Expand
  5. Pikus
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    A very good game, another great exclusive title for Nintendo Switch, i recommend
  6. sjmartin79
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    What a fantastic game! A total win for Platinum and the Switch! Beautifully done, and very eclectic gameplay. Bravo!
  7. Gappystar
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Simply an incredible game. Must buy for the switch for sure, and something more or less anyone can enjoy.
  8. Oboewan
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Great Gameplay, Great Story, Great Art Style, Great Soundtrack. It’s worth buying a Switch just for this game.
  9. Jaironwaters
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    The best Platinum Games game with NieR Automata. Better than Bayonetta, with a much more interesting story and gameplay. Very good graphics and great soundtrack. One of the best games for Switch.
  10. MestreDoTerror
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Melhor jogo do Nintendo Switch, junto com Zelda Botw. Vale cada centavo da compra!
  11. sanitariusz
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Great game with great gameplay and story. Musthave for any gamer. Good job Platinum!
  12. MtDracke
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Trilha sonora excelente, história nem interessante mad o jogo ser destaca no sistema de combate, q sistema de combate maravilhoso
  13. Nb2
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    I was skeptical because of the graphics on youtube. But after playing first hand, i was blown away. So cinematic, feels like your playing a japanese anime, everything just works and is amazing. Didn't hit me hard like Nier automata did but it is close. Awesome game. Highly recommend.
  14. Zelink
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Excelent gameplay, i luv ya the soundtrack, platinum games as created a very very good game
  15. Framomi
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    GOTY 2019 , apartado técnico, visual , sonoro sencillamente perfectos . Luce increíble con un “cell-shading” como los mejores animes . Se nota el mimo que han dejado en el juego. Compra obligatoria
  16. JosNeto012
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    No importa si va a 30 FPS (Que muchos juegos de la PS4 va incluso a menos) es un JUEGAZO, GOTY
  17. Meratror
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    Este juego tiene muy buenas bases para ser el goty de este año, ya que destaca en todos tus apartados, tanto en gráficos, como jugabilidas e historia, no está de más darle una oportunidad y quedar asombrado con esta obra maestra 7u7
  18. VSDalSheron
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    If the only thing I have to suffer under is the 30fps, then I still say, PERFECTION ATTAINED!
    Those who criticize graphics on a Nintendo console have no understanding of what Nintendo is all about. Get bent complainers, this game is truly great!
  19. ElTomasso
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Nice graphics, gameplay and EVERYTHING! Also, GOOD story with a lot of characters with great personality
  20. Swag4Applez
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Epic. I don't understand why people want to review bombed a game they haven't even purchased. Please don't pay attention to the negative reviews and watch Nintendo Life's review of this game to make up your mind.
  21. Cruga
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Wonderfull game, full of action, good graphic, funny! I love the character desing
  22. Angelhealy87
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Excelente concepto, muy buena historia y gameplay súper interesante. Se siente como una evolución del gameplay de bayonetta con las características ya conocidas de los juegos de platinum games. Definitivamente una excelente colaboración.
  23. Simoncino
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Great action, great character design and great soundtrack. Made in Platinum Games.
    Beware of the fake reviews due to the fanboys/hardware elitist saltiness.
  24. MattDTU
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Direction Artistique au top !
    Univers riche et surtout cohérent.
    Astral Chain ce révèle être le Hit imaginé des les 1eres images.
    Le Gameplay s'étoffe au fil de l'aventure, pour être au final un des jeux Platinum Game le plus complet.
  25. Spikanor
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    I can give nothing but the max rating to this game. Maybe it tooks a little longer to learn the major mechanics if you are not used to Platinum style but once you get used to that you won't never turn off the Switch. Fast and "beautiful to see" combat system, the mysterious "detective" moments and a very interesting plot are the ingredients of this recipe. I did not feel like this sinceI can give nothing but the max rating to this game. Maybe it tooks a little longer to learn the major mechanics if you are not used to Platinum style but once you get used to that you won't never turn off the Switch. Fast and "beautiful to see" combat system, the mysterious "detective" moments and a very interesting plot are the ingredients of this recipe. I did not feel like this since xenoblade 2. It's a must have.… Expand
  26. MagicMaria
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    For the players...but not for PS4!
    Take this Sony!
  27. dr0nzer
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    Very anime-esque feel to the game, this format makes it quite refreshing from the other typical AAA's out there, combat can feel a bit slow at times, the game does feel like it's an experiment from Platinum so it's not going to be to everyones tastes but if you have an open mind, you may find it a surprise.
    To me I thought it was pretty impressive.
  28. Mister_3
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Videogame fantastico ed imperdibile. Un gameplay unico e accattivante, trama e caracter design pazzeschi. Anche le sound track sono particolari ed accattivanti.
  29. nkarafo
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Fantastic game! I like it more than Bayonetta and I like that it has a story and exploration.
  30. hkjhkjh
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    I usually never rate games on Metacritic or write a review, but I give Astra Chain 10/10 points just to compensate for the idiots who review-bombing the game.

    Nevertheless, I have played the game currently 8 hours and it is really a lot of fun, also the resolution of the game in both docked-mode and undocked-mode looks very good, I've experienced framedrops only very few (while fights    I usually never rate games on Metacritic or write a review, but I give Astra Chain 10/10 points just to compensate for the idiots who review-bombing the game.

    Nevertheless, I have played the game currently 8 hours and it is really a lot of fun, also the resolution of the game in both docked-mode and undocked-mode looks very good, I've experienced framedrops only very few (while fights where very much was going on), Platinum Games did a great job in that regard

    I dont know what score I would give the game when I played it through, but right now I would give the game a 9/10. (but i will still leave it by 10/10 on metacritic just for the review-bombers)    … Expand
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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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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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