Astral Chain

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3468 Ratings

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  1. Sergmaster
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Gracias por el review bombing, ya que la propaganda sea buena o mala nunca le viene mal a un juego tan espectacular como este, porque cuando se da a conocer no puede hacer otra cosa que brillar.

    No digo que sea perfecto y por tanto la puntuación que le doy no lo es: hubiera preferido una historia más profunda como la de NIER Automata (pero claro, para eso es necesario un Taro. Estoy    Gracias por el review bombing, ya que la propaganda sea buena o mala nunca le viene mal a un juego tan espectacular como este, porque cuando se da a conocer no puede hacer otra cosa que brillar.

    No digo que sea perfecto y por tanto la puntuación que le doy no lo es: hubiera preferido una historia más profunda como la de NIER Automata (pero claro, para eso es necesario un Taro. Estoy deseando ver su próximo proyecto). Sin embargo si que destaca en la jugabilidad (una gran evolución del hack and slash que platinum viene desarrollando a años luz del resto del mercado), el arte anime (que personalmente me encanta) y en la banda sonora. Un juego muy amado y cuidado. Mis felicitaciones.    … Expand
  2. Jean84
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    Una joya de Nintendo switch, que a muchos les pica por qué es exclusivo.
    Gracias platiniun ganes
  3. Dboyfourlife
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    Don't listen to the haters. This game looks unreal on the switch and story and gameplay are amazing.
  4. ZXSino
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Superb combat and great visuals. Really enjoyable game. Well worth buying a Switch for.
  5. thedoc157
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    Phenomenal title! I am enjoying this game so much. I have been traveling this week and playing this game on the go is so incredible. Such high quality!
  6. lgdough
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    Pure perfection, the only plataform that deserves this masterpiece is the Nintendo Switch!
  7. SamuraiKid
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    BEST GAME EVEEEER. Sooo many cool ideas from Platinum. Why are people upset about it only being on the switch? Just get a switch, man!! Don't take out your anger on this masterpiece, plz guys!!
  8. Educhivas
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es el mejor juego de Nintendo, una buena historia y el control mas fantástico inventado, no es muy fácil de pasar cosa que se agradece, mantiene el ritmo de emoción a pesar que no es totalmente hack and slash, muy bien por nintendo ya hacia falta mas de este tipo de juegos exclusivos en la consola.… Expand
  9. Fr12
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    The best game I have played in the nintendo switch! Better than zelda BOTW.
  10. Thibaultshon
    Apr 18, 2021
    10
    I felt that my time spent on the Astral Chain was worth it as it was a thrilling experience as it had a unique combat system that never felt repetitive which I enjoyed. It also had a well-crafted world with likeable developed characters as well as beautiful art style and graphics. It has been a while since an action game has left such a positive impression that I sometimes reminisce on it.
  11. vvv123
    Apr 3, 2021
    9
    Overall, I enjoyed this game, one of my favourties on the switch! Although the story is a bit generic I really liked it and if this is a con to some, its made up by the enjoyable combat which is accessible for all players in terms of difficulty, the fast paced action gameplay and cutscenes, the music, the futuristic cyberpunk visuals and the character customisation options. I did like theOverall, I enjoyed this game, one of my favourties on the switch! Although the story is a bit generic I really liked it and if this is a con to some, its made up by the enjoyable combat which is accessible for all players in terms of difficulty, the fast paced action gameplay and cutscenes, the music, the futuristic cyberpunk visuals and the character customisation options. I did like the investigation parts of it as it did mix up the gameplay a bit, but it was a bit slow to get through at times. However, this aspect is what makes the game unique. I would re-play in future.… Expand
  12. Shinyscyther
    Apr 29, 2022
    8
    It could have been a perfect game, because its art direction, combat, music and presentation are flawless.... but good lord, the investigation parts are AWFUL BORING, without that, it could have been a 10/10, a shame...
  13. NefilimK
    Apr 13, 2021
    10
    El juego es muy bueno, para mí, es de lo mejor que he jugado en Switch, el gameplay está muy pulido y es muy frenético en las zonas de batalla, pues cada legión tiene sus usos y enfoques específicos, tu tarea es saber usar cada una en su momento debido y de forma coordinada, y todo acompañado de un buen diseño de personajes, enemigos variados, música decente, etc.

    He visto que hay gente    El juego es muy bueno, para mí, es de lo mejor que he jugado en Switch, el gameplay está muy pulido y es muy frenético en las zonas de batalla, pues cada legión tiene sus usos y enfoques específicos, tu tarea es saber usar cada una en su momento debido y de forma coordinada, y todo acompañado de un buen diseño de personajes, enemigos variados, música decente, etc.

    He visto que hay gente que le molesta las misiones secundarias, siendo sincero, no son la gran cosa, pero tampoco lo pondría como algo negativo como algunos hacen ver, en mi opinión son entretenidas. También he visto quejas del plano astral, pues es poco variado, y eso no lo voy a negar, pues la estética casi no tiene variación, pero yo me enfoqué en otra cosa, y es que los mejores puzzles se encuentran ahí.

    Si te interesa un juego difícil, yo recomendaría subir la dificultad desde el inicio, pues creo que no es tan retante si lo comparamos con otros juegos, como Bayonetta, al menos en las misiones principales, pues el juego cuenta con misiones al terminar el juego que no son difíciles, son lo siguiente.

    Este es el primer "análisis" que hago aquí, y es debido a que me hubiera gustado que este juego tuviera más éxito, que más gente descubra y juegue algo que a mí me gustó tanto, así que si tienes duda si jugarlo o no, si te llama cualquier cosa del juego, lánzate directo, te prometo que eso que te llama la atención, ya sea gameplay, ambientación o diseño, va a ser lo que piensas y más.    … Expand
  14. Captiosus
    Sep 8, 2019
    9
    Astral Chain is right up there alongside Nier: Automata as the best output Platinum Games has released this generation. It does take a bit of getting used to, controlling the legion properly, but after a few levels and some upgrades the entire combat and design flows fantastically. They're a lot of replay value here, with lots of things hidden in the levels to find, some of which requiresAstral Chain is right up there alongside Nier: Automata as the best output Platinum Games has released this generation. It does take a bit of getting used to, controlling the legion properly, but after a few levels and some upgrades the entire combat and design flows fantastically. They're a lot of replay value here, with lots of things hidden in the levels to find, some of which requires backtracking with specific legions. The gameplay is quite solid even when it pushes effects to the Switch's limits.

    Definitely worth a buy.    … Expand
  15. pcuk
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    I don't frequently replay games right away, but this one I jumped right back in. The NG+ options are excellent. If you like TRPGs, JRPGs, any Fire Emblem games, or just... good games, you will likely love this one.
  16. CrazyRah
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    A must buy for fans of excellent combat and fans of incredible soundtracks. But the game got more than that, it also got a really stylish design with some really awesome use of colours and lightening. The story and the characters are of the quality you would expect to find in this kind of game and while an area of improvement is still at such a level of quality as to no detract from theA must buy for fans of excellent combat and fans of incredible soundtracks. But the game got more than that, it also got a really stylish design with some really awesome use of colours and lightening. The story and the characters are of the quality you would expect to find in this kind of game and while an area of improvement is still at such a level of quality as to no detract from the overall experience. The level that the player can customize their character is good enough that most people should be able to find a design that they like and can look at for the 20ish hours they might need to complete the game!… Expand
  17. Impulse
    Oct 18, 2020
    10
    As someone who's always kinda liked Platinum's games but thought they were usually a bit rough around the edges, this is the most fully-realized and polished game they've put out. Tons of stuff here for both newcomers and genre veterans, and tons of surprisingly good side content and worldbuilding on top of the usual excellent combat and presentation.
  18. Damedus
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    Geat action game with many RPG elements and nice story. Diverse subquests and nice learning curve. Another hit for the switch and platinum games.
  19. CILIZ
    Sep 8, 2019
    8
    The game has pretty solid and innonative combat, but the platforming elements and the weird, riddiculous side quests extremely slows the pace. If there were no platformer levels and those side quests (carrying boxes, ice cream, injured people etc) the game would have been the best action game in years.
  20. Nico85
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    This game is really excellent, I can’t put it down. The art style is amazing and the gameplay is just so much fun. Once you get the hang of switching between legions you can pull off sone really flashy and fun moves! Don’t listen to all the negative reviews, it might not be your cup of tea but it’s a brilliant new ip for Nintendo. A must play in my book!
  21. luminaxster
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    This game is epic. Clapping back at trolls giving 0 scores! #AstralChainThis
  22. friedtofu1992
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    These review bombs because kids or adults that don't have jobs or can't save up for the cheapest console on the market is hilarious. Another amazing Platinum Games release.

    Easy to start, incredibly difficult to master combat; which you never really need to "master" unless you're going for the highest ranks in each mission. Love the use of astrals not only as battle companions but    These review bombs because kids or adults that don't have jobs or can't save up for the cheapest console on the market is hilarious. Another amazing Platinum Games release.

    Easy to start, incredibly difficult to master combat; which you never really need to "master" unless you're going for the highest ranks in each mission.

    Love the use of astrals not only as battle companions but when in the open world finding hidden areas, traversing terrain you couldn't before and using them to assist you in multiple ways with your case and side-missions.

    I haven't gotten too far into the story yet, but it didn't pull me in quite as fast as a title like nier: automata did. It feels like there are a lot of parallels to the nier world just in terms of the situation Earth is in along with a team of NPCs to help you figure out just what exactly is going on at any point in time.

    I normally play on handheld but for this title I'll most likely play on docked only, the pro controller just feels better for overall movement and combat while the switch itself feels a bit clunky IMO.

    Overall, great impressions so far. Can't wait to continue through and hopefully 100% the game.    … Expand
  23. slim1985
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    amazing game i dont really know whats wrong with all these hating reviews just dont trust them and try it yourself im enjoying it so far
  24. Smashley
    Aug 31, 2019
    8
    Gameplay is essentially pokemon ranger X Ace Attorney. Story is essentially a futuristic/apocalyptic shounen anime. It's not super original but it is charming at times. Combat has a lot of mechanics to master but feels great once you do. I'd recommend it overall.
  25. NanGamer
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Não deem ouvidos a esses idiotas que estão acabando com o jogo só porque o mesmo não está incluso no seu videogamezinho do coração. Astral Chain é um doz melhores jogos de ação dos últimos anos, com um sistema de batalhas inovador e uma gameplay que varia entre ação e investigação. Ótima adição ao ja incrível catálogo do Switch. Parabéns a Nintendo e principalmente a Platinum Games.Não deem ouvidos a esses idiotas que estão acabando com o jogo só porque o mesmo não está incluso no seu videogamezinho do coração. Astral Chain é um doz melhores jogos de ação dos últimos anos, com um sistema de batalhas inovador e uma gameplay que varia entre ação e investigação. Ótima adição ao ja incrível catálogo do Switch. Parabéns a Nintendo e principalmente a Platinum Games.
  26. scorp332211
    Mar 28, 2021
    8
    This is a pretty good game overall for the Switch. It has quite a bit of action. However the enemy types are not varied enough-except bosses. It gets a bit repetitive with the combat. I found the investigation activities to be pretty boring. I just wanted to get through them to get to more action. This is not the constant action of Bayonetta. The missions (Files) are very long- about 1-2This is a pretty good game overall for the Switch. It has quite a bit of action. However the enemy types are not varied enough-except bosses. It gets a bit repetitive with the combat. I found the investigation activities to be pretty boring. I just wanted to get through them to get to more action. This is not the constant action of Bayonetta. The missions (Files) are very long- about 1-2 hours or more for each file. The final files are challenging. Overall I found it to be an interesting game and worth a shot if you can get a good deal on it.… Expand
  27. hippydude75
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    Another masterpiece from Platinum. The combat is the most unique I’ve played in a while and definitely hits their standard of awesomeness. The setting, art style and soundtrack and all top tier. Getting used to 30fps was one of the only downsides to this game. The other being I feel the story could have been fleshed out a bit more, although there will probably be a lot I catch on my secondAnother masterpiece from Platinum. The combat is the most unique I’ve played in a while and definitely hits their standard of awesomeness. The setting, art style and soundtrack and all top tier. Getting used to 30fps was one of the only downsides to this game. The other being I feel the story could have been fleshed out a bit more, although there will probably be a lot I catch on my second play through. This along with DMC5 and Sekiro are my contenders for goty. What an awesome year for action games!… Expand
  28. Daher
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    Amazing game! A New way to play the genre. A true master piece from Platinum Games. I'm really in love for this.
  29. lord_ahmad1912
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    This game is great. Once you finish file 2 the combat open up and the more time you spend playing it and unlock more moves and abilities, the better it becomes. The music is amazing, the story is very interesting with some deep lore and likable characters. Sequel when?
  30. Schteinbrenner
    Oct 28, 2020
    10
    Очень понравилась игра. Необычный стиль киберпанк. Чем-то напоминает фильм Призрак в доспехах. Не пожалел, что купил игру. Очень рекомендую.
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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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