Astral Chain

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3468 Ratings

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  1. julian111
    Oct 18, 2019
    1
    I am sorry but it is just not a good game. I love Platinum games and for me Nier Automata is the best game i ever played, but this....NO. It has too many mechanics, too much to control
  2. Dankeks
    Oct 15, 2019
    10
    One of the best games on Switch! Really cool cut scenes, a variety of action and characters that you empathize with throughout the game. Huge scope in terms of costomization and a large selection of skills. Character Design 10/10
  3. diogoabl
    Oct 16, 2019
    10
    Arte, história, trilha sonora, jogabilidade perfeitas. Pra quem é fã de DMC e possui um Nintendo Switch, é um jogo obrigatório. Jogo incrível e com post-game insano de difícil pra quem é hardcore!
  4. bokchoi1018
    Oct 15, 2019
    9
    The middle part of the gameplay for me was pretty dragging and uninteresting, but the opening 2 chapters and the last couple of chapters were experiences that I've never experienced when playing a video game. Great job Platinum Games, you have made yet another fantastic game.
  5. AmiigoCD
    Oct 15, 2019
    10
    Unbelievably innovative, endlessly entertaining. Platinum does it again. One of the best New IP this generation.
  6. Colombogamer
    Oct 13, 2019
    10
    Es un excelente juego, me gustó mucho sus mecánicas de juego y la historia es entretenida, la temática de las legiones es algo muy bien implementado y estoy feliz de que logré lo que deseaba y es divertirme mucho, la estética es muy buena!
  7. Welkinz
    Oct 12, 2019
    8
    The fighting is really fun, thought sometimes the camera tends to move everywhere, making it hard to see what is going on around. The investigation part and side tasks sometimes feel too long
  8. Doctor9068
    Oct 12, 2019
    9
    Отличная (но не идеальная) игра с нестандартной боевой системой!
  9. Lord_Sec
    Oct 11, 2019
    10
    Platinum games are the best delevopers. Astral chain is in my top 5 games ever with nier automata and bayonetta 2. Music is one of best soundtracks with story and gameplay like bayonetta and nier. Masterpiece
  10. LordSec
    Oct 11, 2019
    10
    This is with Nier Automata and Bayonetta 2 best games ever played. Story, soundtrack, gameplay, caracters and presetation are incredible. Platinum games are best delevopers and bring one of best soundtracks for every game. Go and buy this game if you like action games!
  11. Mogakumono
    Oct 10, 2019
    8
    The gameplay is really good, elevating the lesser parts of the game. The story is Evangelion-lite and by the numbers. The red shift plane is a fatiguing and boring world which I am finding myself pushing through. Detective and city dwelling busywork is fine, but also gets a bit old. The game could have been distilled to a shorter length in a similar vein to Devil May Cry 5 (an arguablyThe gameplay is really good, elevating the lesser parts of the game. The story is Evangelion-lite and by the numbers. The red shift plane is a fatiguing and boring world which I am finding myself pushing through. Detective and city dwelling busywork is fine, but also gets a bit old. The game could have been distilled to a shorter length in a similar vein to Devil May Cry 5 (an arguably better title). It sounds like I hate the game, but the truth is the gameplay really keeps me coming back for more... The sensation of wrapping monsters up in your chain and throwing yourself around is amazing, though not recommended on the standard Joy Cons as any normal sized hand will feel cramped.… Expand
  12. appledinger
    Oct 10, 2019
    9
    This game is among the best AAA titles I've ever played. The action is fun and intuitive, it uses a ton of stupid, fun melodramatic anime tropes. The difficulty curve is good (except for the second mission, which kind of sucked) and there's a wide variety of strategies and play styles.

    The only issue is platforming. It sucks, plain and simple. It works fine on big platforms, but if you    This game is among the best AAA titles I've ever played. The action is fun and intuitive, it uses a ton of stupid, fun melodramatic anime tropes. The difficulty curve is good (except for the second mission, which kind of sucked) and there's a wide variety of strategies and play styles.

    The only issue is platforming. It sucks, plain and simple. It works fine on big platforms, but if you nudge the corner of an obstacle or if you are aiming for a small target you're screwed. On the bright side, it's almost never required to do the really hard platforming. If you are a completionist, get ready to fall off a lot of ledges though.    … Expand
  13. Meeleepit
    Oct 10, 2019
    7
    So in my experience the combination of fighting and detective work makes this game super fun.

    What i don't like is the super complex combat system. it might be because i am a old school gamer and not used to bashing millions of buttons but it feels over complex ed. Graphics is superb considering this game runs on the switch. Sound track is epic . Best enjoyed with the pro    So in my experience the combination of fighting and detective work makes this game super fun.

    What i don't like is the super complex combat system. it might be because i am a old school gamer and not used to bashing millions of buttons but it feels over complex ed.

    Graphics is superb considering this game runs on the switch.

    Sound track is epic .

    Best enjoyed with the pro controller and not with the joycons at all.

    Unfortunately this games is not worth the full retail price.    … Expand
  14. Zuldane
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    Simply one of the best action games of the year and quite possibly Platinum Games's best ever
  15. H4RL3QU1N
    Oct 6, 2019
    8
    A fun action game with a weird amount of simplicity and complexity to the combat for a Platinum Game. The story, on purpose, is "Anime" dumb, but fun. It's packed with references to previous platinum games and anime throughout. The game is locked at 30 and that's probably one of my major gripes about this game, and the way the game looks is very interesting and Anime-Cyberpunk, etc. but itA fun action game with a weird amount of simplicity and complexity to the combat for a Platinum Game. The story, on purpose, is "Anime" dumb, but fun. It's packed with references to previous platinum games and anime throughout. The game is locked at 30 and that's probably one of my major gripes about this game, and the way the game looks is very interesting and Anime-Cyberpunk, etc. but it gets kinda difficult to look at the game sometimes with really bright neon colors on screen. 60 fps, would have made it easier on the eyes for me especially for the combat and timing.
    The different perks you can give your legions (Evangelion-Stand) can be frustrating to manage or could not be there, but luckily there's a sort button and provides variety for other players. I wish I could go back to areas I've been to without having to go through a whole story mission again because there are a bunch that is very long depending if you talk to NPCs and side quests.
    Overall it's another fun action game from platinum and there are moments, gameplay-wise, that reminds me of NieR Automata, mostly this was in the same develope and made by the same team from platinum.
    Another few gripes I had were at least a jump that could be used for easier jump canceling moves besides the use of a legion.
    An option for Blade with the Sword Legion, to be more similar to Rising, use Left stick to move the camera and swinging right stick to slash rather than a button press.
    Maybe some fists weapons and option to aim with the pistol or better target much like in Bayo and DMC... maybe.
    Customize the Other twin to match the Player's Character.
    Those are just my nitpicks, but it's a good game. I'll be honest I haven't played Platinum Standard yet, I wanted to get a better understanding with the legion mechanic and have a reason to come back to play again besides playing as the other twin. I know there is a tone of goodies waiting to be unlocked.    … Expand
  16. Domn81
    Oct 5, 2019
    9
    Excellent graphics for a Nintendo Switch game. Gameplay is fun and the optional side missions make this a very entertaining game. The only drawback is that sometimes side missions take away from the continuity of the main story, otherwise it would be 10/10.
  17. Testuser134
    Oct 4, 2019
    9
    At first I had some problems getting used to the controls and hardy got better rank in fight than C. Now, that I mostly hit S and started to understand the mechanics involved I have really great fun! It certainly requires a bit of patience at first, but the story is engaging and explains mechanics pretty well. The game looks great, even in handheld mode and the soundtrack makes it evenAt first I had some problems getting used to the controls and hardy got better rank in fight than C. Now, that I mostly hit S and started to understand the mechanics involved I have really great fun! It certainly requires a bit of patience at first, but the story is engaging and explains mechanics pretty well. The game looks great, even in handheld mode and the soundtrack makes it even better. It definitely feels more like Nier Automata than Bayonetta and I hope Nier will come to switch too at some point :). Astral Chain is definitely worth a buy!… Expand
  18. Alexiss
    Oct 4, 2019
    10
    Un gameplay demasiado fluido Con un soundtrack demasiado bueno
    En definitiva uno de los mejores juegos que a producido platinum games
  19. Nonameplayer
    Oct 2, 2019
    9
    No spoilers here. I hope this game never goes to Sony’s Wokestation. This is an excellent game. The only thing that really gets me is, this could have easily been Bayonetta 3. Platinum Stars knocked it out of the park again.
    What makes this so good? Well think of it this way: Bayonetta 1 and 2 + Neon Genesis + Detroit Become Human with a smidge of Pokémon a pinch of Hellraiser and a dash    No spoilers here. I hope this game never goes to Sony’s Wokestation. This is an excellent game. The only thing that really gets me is, this could have easily been Bayonetta 3. Platinum Stars knocked it out of the park again.
    What makes this so good? Well think of it this way: Bayonetta 1 and 2 + Neon Genesis + Detroit Become Human with a smidge of Pokémon a pinch of Hellraiser and a dash of the original Judge Dredd movie = Astral Chain. I would give it a 10/10 but some of the commands in the game towards the end are slightly confusing to what the game expects you to do with a forced static camera angle. So it gets a 9.5 from me. I’ve already beat the game once and now I’m running through it again trying to find everything unlockable that I can. Im praying for a sequel    … Expand
  20. Nihilem
    Oct 2, 2019
    8
    It is a really nice game for fans of the action rpg genre (bayonetta etc). The combo system is cool, graphics heavily stylized but ok and the music really good. The game especially shines when you have to cooperate with your legion (a servant-like creature you spawn and which is connected to you through a magical chain) to defeat one of the many, many, gorgeous bosses the game has toIt is a really nice game for fans of the action rpg genre (bayonetta etc). The combo system is cool, graphics heavily stylized but ok and the music really good. The game especially shines when you have to cooperate with your legion (a servant-like creature you spawn and which is connected to you through a magical chain) to defeat one of the many, many, gorgeous bosses the game has to offer.

    It also has a decent length with 20-30 hours for my playthrough.

    Unfortunately while I really like the concept of the "detective work" in between fights the execution is really lack luster. Definitly a weak part of the game. Also the side characters are barely touched on and the story is confusing as hell.    … Expand
  21. darkphoenixzj
    Sep 30, 2019
    10
    Amazing game, beautiful gameplay, Platinum games you are quality people, keep the good job
  22. david_quaglia
    Sep 30, 2019
    6
    the game is beautiful and really funny, good made at all. but i gave a 6 because the final chapter destroy the entire game, story and gameplay. I'm very disappointed.
  23. rdekoch
    Sep 30, 2019
    9
    There are so many great indie titles on the Switch that I’ve managed to avoid buying many full-priced titles so far. I’m so glad I picked up a copy of Astral Chain. I would recommend this without hesitation to anyone who enjoys action games. It’s dazzling to look at. The controls are deep but everything is rolled out in stages so it never seems overwhelming. It’s awesome.
  24. 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.
  25. JavoVB
    Sep 29, 2019
    9
    Juegazo, rompe todo lo esperado de la switch !!! Jugabilidad increíble, se ve hermosoo, es muy entretenido y bastante difícil (es un juego muy competitivo para uno mismo).
  26. tati_reviews
    Sep 29, 2019
    10
    A master piece in all areas. This game is one of the best in 2019 for sure. It is superb in graphics and music sounds. All perfect 10 points at least.
  27. Btmn4life
    Sep 28, 2019
    10
    Just awsome, I get it because it looks really good but it's a master piece! Music, graphics, story and everything in this game is great!!
  28. 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...
  29. Ulfrik88
    Sep 27, 2019
    10
    Nintendo tiene aquí un gran juego y de lo mejor del año puede no llegar al goty pero es maravilloso
  30. AUMDragon
    Sep 2, 2019
    5
    Meh, it's fun, it's okay. No Bayonetta though. It was a 10 for me in the beginning, but just lost the motivation to finish it. Just lacking and mediocre in many ways.
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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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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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