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. Nint
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Game of the year! Those game has blown me away and it is by far the best game that has come out this year!
  2. Mauricio316
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tremendo juego...si hay 11 le pongo 12. Lo disfruto mucho la temática, grafico e historia.… Expand
  3. BrapBrapPewPew
    Sep 2, 2019
    3
    This is a game about making circles... its aggressively mediocre. Boring and bland. What happened? How is this popular? It looks worse than some phone games. I'm disappointed I spent the money for it, was really excited actually. Love the bayonetta series, why did they waste their time on this.
  4. Scxtch
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Super! Rally rate it! Gameplay, sound and graphics are sublime. The best choice for all Final Fantasy Crisis Core lovers, with a mix of Japanese Cartoons and much more Things. I love it!
  5. Reeseapiece
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    Fantastic game that balances action and cool down portions. Story is engaging and as a fan of Evangelion, I can’t help but make some connections. Controls are on point and it looks gorgeous!
  6. dentyone
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    With most new franchises, I try to keep my expectations realistic. I'll usually give them a shot, but withhold my opinion until the game 'turns a corner' (i.e. passes a point of greatness where I can't contain my enthusiasm anymore). THIS GAME IS FREAKING AMAZING. Aesthetically, mechanically, and narratively. Wildly original, beautiful, and fun as hell. A masterpiece.
  7. Jar87
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Cómo disfruto de imaginándome a esa gente rabiosa que le puntúa con un 0 a esta obra de arte, seguid así que nosotros mientras estamos gozando de buenos juegos jajajaja
  8. Willt96
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Este juego es de lo mejor que e probado en la switch, unos gráficos muy buenos, un gameplay que al principio es medio complicado pero a la larga es excelente, y una música fantastica, aunque me da asco que la gente le ponga 0 por puro hate
  9. maai
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    gran jugabilidad, increibles graficos y jugabilidad. se los recomiendo a todos los que tenga una Switch y si no lo tienes anímate. con este juego tendrás muchas horas de juego no solo dando golpes si no haciendo otras tareas.
  10. ChristianDDD
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    f**k the Haters LMAO f**k the Haters LMAO f**k the Haters LMAO f**k the Haters LMAO f**k the Haters LMAO f**k the Haters LMAO f**k the Haters LMAO
  11. 12345Snake007
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Trying to even out review bombs............................................
  12. IceCandy
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Amazing! Platinum games delivers fun gameplay and an interesting story as always!
  13. Pareidolia9
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    10/10 imprecindible si tienes Nintendo switch, novedoso y además una nueva IP que le da frescura a la consola.
  14. YungSambal
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    It's basically a JoJo themed game. What do you want more??
    Otherwise fantastic graphics and awesome game! I really don't get those negative review spammers. It's like they've too much free time and instead of taking a proper shower they decide to bash a Switch exclusive game... Pathetic.
  15. Viciendo
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Astral Chain is a good video game in all sections. Its playability is wide, it's not just a hack and slash. The sound section is brilliant, the story is good and intriguing. It is also a game with a great graphic and design section.

    You will have tons of action and hours of fun, this game is also replayable. Dont doubt because of the sony trolls retinue, this game is awesome.
  16. Bolillo_P
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Astral Chain es un juego con una profundidad excepcional y no hablo de la historia si no de lo que en verdad importa, el gameplay. El gameplay es uno muy especial, ya que es muy complicado de dominar y en cada capitulo te muestran una nueva mecánica de juego. En conclusión, Astral Chain es un juego muy especial con mecánicas muy difíciles de dominar pero al final te divertirá (claro siAstral Chain es un juego con una profundidad excepcional y no hablo de la historia si no de lo que en verdad importa, el gameplay. El gameplay es uno muy especial, ya que es muy complicado de dominar y en cada capitulo te muestran una nueva mecánica de juego. En conclusión, Astral Chain es un juego muy especial con mecánicas muy difíciles de dominar pero al final te divertirá (claro si eres amante de los juegos de acción y estrategia).… Expand
  17. Hailstar2
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Genuinely one of the coolest games I've ever played, with such a beautifully crafted world, atmosphere, battle mechanics and just general aesthetics. That's what this game is full of, none of which these losers review bombing this will ever be able take away from it ;)
  18. Manucoxp
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Excelente juego, espero que tenga a un futuro cercano una secuela, me encanta su Soundtrack es muy celestial, la jugabilidad unica.
  19. yariel18
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Este juego es grandioso excelentes mecánicas de juego innovadoras y una banda sonora de la altura lo recomiendo. este juego marcara un antes y un en este genero
  20. brie
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Love this game, it has a great story , awesome graphics and unique fighting style. Definitely game of the year
  21. verdammte
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    Don't let the angry switch-hating review bombers fool you. This game has a unique gameplay, it's absolutely gorgeous on the switch (on the same level as Doom), it has interesting music, and the setting and climate are well made. It's not perfect yet, not at all, but it's certainly an A+ quality game. There are small user interaction glitches that make a small number of sections in the gameDon't let the angry switch-hating review bombers fool you. This game has a unique gameplay, it's absolutely gorgeous on the switch (on the same level as Doom), it has interesting music, and the setting and climate are well made. It's not perfect yet, not at all, but it's certainly an A+ quality game. There are small user interaction glitches that make a small number of sections in the game difficult, but it's brand new. It will be patched.

    In short, this is an excellent game, I enjoy the unique qualities it has, and is well worth a $60 USD price tag in every manner. I gave it a 9 instead of a 10 because it launched with a small number of glitches that should have been caught in QA but nothing more.    … Expand
  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. LuGaMi
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    The best game, an entertaining and very addictive game. graphics 10, music 10, mechanics 10, enjoy it
  24. GibranZ
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    Seré sincero lo más parecido que eh jugado a un hack and slash fue Warriors Orochi 4 y Hyrule Warriors, se que no es lo mismo, pero al comprarlo supe que era un juego hecho por japoneses y estoy acostumbrado a su humor, eh de admitir que es un humor muy bueno el gameplay es de lo mejor que tiene el juego, la historia no la eh acabado pero me agrada el sistema de combate ya que al tenerSeré sincero lo más parecido que eh jugado a un hack and slash fue Warriors Orochi 4 y Hyrule Warriors, se que no es lo mismo, pero al comprarlo supe que era un juego hecho por japoneses y estoy acostumbrado a su humor, eh de admitir que es un humor muy bueno el gameplay es de lo mejor que tiene el juego, la historia no la eh acabado pero me agrada el sistema de combate ya que al tener diferentes Legions tu estilo de combate cambia a cada rato, y no puedes tenerlas activas por un largo periodo de tiempo así que tienes que aprovechar puntos debiles de tus enemigos y tener buenos reflejos.… Expand
  25. JohannSan
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Muito bom, recomendo muito jogar e pau no cu de quem ta dando nota baixa quem leu ate aqui comi o seu cu
  26. j_c0nstantine
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    This game is a GEM, absolutely worth every penny in my honest opinion, lolll I just can't believe how many ppl in the world have nothing else better to do with their lame ass lives but to review bomb videogames, all in all this is ABSOLUTELY one of the best switch games of all time and a definite recommend!
  27. Ennodio
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Excelente game! Another Masterpiece from Nintendo and Platinum Games. Neon Genesis Evangelion + Debió May Cry
  28. Chrisbreckenrid
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    C'mon. This game deserves at least 9. Stop the trolling. The PSN community is so annoying.
  29. carjr
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Really fun, ton of customization and side content, this is a really big step for Platinum Games. Can't wait to see how they build on these systems in future games. And the mascot Lappy is cute.
  30. Bati-Madness
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Masterpiece only on Nintendo Switch! Story,Gameplay, artstyle are very good.
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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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