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Astro Bot is a vibrant 3D adventure platformer developed by Team Asobi as a tribute to PlayStation’s 30th anniversary. Stay updated with the latest news and developments surrounding this critically acclaimed title.
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Astro Bot News
2025
April 8
⚫️ Astro Bot was the standout winner at the BAFTA Games Awards, securing the coveted Best Game award and collecting a total of five accolades on the night. The event, hosted by comedian Phil Wang, honored some of the most celebrated games of the past year.
Read more: Astro Bot wins Best Game at the BAFTA Games Awards (Video Games Chronicles)
March 21
⚫️ Following its Game of the Year victory in 2024, Team Asobi’s studio head Nicolas Doucet sparked discussion during a panel at the Game Developers Conference. He shared insights into the development philosophy behind Astro Bot, emphasizing the importance of crafting concise, completable experiences in an industry often driven by scale.
“We were always comfortable making a compact game,” said Doucet. He explained how focusing on a smaller scope allowed for tighter creative control and provided players with a satisfying, finishable experience—a refreshing approach amid growing game backlogs.
March 6
⚫️ A new level titled Hard to Bear has been added to Astro Bot through a recent update, featuring a special nod to The Order: 1886. This level is part of the ongoing Vicious Void Galaxy DLC series, which includes five free weekly levels released throughout February and March. The final installment is set to debut in mid-March.
Read more: Astro Bot Update Adds New DLC Level (Game Rant)
February 13
⚫️ Team Asobi announced the rollout of five brand-new levels for Astro Bot, beginning today with the launch of the Vicious Void Galaxy. These free weekly updates deliver one new level every Thursday through March 13. Each level introduces increased difficulty, a unique Special Bot to rescue, and Time Attack mode with online leaderboards for competitive play.
Read more: Astro Bot: Five new levels and Special Bots begin rolling out today (PS Blog)
January 23
⚫️ Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé recently praised Astro Bot, which won Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024. Developed by Sony and Team Asobi, the game drew inspiration from iconic Nintendo titles like Super Mario Bros., earning admiration from both fans and industry veterans alike.
Read more: Reggie Fils-Aime Has High Praise for Astro Bot (Game Rant)
January 19
⚫️ Team ASOBI revealed a never-before-seen speedrun stage during the weekend’s PlayStation tournament. Finalists raced through the mystery level, aiming to set the fastest time and take home the championship title.
Read more: Never-before-seen Astro Bot level debuts at weekend PlayStation Tournament (Eurogamer)
2024
December 17
⚫️ Astro Bot, developed by Team ASOBI, received widespread recognition in 2024, winning awards for Best Art Direction, Audio Design, and Use of DualSense technology. Praised for its colorful visuals, nostalgic character tributes, immersive soundscapes, and innovative haptic feedback, the game also earned accolades for its accessibility features such as high-contrast visuals and compatibility with the Access Controller.
Read more: Astro Bot Win Best PS5 Game in the PS Blog Game of the Year 2024 (PS Blog)
December 11
⚫️ Astro Bot was named Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024, standing out among top contenders such as Metaphor: ReFantazio, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, Balatro, Black Myth: Wukong, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
Read more: Astro Bot Wins Game of the Year at TGA 2024 (Game8)
December 11
⚫️ Team ASOBI announced a festive update titled Winter Wonder, launching on December 12 at 8:00 PM PT. This free update brings a holiday-themed level to the game, serving as a thank-you to fans following the game’s successful launch on PlayStation 5 earlier this year.
Read more: Astro Bot: Winter Wonder update out tomorrow (PlayStation Blog)
December 8
⚫️ Astro Bot took home the top honor at the 2024 Titanium Awards held during the BIG: Bilbao International Games Conference at Euskalduna Palace in Bilbao. It beat out strong competition from Metaphor: ReFantazio, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
Read more: Astro Bot chosen as GOTY at the BIG's Titanium Awards (Games Reactor)
November 22
⚫️ Team ASOBI was crowned Studio of the Year at the 2024 Golden Joystick Awards, following the critical success of Astro Bot. The studio outperformed other nominees like 11 Bit Studios (Frostpunk 2) and Arrowhead Game Studios (Helldivers 2).
December
⚫️ Astro Bot and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth led the nominations at The Game Awards 2024, each receiving seven nods, including Game of the Year. Other nominated titles included Black Myth: Wukong, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Balatro, and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, with the latter sparking some debate among fans and critics.
Read more: The Game Awards 2024: Astro Bot, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth lead nominations (Gosu Gamers)
November 8
⚫️ Sony reported that Astro Bot, the PlayStation 5 exclusive platformer, has sold 1.5 million units as of November 3. Released on September 6, the game reached this milestone in under two months.
Read more: PS5 Exclusive Astro Bot Sells 1.5 Million in 2 Months (IGN)
