Astro Bot, the 3D adventure platformer crafted by Team Asobi, celebrates 30 years of PlayStation with its innovative gameplay and heartwarming charm. Dive into the latest updates and accolades of this beloved title!
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Astro Bot News
2025
April 8
⚫︎ Astro Bot swept the BAFTA Games Awards, securing the prestigious Best Game title and a total of five awards. The ceremony, hosted by the charismatic Phil Wang, highlighted the standout games of the past year, with Astro Bot leading the pack.
Read more: [Astro Bot wins Best Game at the BAFTA Games Awards](Video Games Chronicles)
March 21
⚫︎ After clinching the Game of the Year title in 2024, Team Asobi's head, Nicolas Doucet, made waves at the Game Developers Conference with his insights on game development. Doucet stressed the importance of crafting compact, completable games, stating, "From the start, we were in the mindset that it's OK to make a compact game." This approach, he believes, not only retains creative control but also caters to players overwhelmed by their ever-growing game backlogs.
March 6
⚫︎ The latest Astro Bot update brings a new level, Hard to Bear, featuring a nod to The Order: 1886. This level is part of the ongoing Vicious Void Galaxy DLC, which has been rolling out five free weekly levels since February. The final level is set to launch in mid-March.
Read more: [Astro Bot Update Adds New DLC Level](Game Rant)
February 13
⚫︎ Team Asobi announced the launch of five new levels for Astro Bot, starting with the Vicious Void Galaxy. These free updates, released every Thursday through March 13, will challenge players with increased difficulty, introduce unique Special Bots to rescue, and offer Time Attack mode with online leaderboards.
Read more: [Astro Bot: five new levels and Special Bots begin rolling out today](PS Blog)
January 23
⚫︎ Reggie Fils-Aimé, former president of Nintendo of America, praised Astro Bot, which won Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024. Drawing inspiration from classics like Super Mario Bros., Astro Bot has captivated fans across gaming communities, earning admiration from both Sony and Nintendo enthusiasts.
Read more: [Reggie Fils-Aime Has High Praise for Astro Bot](Game Rant)
January 19
⚫︎ Team ASOBI unveiled a thrilling new speedrun stage for Astro Bot during the PlayStation tournament this weekend. Competitors raced through this never-before-seen level, aiming to achieve the fastest clear time and claim the tournament victory.
Read more: Never-before-seen Astro Bot level debuts at weekend PlayStation Tournament
2024
December 17
⚫︎ Astro Bot dominated the 2024 awards scene, winning accolades for Best Art Direction, Audio Design, and Use of DualSense. Its vibrant visuals, nostalgic character tributes, immersive sound design, and innovative haptic feedback set it apart. The game's accessibility features, including high-contrast visuals and support for the Access Controller, further cemented its place as one of the year's top titles, reaffirming Team ASOBI's commitment to innovative game design.
Read more: [Astro Bot Win Best PS5 Game in the PS Blog Game of the Year 2024](PS Blog)
December 11
⚫︎ Astro Bot was crowned Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024, celebrated for its exceptional overall experience. It outshone strong competitors 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
December 11
⚫︎ Team ASOBI announced the upcoming Winter Wonder update for Astro Bot, set to release on December 12 at 8:00 PM PT. This free update introduces a festive-themed level as a gesture of appreciation to the fans who embraced the game since its PlayStation 5 launch.
Read more: [Astro Bot: Winter Wonder update out tomorrow](PlayStation Blog)
December 8
⚫︎ Astro Bot was honored with the Best Game of the Year award at the 2024 Titanium Awards during the BIG: Bilbao International Games Conference. The platformer surpassed Metaphor: ReFantazio, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth to claim the top prize.
Read more: [Astro Bot chosen as GOTY at the BIG's Titanium Awards](Games Reactor)
November 22
⚫︎ Team ASOBI was named Studio of the Year at the 2024 Golden Joystick Awards, following the critical acclaim of Astro Bot. The game received four nominations after its September release, and Team ASOBI outshone competitors such as 11 Bit Studios (Frostpunk 2) and Arrowhead Game Studios (Helldivers 2).
Read more: [Astro Bot developer Team ASOBI is crowned Studio of the Year at the Golden Joystick Awards 2024](Games Radar)
December
⚫︎ The Game Awards 2024 revealed its nominations, with Astro Bot and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth leading with seven nominations each, including Game of the Year. Other notable contenders for the top award include Black Myth: Wukong, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Balatro, and the controversial Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.
Read more: [The Game Awards 2024: Astro Bot, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth lead nominations](Gosu Gamers)
November 8
⚫︎ Sony announced that Astro Bot, the exclusive PlayStation 5 platformer, achieved sales of 1.5 million copies by November 3. Developed by Sony's Team Asobi and released on September 6, the game reached this impressive milestone in under two months.
Read more: PS5 Exclusive Astro Bot Sells 1.5 Million in 2 Months
