Astro Bot: Latest Updates and News

Astro Bot is a 3D adventure platformer developed by Team Asobi, crafted to celebrate 30 years of PlayStation. Dive into the latest news and updates about this beloved game!

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Astro Bot News

2025

April 8

⚫︎ Astro Bot clinched the top spot at the BAFTA Games Awards, securing the Best Game award and leading the night with a total of five accolades. The ceremony, hosted by the witty comedian Phil Wang, celebrated the year's standout titles.

Read more: [Astro Bot wins Best Game at the BAFTA Games Awards](Video Games Chronicles)

March 21

⚫︎ After Astro Bot's triumphant Game of the Year win in 2024, Team Asobi's studio head, Nicolas Doucet, shared insightful comments at the Game Developers Conference. He emphasized the importance of crafting compact, completable games in an industry often dominated by expansive titles.

"From the start, we were in the mindset that it's OK to make a compact game," Doucet stated. He highlighted how a smaller scope allows for full creative control and provides players with a manageable, enjoyable experience amidst their ever-growing game backlogs.

Read more: Astro Bot director says precisely what the industry needs to hear: "It's OK to make a small game" because "players today have a backlog of games" they can't complete

March 6

⚫︎ Astro Bot's latest update introduces the Hard to Bear level, featuring a nostalgic nod to The Order: 1886. This level is part of the Vicious Void Galaxy DLC rollout, which offers five free weekly levels throughout February and March, with the final level launching 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 weekly updates, released each Thursday through March 13, offer increased difficulty, unique Special Bots to rescue, and the option to replay in 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, the 2024 Game of the Year winner at The Game Awards. Developed by Sony and Team Asobi, Astro Bot drew inspiration from classic Nintendo titles like Super Mario Bros., earning admiration from fans and industry veterans alike.

Read more: [Reggie Fils-Aime Has High Praise for Astro Bot](Game Rant)

January 19

⚫︎ Team ASOBI surprised fans by unveiling a brand-new Astro Bot speedrun stage at this weekend's PlayStation tournament. Competitors raced through the previously unseen level to set the fastest clear time and claim victory.

Read more: Never-before-seen Astro Bot level debuts at weekend PlayStation Tournament

2024

December 17

⚫︎ Astro Bot received multiple top honors in 2024, including awards for Best Art Direction, Audio Design, and Use of DualSense. The game was lauded for its vibrant visuals, nostalgic character tributes, immersive sound design, and innovative haptic feedback. Additionally, its accessibility features, such as high-contrast visuals and support for the Access Controller, earned it widespread acclaim. Voted as one of the year's best titles, Astro Bot solidified Team ASOBI's position as a leader in 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, recognized for its exceptional experience across creative and technical domains. The title outshone strong competitors including 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 a free update for Astro Bot titled Winter Wonder, set to release on December 12 at 8:00 PM PT. This festive-themed level is a thank-you to fans following the game's successful launch on PlayStation 5 earlier in the year.

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, held during the BIG: Bilbao International Games Conference at the Euskalduna Palace in Bilbao. The platformer bested 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, the creative force behind Astro Bot, was named Studio of the Year at the 2024 Golden Joystick Awards. This accolade comes on the heels of Astro Bot's critical success, which garnered four nominations following its September release. Team ASOBI outshone nominees like 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 unveiled its nominations, with Astro Bot and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth leading the pack with seven nominations each, including Game of the Year. Other contenders for the top award include Black Myth: Wukong, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Balatro, and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, the latter stirring some controversy.

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, has sold 1.5 million copies as of November 3. Developed by Sony-owned Team Asobi and 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