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Astro's Playroom (2020)

Team Asobi

PlayStation 5

4.21 from 1192 ratings · #215 top rated on Grouvee

1966 members have it in their collection · 58 playing now · 147 backlogged · 74 wish listed

How long? Main story 3h · with extras 4h · 100% 5h (from 95 logged playthroughs)

Astro and his crew lead you on a magical introduction through PS5 in this fun platformer that comes pre-loaded on PS5. Explore four worlds, each based on PS5’s console components. Each area showcases innovative gameplay that taps into the new features of the PS5's DualSense wireless controller.
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Details

Developers
Team Asobi
Publishers
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Genres
Adventure, Platform
Themes
Action, Science fiction
Series
Astro

Release dates

  • Nov 12, 2020 (New_Zealand) PlayStation 5
  • Nov 12, 2020 (North_America) PlayStation 5
  • Nov 12, 2020 (Korea) PlayStation 5
  • Nov 12, 2020 (Japan) PlayStation 5
  • Nov 12, 2020 (Australia) PlayStation 5
  • Nov 19, 2020 (Europe) PlayStation 5
  • Nov 19, 2020 (China) PlayStation 5
  • Nov 19, 2020 (Asia) PlayStation 5
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Featured in lists

Great 3D Platformers you should play by Daninokuni · 23 games · 2
Short Games by Roach · 42 games · 2
Games I’ve beaten by SuperUltraChuck · 19 games · 0
2020 GOTY by xch1n · 6 games · 0
GOTY 2020 by LarsFrukt · 39 games · 0
Platinum/100% by imklubb · 65 games · 0

Rating distribution

5 stars
467
4 stars
529
3 stars
179
2 stars
11
1 star
6
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Community All Reviews Statuses

thebigmack

Status thebigmack Nov 29, 2025

I had Astro Bot well on my radar as a title, for saturated platformers live deeply nestled in my sensibilities.

Although I was completely unaware of this outing, only after puttering around in the ps5 menu waiting for Ghosts of Tsushima to finish downloading. Turns out I'm going to have to be a samurai after this.

It's Sony pandering to …

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I had Astro Bot well on my radar as a title, for saturated platformers live deeply nestled in my sensibilities.

Although I was completely unaware of this outing, only after puttering around in the ps5 menu waiting for Ghosts of Tsushima to finish downloading. Turns out I'm going to have to be a samurai after this.

It's Sony pandering to itself so flawlessly that it turns into endearment, foolishly hoping I myself am in the unlockable puzzle piece collage somewhere. Obviously, I'm not, but 25 years of my money sure is!

Begrudging warm-and-fuzzies.

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travisyager

Status travisyager Feb 10, 2025 Completed

My 2nd Platinum Trophy and 100% Completion… So Fun! I’m looking forward to Astro Bot now.

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kingbk83

Status kingbk83 Sep 6, 2024

Took PTO from work today to play this over at my buddy's place, as I don't have a PS5 myself.

It's a very fun and charming game. I loved all the nods to PlayStation's history, even if some of them had to have the names changed, likely due to Sony either no longer owning the rights to the IPs or …

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Took PTO from work today to play this over at my buddy's place, as I don't have a PS5 myself.

It's a very fun and charming game. I loved all the nods to PlayStation's history, even if some of them had to have the names changed, likely due to Sony either no longer owning the rights to the IPs or other licensing agreements (eg: Crash Bandicott, Spyro).

This is probably the most "Super Mario 64" game I've ever played on a PlayStation console. In fact, it takes from quite a few Nintendo IPs, such as Kirby and Pikmin. Imitation is the biggest form of flattery, or so I've heard.

It's not a long game. Most people I think will beat it over the weekend.

It would be great if Sony made more games like this. Charming, fun, colorful games.

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travisyager

Status travisyager Apr 17, 2024 Completed

I know it's generally a tech demo. But even if it is, it's the Best Tech Demo I've Ever Played!

When it comes to video game consoles, I've been around long enough to play The Odyssey... Now consoles are capable of displaying games that are so detailed, that even when I walk across the room, get up close to the …

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I know it's generally a tech demo. But even if it is, it's the Best Tech Demo I've Ever Played!

When it comes to video game consoles, I've been around long enough to play The Odyssey... Now consoles are capable of displaying games that are so detailed, that even when I walk across the room, get up close to the screen, the details get even more clearer, that I get excited and appreciate where we've come from. (I used to have to sit that close just to see it! 📺)

The nostalgia of the Playstation hardware in this game warms my heart and brings back many memories of my childhood. I remember the cracking open my Playstation and playing Destruction Derby for the first time. That opening screen and signature sound 🥲

I really appreciate where we are because I've seen where we came from.

I hope everyone takes the time to play this little adventure, especially if you're a vintage gamer like me.

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TheBeautifulEric

Status TheBeautifulEric Apr 6, 2024 Completed

This is a neat little tech demo for the controller. I liked the adaptive triggers in particular, it reminded me of playing Time Crisis in the arcade as a kid. As for the game itself, it was more touching than I thought it would be. It was really nice seeing Sony acknowledge its long history of hardware and show appreciation …

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This is a neat little tech demo for the controller. I liked the adaptive triggers in particular, it reminded me of playing Time Crisis in the arcade as a kid. As for the game itself, it was more touching than I thought it would be. It was really nice seeing Sony acknowledge its long history of hardware and show appreciation to the series that appeared on their consoles throughout the years.

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doonee63

Status doonee63 Feb 23, 2024

Played an hour or so while catsitting.

Astro is violent, but everybody loves him - including me.

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deadboydoodling

Status deadboydoodling Nov 1, 2022

All the features present in this game are SO NICE. It really shows everything the PS5 is capable of. Just waiting for more games to take advantage of some of these aspects!

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Sir_Laguna

Status Sir_Laguna Sep 11, 2022

Just finished. What a delightful little game. What an amazing tech the DualSense is.

I will definitely go for the Platinum Trophy. It doesn't seem hard and I just want to spend more time with this fun little robot.

Edit: got the platinum.

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Zoso5

Status Zoso5 Apr 15, 2022

I finished Astro's Playroom with all of the trophies collected including the add-on ones. Might be the first time I've ever platinumed a game!

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paycheck_stevens

Status paycheck_stevens Jul 19, 2021

One of the best games I have played, not just one of the best free games. Really fun, doesn't take itself too seriously, and made me feel 8 years old again. The speedrunning feature built in is a great way to increase replayability. The various references made me realize I had a ton of childhood memories tied to the playstation …

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One of the best games I have played, not just one of the best free games. Really fun, doesn't take itself too seriously, and made me feel 8 years old again. The speedrunning feature built in is a great way to increase replayability. The various references made me realize I had a ton of childhood memories tied to the playstation consoles, even though I always considered myself a Nintendo kid. The music and controller features were excellent as well.

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DijiKid

Status DijiKid Apr 11, 2021

It was hard picking between a 4/5 or a 5/5. It's not long like the usual platformer but it's solid as far as everything in it and it's basically a tech demo - short for the purposes of showing what the dualsense can do and as a celebration for Sony.

Either way it's a must play for ps5 owners. Solid …

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It was hard picking between a 4/5 or a 5/5. It's not long like the usual platformer but it's solid as far as everything in it and it's basically a tech demo - short for the purposes of showing what the dualsense can do and as a celebration for Sony.

Either way it's a must play for ps5 owners. Solid 9/10

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BMO

Status BMO Mar 24, 2021

Max feedback on the L & R triggers is too much for me. I had to turn it down. Getting old I guess!

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BMO

Status BMO Mar 22, 2021

This game is far more fun that it really has any business being.

Also the nostalgia factor is through the roof. Look at this level where high wire cables are actually PSX controller cables:

And nothing quite beats this sound:

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SuperFieroStatus

Status SuperFieroStatus Feb 27, 2021

I can't believe how good this actually is. I thought it would just be some doofy advertisement/tech demo...and I mean it IS those things, but it really made me feel all fuzzy inside with how it references older Sony game things.

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cruise332

Status cruise332 Dec 24, 2020

I really want a PS5. It's crazy how much I want a PS5. Did I mention I want an Xbox Series X? Just kidding, I want a PS5.

That haptic feedback. Sometimes I wonder what other things, besides VR, we can do to bring people into games more completely.

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