Astro Bot: Latest Updates and News

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

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Astro Bot News

2025

April 8

⚫︎ Astro Bot clinched the top prize at the BAFTA Games Awards, securing the Best Game title and sweeping a total of five awards. Hosted by comedian Phil Wang, the ceremony celebrated the year's most outstanding games.

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 made waves at the Game Developers Conference. Doucet highlighted the importance of creating compact, completable games in today's industry, which often prioritizes scale.

"From the start, we were in the mindset that it's OK to make a compact game," Doucet explained. He emphasized that a smaller scope allowed for full creative control and offered players a game they could finish—a compelling proposition amidst 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 recent update introduces a new level named Hard to Bear, featuring a nod to The Order: 1886. This level is part of the Vicious Void Galaxy DLC, which includes five free weekly levels released throughout February and March. 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 rollout of five new levels for Astro Bot, starting with the Vicious Void Galaxy. These free updates, released every Thursday until March 13, feature increased difficulty, unique Special Bots to rescue, and Time Attack mode with online leaderboards.

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 praised Astro Bot, the 2024 Game of the Year winner at The Game Awards. Developed by Sony and Team Asobi, the game draws inspiration from classic Nintendo titles like Super Mario Bros., earning admiration from fans across both gaming communities.

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

January 19

⚫︎ Team ASOBI showcased a new, previously unseen Astro Bot speedrun stage at this weekend's PlayStation tournament. Competitors raced through this novel level to set the fastest clear time and claim the top spot in the competition.

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

2024

December 17

⚫︎ In 2024, Astro Bot by Team ASOBI secured multiple awards, including Best Art Direction, Audio Design, and Use of DualSense. The game was lauded for its vibrant visuals, nostalgic tributes, immersive sound, and innovative haptic feedback. It also earned accolades for its accessibility features and was voted as one of the year's top titles, solidifying Team ASOBI's reputation for innovative 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, celebrated for its exceptional overall experience across creative and technical domains. The game outshone formidable competitors like 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 serves as 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 as the Best Game of the Year at the 2024 Titanium Awards during the BIG: Bilbao International Games Conference. The game outshone Metaphor: ReFantazio, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth to claim the top spot.

Read more: [Astro Bot chosen as GOTY at the BIG's Titanium Awards](Games Reactor)

November 22

⚫︎ Team ASOBI, the developer behind Astro Bot, was named Studio of the Year at the 2024 Golden Joystick Awards. This accolade followed the critical acclaim of Astro Bot, which garnered four nominations after its September release. Team ASOBI bested competitors including 11 Bit Studios and Arrowhead Game Studios.

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 nominations were revealed, with Astro Bot and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth leading with seven nominations each, including Game of the Year. Other 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, has sold 1.5 million copies by November 3. Developed by Team Asobi and released on September 6, the game achieved this milestone in less than two months.

Read more: PS5 Exclusive Astro Bot Sells 1.5 Million in 2 Months