A Love Letter Sealed With a DualSense Kiss

From the moment Astro Bot springs to life, skittering across a vibrant world of pixel dust and primary colors, it’s clear: this isn’t just a game—it’s a love letter sealed with a DualSense kiss.

Astro using the DualSense-inspired water cannon — DualSense magic brings Astro's colorful world to life.

PlayStation Memories, Reimagined

Playing Astro Bot on the PS5 is like cracking open a memory box hidden in the attic of your childhood. Every step Astro takes echoes with the cheer of classic platformers, yet sings with a voice that’s distinctly new. The world feels alive—not just in its colorful animations or whimsical soundscapes, but in how it tugs at your heartstrings with nods to the past. There’s a cheeky Crash Bandicoot wink here, a quiet Kratos cameo there. You’re not just playing a game; you’re wandering through the soul of PlayStation itself.

Astro runs through a bright pink forest — Each level feels like a playground of surprises.

Gameplay That Feels Like Magic

The gameplay is buttery smooth, like riding a hoverboard across a rainbow. The DualSense controller is the real magic wand—each raindrop pattering on Astro’s head, each rocket boost beneath his feet, translates into the tiniest, most delightful pulses in your palms. It’s like the controller is whispering, “Hey, remember how fun games used to be?” And then it shows you that fun isn’t a thing of the past—it’s right here, with a tiny bot in a big, joyful world.

Astro flying through an icy canyon — A constant stream of inventive platforming moments.

A Playground of Invention

The levels are pure playgrounds of invention. You might bounce on cloud drums one moment, then jet through space with a monkey suit and a grin the next. The creativity on display would make even the most cynical gamer smirk. It’s not about grit, guns, or grandeur—Astro Bot is about giggles, gasps, and grins.

Astro balancing on a rope above the sea — Precision platforming in beautifully crafted environments.

Collectibles With a Heart

And oh, the collectibles! Each one a relic from PlayStation’s storied history—console parts, game artifacts, charmingly dusted off and placed on a pedestal. I found myself pausing just to admire a tiny PS2 memory card, that ancient rune of lost saves and childhood stories. If you've ever tangled a DualShock cord or blown into a disc tray in desperate hope, this game will feel like a warm hug from a time machine.

Astro soaring across a desert — The adventure never stops finding new ways to surprise.

The Joy of Playing Again

In a world of sprawling epics and grim dystopias, Astro Bot is a breath of bubblegum-scented air. It doesn’t just remind you why you fell in love with games—it invites you to fall in love all over again.

Final Verdict — 100 / 100 Joysticks

10 out of 10 nostalgic squeals. Astro Bot isn’t just a game—it’s a celebration. Of joy. Of wonder. Of play.

WWLTP | We Would Like To Play

Astro Bot (PS5)