In a recent Famitsu interview, PlayStation CO-CEO Hermen Hulst sated that Sony plans to revive its classic game franchises. It intends to “leverage past IP, as well as develop new franchises,” “both inside and outside of PlayStation.” Hulst also praised Team Asobi’s Astro Bot for its accomplishments and critical reception. “The various IPs that we own are an important asset to PlayStation, and as part of our efforts to strengthen our portfolio, we are continually looking at opportunities to leverage past IP, as well as develop new franchises,” said Hulst. “Our goal is to publish games by the world’s best creators, both inside and outside of PlayStation, and we have achieved many successes so far by working closely with external development studios.” “We are thrilled that it has been so well received by the gaming community,” he added. “With a Metacritic score of 94 and a wide range of players who are truly enjoying the game.”
Astro Bot’s details via Sony:
Join ASTRO on a supersized space adventure.
When the PlayStation 5 mothership is attacked by ASTRO’s long-standing galactic nemesis, scrambling its wires and scattering the crew throughout space, only ASTRO can make things right! Setting off on his biggest mission yet, he needs your help to rescue the stranded crew and rebuild the mothership.
Make the most of ASTRO’s new power-ups, handcrafted to level up your immersion: from springy punches and rockets all the way to a giant sponge!
Buckle up for some epic PlayStation camaraderie, join forces with your favorite PlayStation icons and show the universe that small is mighty in this fresh new ASTRO adventure, exclusive to PlayStation 5 consoles!
Key Features
Embark on a galactic quest and explore more than 50 planets in search of ASTRO’s lost crew.
Dash, swing, and rocket-punch your way through this journey, with all-new power-ups.
Feel the world come to life via your DualSense wireless controller.
Team up with iconic PlayStation heroes to save the galaxy!
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