Astro Bot fans have all heard the story of the creation of the sponge power-up, but did you know developer Team Asobi also prototyped even wackier powers, like a coffee grinder and a roulette wheel?

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Game of the Year winner Astro Bot is one hell of a platformer with plenty of creative and thrilling levels to complete throughout its campaign. And since launch, developer Team ASOBI has continued to ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Astro Bot has a new level coming, and it won't cost a thing. Team Asobi said on Wednesday that Winter Wonder, a surprise bonus stage, will ...

It’s nice to know that in this gaming industry that prides itself too often on microtransactions and trying to “squeeze every penny from players,” some developers are fine with just giving away ...

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A new speedrunning level coming to Astro Bot was revealed during a PlayStation Tournaments XP event. Astro Bot received numeroues awards following its launch in 2024. Future additions to the game may ...