I said this in the OT, but this is straight out of Nakamura-era Genesis Sonic games
This is the first time i've heard someone capture that style since then.
Good to hear these opinions once in awhile, out of the 5 popular forums I post on, Astro Bot has to have the most overwhelming positive impressions I can remember in many years.
It's being compared to the games of the one of the best developers on the planet, so that's quite the complimentA shame that this game can't stand on it's own two feet. Every impression mentions the competition and I'm on the fence on whether that's a good thing or not.
Not sure. Might be a british saying.
That or just kittens = happy.
I wish the character design on the Bots was a little more appealing. They seem pretty bland and unendearing to me.
By the way, what is the current MSRP for a PSVR and this game? I just upgraded to PS4 Pro so this game is pretty tempting... I've heard it runs better on the Pro.
Nice thanks. A bit steep for me, but still tempting.The FPS is the same (because of VR) but it does look sharper on the Pro.
Also for at least the US the Astro Bot + Moss + PSVR bundle is $299.96
It's the closest comparison I can think of, I haven't played the WiiU Mario game though.It honestly looks like a Mario Galaxy game. And I mean that with THE HIGHEST of regards.
Can I buy this (and Tetris Effect) and play them not in VR? That's how I played the newest Rez.
I don't have a PSVR, so I haven't had a chance to play Astro Bot, but a lot of the coverage I have seen seems to be ignoring the fact that there has been numerous great VR games released covering a wide variety of genres. I am sure Astro Bot is a great game, but I feel a lot of the coverage lacks perspective.
This is somewhat true, because apparently VR coverage doesn't translate to sufficient views and clicks. Hopefully Astro Bot will be able to champion the platform but I doubt it'll change anytime soon.
Astro Bot feels like the spiritual successor to Super Mario 3D Land in every conceivable way
The platforming is quite excellent, being in a 3d space makes it incredibly precise though, which in turn makes a little too easy.How is it a Nintendo quality platformer them if the platforming is nothing to write home about? It's the VR aspect that makes it special
Is it a Sony-funded title, or is there a chance that this might come to other VR platforms eventually? Couldn't find an article specifying one way or the other.
Is it a Sony-funded title, or is there a chance that this might come to other VR platforms eventually? Couldn't find an article specifying one way or the other.
I don't have a PSVR, so I haven't had a chance to play Astro Bot, but a lot of the coverage I have seen seems to be ignoring the fact that there has been numerous great VR games released covering a wide variety of genres. I am sure Astro Bot is a great game, but I feel a lot of the coverage lacks perspective.
Ha, I see that now. I guessed it might be Sony since the videos had what was very obviously a PS4 controller in a few shots. I'll have to wait until I can get a cheap PS4 Pro + PSVR (...or the second generation of same, if and when that happens).The article in the OP, specifically says Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) Japan lol
I just ordered PSVR for Astrobot (and Dreams eventually) it's a system seller for me.
Ha, I see that now. I guessed it might be Sony since the videos had what was very obviously a PS4 controller in a few shots. I'll have to wait until I can get a cheap PS4 Pro + PSVR (...or the second generation of same, if and when that happens).
So in hindsight, that Mario 64 quote ended up being accurate, right?
Bad to hear, you mean! I spent $40 on the damn game, lol. I'm going to give it a serious run this week, just feel like the platforming has just been so damn basic that without VR, I'd be bored to tears.
I felt the same about RE7. Without VR it's an okay horror game at best. In VR it is pretty scary. That's the magic of VR.Bad to hear, you mean! I spent $40 on the damn game, lol. I'm going to give it a serious run this week, just feel like the platforming has just been so damn basic that without VR, I'd be bored to tears.
Did you get to 2-2 yet? It's where the game really takes off IMO.
Nope, I'm literally just into the second world. I don't think I even played the first level of it. I'm definitely not going to quit on it!
I said as much in the OT, but I feel world 1 is fine and reasonably charming.
2-2 though... My jaw dropped. It's a fantastic twist on a platformer trope.
More Mario Galaxy for me. Visually the "Pixar-like" work on textures and details, but essentially how you feel the world spining under your feet like in an airport speedwalk rather than freely exploring it (the difference between camera axes is subtile but makes a huge difference in M64 and Galaxy). "Bound" would be closer to M64 on the pure exploration thing.So in hindsight, that Mario 64 quote ended up being accurate, right?
I fucking love Astro Bot but good god I wish that Mario comment was never made. It HAS to be brought up every time the game is talked about for better or worse.
Also, please go buy Astro Bot.