Artifact 2/2 “DUALSHOCK 4 Wireless Controller” – From the location of puzzle piece 4, drop down to the right where you can see the line of coins and grab another monkey bar. Puzzle Piece 4/4 – Now instead of progressing upward from that puzzle piece, go to the right side of that monkey bar to reach another handhold up to the right, which drops the wall to the right. In this area, there are some spinning shapes on the walls and a puzzle piece directly in the middle of the right one you can grab. Artifact 1/2 “Playstation Camera” – From the location of puzzle piece 2, you need to jump up to a set of handholds on the left side. Artifact 2/2 “Playstation Vita Game Pack” – After avoiding the large yellow barrel, go up the slope then directly left.

Each bit of grain is felt through your hand, which makes it intense in the best way. Take when you’re exiting the beach and you’re walking against the fans that are blowing sand across you. The microphone makes the wind more intense while the vibrations of the sand are felt as the controller feels like a sandstorm. As mentioned before, Astro’s Playroom demonstrates the PS5’s potential. The speed of the SSD as levels instantly load is impressive, as nothing was this fast with the PlayStation 4.

With more levels, Astro Bot’s level design is far richer, giving a lot more room for every move and gadget to stand out. Team Asobi basically took everything they learned in the Playroom and improved it before adding it into Astro Bot (and that doesn’t apply only to level design). TR88 holds up surprisingly well in the graphics department, and you’ll only notice the graphical difference between the two entries if you directly compare them. How much does Astro Bot improve on its foundations from the Playroom?

In Astro’s Playroom, the adaptive triggers come up a lot, but the most obvious demonstration of them is when Astro hops into a spring suit. Once inside, the game turns into a side-scrolling platformer, as Astro is able to launch itself to the left or right using a giant spring in its legs. The illusion is incredible, making me feel way more connected to the events on screen than I would without this tension.

These aspects don’t fundamentally change how Astro’s Playroom plays. But they make those moments you’ve experienced before feel more interesting and immersive. It didn’t change the core of the game, but it made the overall experience better. Astro’s Playroom could easily have been a simple tech demo, and in a way it is that. Its main function is to demonstrate the possibilities of the DualSense.

To earn it, you need to race in all eight levels and have all your best times total up to less than seven minutes (so an average of about 52.5 seconds each). Remember, once you’re done collecting all the Special Bots, you’ll be able to transfer them to new game Astro Bot. For a full list of All Bots Locations and All VIP Bots in the latest title, check out our Astro Bot PS5 guide. If for some reason you don’t like blowing into your controller’s microphone, just turn it off. When you encounter a windmill in the game, the interaction will start automatically. It is worth mentioning that if you accidentally die by picking up an earlier piece of the puzzle, its place will be replaced by a transparent piece of the puzzle.

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You splash around in the cooling unit, soar through the SSD, and explore the GPU forest. Like other mascot platformers, you also need to collect things along the way, some of which are floating in plain sight while others require some minor effort to obtain. In terms of basic structure and mechanics, Astro’s Playroom is not surprising; it adheres closely to a comfortable formula.

Discovery of these hidden trophies often relies on keen observation skills and a willingness to experiment. Players must meticulously explore every nook and cranny of the game world, searching for subtle clues and hidden interactions. Paying attention to environmental details, such as unusual objects or hidden pathways, can lead to the discovery of secret areas and unlockable trophies. The Gold trophies in Astro’s Playroom represent the pinnacle of challenge, demanding mastery of the game’s mechanics and a deep understanding of its intricacies.

Puzzle Piece 2/4 – After the second red button where you then jump up the two metal sloped platforms, this puzzle piece is in the top left corner of the area before hitting the third red button. You’ll have to jump back to the left to it from the wooden platform on the right. You also find a monkey suit for climbing and a fun nod to Marble Madness that must have been suggested by, or intended as homage to, PlayStation 5 architect Mark Cerny who created the original game.

Collecting these not only earns trophies but also unlocks special content. These trophies encourage players to thoroughly explore each level‚ making the journey to 100% completion both rewarding and engaging. Each of the four worlds are split up into four levels that are interconnected with each other. Two of these levels involve regular platforming whereas the other two involve a special power-up suit which makes use of the DualSense controller’s capabilities. Another example is the ball suit in which the player must swipe the touchpad to guide the ball.

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Specifically, they’re used in the PlayStation Labo area to be spent in the Gatcha minigame. If you do it correctly, the trapped bot will be freed from its cage, earning you the Grand Tourist trophy. Stand in front of the steering wheel and press the Options button to bring up the map screen.

When you are ready to unlock them, approach their locations in the Crash Site hub. Their locations can be seen on the map below, as indicated by the “2” icon. Before you proceed, we recommend you play around with the D-Pad, which will cause Astro to perform four different dances through the four directions. Familiarize yourself with these, as you’ll need to remember them shortly. To find the special in Memory Meadow, head to the Gusty Gateway area. Japanese YouTubers got to play the PS5, and we even got a better feel for how large the system is.

Astro Bot from Team Asobi is a brilliant 3D platformer, one of the best PS5 exclusives, and an absolute joy to play from start to finish. I can’t imagine playing it with a standard controller — though I’m sure my family hopes I run out of new discoveries soon. This Trophy is earned by doing well in the races in Network Speed Run, which is located between the blue and green doorways in the CPU Plaza.

This charming game is designed to be fun and accessible‚ making it an ideal starting point for new trophy hunters. With its creative levels and nostalgic charm‚ every trophy earned feels like a celebration of your progress. Don’t hesitate to explore and experiment—the game’s forgiving nature ensures no missable trophies. Whether you’re aiming for the Platinum or just enjoying the ride‚ Astro Playroom offers a memorable experience that showcases the magic of gaming.