Sony has revealed that PlayStation 5 unique Astro Bot is getting a free enlargement tomorrow, December 12, which provides a complete new degree referred to as Winter Wonder to the beloved platformer.
A PlayStation Blog submit revealed the enlargement arrives at 6pm Pacific / 9pm Eastern, that means 2am on December 13 within the UK. It’s accessible at no further price to anybody who owns Astro Bot however requires completion of the bottom recreation to play.
“Since releasing Astro Bot earlier this yr on PlayStation 5, we now have been submerged by pretty feedback from you and the PlayStation neighborhood, and we’re delighted with the crucial response to the sport everywhere in the world,” mentioned Nicolas Doucet, studio director of developer Team Asobi.
“From the underside of our hearts, thanks a lot for exhibiting your appreciation. It really means loads to us. As our approach of claiming thanks, it’s my pleasure to announce that a complete new piece of free extra content material is coming to Astro Bot. Indeed, the little robotic elves of Team Asobi have been very busy getting ready a complete new degree referred to as Winter Wonder.”
Doucet did not share a lot on what followers can anticipate of the brand new degree, although a single screenshot exhibits a festive world with a big Christmas tree at its centre.
“Since we would like it to stay a little bit shock, we is not going to say an excessive amount of, however you need to anticipate a fun-filled degree with shiny presents, an excellent dose of jingle bells, and brand-new particular bots so as to add to your crew,” Doucet mentioned.
“This winter replace was made with each person in thoughts, that means it’s a celebration pleasant for youngsters and adults alike. So, no hair-pulling problem this time,” he added, seemingly referencing the earlier collection of speedrun challenges launched as downloadable content material.
Astro Bot bought 1.5 million items in its first two months on sale and earned a 9/10 in IGN’s evaluation. “A fantastically creative platformer in its personal proper, Astro Bot is especially particular for anybody with a spot of their coronary heart for PlayStation,” we mentioned.
Ryan Dinsdale is an IGN freelance reporter. He’ll speak about The Witcher all day.