The recently surfaced trophy list for the upcoming PlayStation title Astro Bot seems to hint at an exciting possibility: a sequel for the beloved 3D platformer. Scheduled for release on September 6, Astro Bot is generating significant buzz as the most ambitious entry in the series to date.
Anticipation and Development
Astro Bot marks a nostalgic return to the quirky, lighthearted style reminiscent of Sony’s former Japan Studio, from which Team Asobi, the developers behind Astro Bot, originated before its downsizing in 2021. With a development cycle of approximately three years, Astro Bot contrasts sharply with the eight-year production span of another PlayStation release, Concord. Shorter development times often mean smaller budgets, leading Sony to evaluate Astro Bot’s commercial success to decide on future projects of a similar scale.
Sequel Tease in Trophy List
The intrigue around Astro Bot’s future is amplified by the trophy list for the game. The description for the platinum trophy reads, « Congratulations on finishing the game! See you in Astro’s next adventure! » This wording has led many to speculate about a possible sequel. This isn’t the first time such phrasing has been used; Astro’s Playroom, the studio’s previous title, included a similar message in its platinum trophy description.
Potential Future Plans
While this could simply be playful messaging, it hints that Team Asobi might be gearing up for a new Astro Bot adventure. Given the enthusiasm for the game, there’s speculation that the next installment could be featured as a preinstalled tech demo on Sony’s upcoming PS6 console, much like Astro’s Playroom was for the PS5.
Looking Ahead
It’s too soon to confirm any concrete plans for a sequel. However, if Astro Bot performs well commercially, Sony might consider pursuing more small-scale, innovative games like it. Astro Bot could even become a prominent PlayStation mascot alongside iconic characters like Kratos and Aloy, depending on the success of this new title.
