SeekerAstral Chain
Astral Chain is another excellent game from Platinum, and one of the best action games of this generation. Period. Fighting off alien invaders with a Legion robot by your side proves to be even more fun than it looks, which is saying a lot. Even outside of combat, the world and its characters brim with life – other than the main protagonist, that is. Excellent pacing artfully balances tense action with enticing exploration to create a deeply satisfying and charmingly quirky ride.
-- As reviewed by IGN
Product details
- Players can control the protagonist and a special weapon called a Legion simultaneously, building stylish combos by using both characters in tandem
- There are multiple Legions in the game, each with different combat styles and abilities. Players can even strategically change between Legions at will during real-time battles
- This apocalyptic setting is full of intricate details and interesting characters, including citizens and suspects you can interact with in the city, others in the special police task force, and your twin sibling
- Use the abilities of the Legion not only in battle but also for investigating cases and solving environmental puzzles
- Uncover the secrets of the alternate dimension called the Astral Plane, where the mysterious invaders originate
PROS
+ Stellar, unique combat
+ Fun traversal and puzzle solving
+ Creative implementations of Legions
+ Excellent graphics and sound design
CONS
- Dull dialogue
- Detective scenes are a mixed bag
- Convoluted systems and menus
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Expert reviews and ratings
By The Verge on August 30, 2019
Astral Chain is the latest Nintendo Switch game from Bayonetta developer Platinum Games. It blends together multiple elements, from stylish action to pokémon-style monsters.
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By IGN on August 26, 2019
Astral Chain is another excellent game from Platinum, and one of the best action games of this generation. Period. Fighting off alien invaders with a Legion robot by your side proves to be even more fun than it looks, which is saying a lot. Even outside of combat, the world and its characters brim with life – other than the main protagonist, that is. Excellent pacing artfully balances tense action with enticing exploration to create a deeply satisfying and charmingly quirky ride.
90
By Tom's Guide on August 26, 2019
Astral Chain is one of the Switch's best action games yet, with unique, two-character combat and a striking sense of style.
80
By TrustedReviews on August 29, 2019
Astral Chain is one of PlatinumGames' finest acts this generation, cementing itself as yet another stellar exclusive for Nintendo Switch. It doesn't reach the heights of excellence achieved by Yoko Taro's NieR: Automata, but can more than hold its own thanks to an excellent setting, experimental combat and so, so much style it hurts.
80