Astral Chain (Switch) - Reviews
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24.10.2019
Good action game - Speaking of PlatinumGames I preferred Bayonetta 1 &2 & The Wonderful 101 to this, but it certainly has a unique and well executed concept for what it is.It's slow to get into it. Much of the first part of the game felt like a very long tutorial - for me personally, that limited my desire to replay missions.I wanted to love it the same way as I do the Bayonetta / Devil May Cry series, but it left me feeling a little cold...didn't feel much of an attachment to any of the characters either, which is something I usually hope for in a game. I know that's not everyone's cup of tea, but it's how my brain works.
2.10.2019
Great game, while it plays a little differently to Devil May Cry or Platinum's own Bayonetta series once you become accustomed to it you'll be hacking and slashing your way through the digital demon hoards. Graphics are terrific for a Switch title and while the 30fps gameplay isn't quite up to the split second 60fps responsiveness of Bayonetta on Switch, it's good enough. It's a long game too, I've clocked up over 30 hours without doing all the optional missions. There are a few frustrating bugs in the game, such as a twitchy camera that has a habit of getting stuck pointing the wrong way and your own character getting snagged and falling off ledges during the platform sections.
20.1.2020
The company should be an easy give away as to how good this game is. What blown me away was the fact it was made a switch exclusive. It is by far one games I've played in 2019, and if like me you're the type of gamer who loves doing every side quest and collecting every item, the game has lots of content and takes a good chunk of time to complete. Even if you decided not to do that, the game would still take a day or two to complete. It also has after story content. Controlling the character and the legion can be a slight learning curve, but once you get the hang of it, it feels extremely achieving. Definitely would recommend to anyone,
1.9.2019
You get the iconic PlatinumGames action formula we have come to expect with a twist of Persona like similarities. You really need to witness this game. It is breathtaking.Astral Chain is directed by the insanely talented, ace of PlatinumGames Takahisa Taura who was the lead game designer on NieR: Automata. The creator of Devil May Cry and Bayonetta, the legendary Hideki Kamiya was also heavily involved as the project supervisor. The beautiful character designs you see were drawn by the famous Manga artist Mazakazu Katsura.All this leads to a fresh creative take on the action genre. PlatinumGames have knocked it out of the park with this one.This is my game of the year.Takahisa Taura you are a legend.
4.3.2020
Great gameplay, lovely graphic style, lots of stuff to collect, customise your legions as you progress through the game. Me the big kid and the boy are really enjoying this. It's fun. Just be mindful that Bayonetta it ain't, so forget what you know about those games (if you've played them) and get into something new. Of course there are similarities, but what's the point in not creating something new when devs have better resources to play with!?! Anyway, that's our take on it. Recommend for those who don't mind learning curves that pay off enabling an entertaining, action adventure gameplay experience!
25.8.2020
I'm about 4-5 hours in the game. I love the visuals, customisation and the fast paced scenes are great! The main story is engaging and the side missions are good too. I usually don't care to play side missions in games but the world is super engaging so makes me want to explore more. I like both turn based and non-turn based combat games but personally, I don't enjoy the combat system. Its confusing trying to control my character and the legion at the same time but thankfully there is an "unchained" mode that makes it much easier. Other than that, I'm really enjoying the game!
31.8.2019
I played bayoneta, a little bit of Nier ( the PC version is bad), and this game definitely delivers, it suits perfect for the switch, higly customizable, intense soundtrack, good quality audio, play it on standard mode, I've been playing for 3 hours and still going through tutorias to learn how to attack and move. Timing, good sync with your brain and controller imputs is the key ;) , alot of cut scenes but I don't mind because the story is cool and the graphic quality is great so you feel like watching a last gen Anime movie on cut scenes. :)
30.8.2019
Astral Chain is a more simple platinum game than either Bayonetta or Vanquish with light RPG mechanics and a great visual style.As an entry point to Platinum style action games this is perfect with engaging but simple combat and an amazing soundtrack.Would recommend to everyone although hardcore fans of other platinum games may feel the combat is a little simplified when compared to the likes of MGR Revengence or Bayontta, Although Astral Chain seems to be doing it's own thing and that's Great.
17.9.2019
What a fantastic game, If you like games like DMC or Bayonetta you will LOVE this game. You get a companion known in the game called a "Legion" and don't worry the game isn't a constant escort mission the Legion can be used in combat which in itself is very smooth. The game is very stable and visually stunning in both portable mode and in docked. The story is very Anime but doesn't have a predictable ending and the all of the characters are great. If you have a switch GET THIS GAME!
18.9.2019
This is yet another amazing action game from Platinum Games. The play mechanics centring around your chained Legion are wonderfully inventive and make for some stunning almost balletic ways to take down enemies.The graphics are really polished, and the character designs etc help to make this seem like you’re playing a Japanese anime. A great game that needs to be played and will be appreciated by anyone who has played Nier Automata/Metal Gear/Bayonetta.
20.9.2019
Plot wise I can't say its anything new, but the villain is really interesting, makes you wonder who is actually in the right between your sketchy commander and Jena. The gameplay is quite innovative but it does take some used to control wise, I keep dodging instead of attacking since i'm used to the B button being assigned as attack. Needs just some getting used to. I wish it was a bit more character background/arc heavy.
31.8.2019
As of writing this review I have played roughly 5 hours of this game, so this isnt an in-depth review, but for someone who is thinking about buying the game.If you like Police games, Action Adventure games, Sci-Fi games, or anything like that, you are doing yourselves a massive dis-service by not playing this Title. It has all the above, including a great cast of characters and lore to dig in.
9.9.2019
Fantastic game with a surprising amount of depth to the combat. Initially I thought I would just be mashing one attack button, but a combination of different buttons, timings, and controlling your legion is required to fully utilise all the mechanics.Enjoyable story so far, with plenty of side missions that don't just feel like fetch quests and that make you want to go back and complete them.
9.9.2019
This game, like most of Platinum's games, is full of beautifully crafted gameplay and as usual with their Nintendo games, it really pushes the hardware without sacrificing on performance. The story is a little bit iffy, but this is to be expected from PG as they have a massive focus on making their games as fun and interesting mechanically as possible.Also Akira is my latest waifu.
7.10.2020
I can't express how great this game is. Action, world setting, mechanics, this game does them all justice!It's about 25-35 hours long if you just do the story, but if you're interested in the extra content and even doing achievements in the game, you can go north of 80 hours.We need more actions like this on the Switch. I really do hope we get a 2nd game in the series.