Astral Chain Reviews

Astral Chain is ranked in the 98th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
10 / 10
Aug 25, 2019

Astral Chain is yet another addition to the Nintendo Switch library that will be fondly remembered for decades to come.

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8.5 / 10.0
Aug 25, 2019

Besides a lack in meaningful detective/police quests you'll get the usual high quality gameplay mix from the studio that fans would expect (If you give the game enough time)

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9 / 10.0
Aug 25, 2019

Astral Chain is something truly unique. Its characters, combat, world and how it is all brought together made it an action game I could not help but love. Its a meaty game with a lot to experience with every moment filled with something exciting to do.

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90 / 100
Sep 6, 2019

Astral Chain constantly moves forward and builds momentum for an explosive end. As part of an elite law enforcement unit known as Neuron, it's your job to fight the most deadly monsters humanity has ever encountered with tools only a handful of people have access to. Without a doubt, Astral Chain is one of PlatinumGames best work and one of the top exclusives for the Nintendo Switch. An outstanding story that constantly ramps up with bigger and more dangerous threat with a constant stream of new and deadly enemies within a beautifully decorated world. It's only when the developers attempt to go outside those strong mechanics and try something different that Astral Chain fumbles.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 16, 2019

It may not be PlatinumGames' finest title, but it's definitely a fun time for any Switch owners looking for their next blood-pumping action title.

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7.5 / 10.0
Sep 4, 2019

At this stage, PlatinumGames have a reputation for making fast-paced, stylish action games, and while Astral Chain is a bit slower than their previous efforts, it still has that deep and engaging combat system that these developers are practically known for.

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8 / 10
Sep 8, 2019

Astral Chain ends up being a mixure of genres in an action game quite hard to define but easy to qualify: Explosive, frenetic and hella fun.

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9 / 10.0
Sep 16, 2019

Since the moment Astral Chain was teased for the Nintendo Switch, I’ll be the first to admit this was a game I wasn’t going to just enjoy, but one I knew would be a must-have heavy hitter. From its visuals to its gameplay elements, it hasn’t disappointed, and it stands out rather well among its peers.

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8.5 / 10.0
Sep 14, 2019

While it falls into some trappings both general and unique, its inspired design choices in combat and the wealth of customization it provides makes the game stand out even amongst other Nintendo published titles. It can be intimidating at times, but Astral Chain is a game anyone with a Switch should be investigating for themselves.

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4 / 5.0
Sep 20, 2019

Astral Chain keeps the level of style that has come to be associated with PlatinumGames, and it’s most evident in the combat.

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Sep 11, 2019

"Action game that shines like neon lights."

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56%
Sep 28, 2019

There are a lot of good ideas displayed in Astral Chain but very little is well executed. A sequel with improvements could be exciting

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Worth your time
Sep 1, 2019

The excellent combat, coupled with the intriguing story, are capable of keeping your eyes glued to your Nintendo Switch screen for hours. Astral Chain fells like a true PlatinumGames experience through and through.

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9 / 10
Aug 29, 2019

PlatinumGames certainly did not disappoint. Almost all the course of the game I could not get bored, because activities lurked all the time. One of the few things that is a bit annoying on the game is the fact that the chapter can't be played 100% right away, because often there are activities requiring a Legion you don't already have. You must then go back in future chapters to complete these activities. The length of each chapter and the overall storyline also seemed great to me, and I had finished in about 18 hours. For a great combination of catchy story, amazing stylization and heaps of fun fighting, I'll give solid recommendation 9 out of 10.

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9 / 10
Sep 16, 2019

Astral Chain definitely falls within the higher tiers of Platinum Games’ offerings. It boasts a wholly unique and fully-realized gameplay mechanic, above-average world-building and characters straight out of animé, a memorable soundtrack, and more than enough replay value, all glistened with a coat of polish that will have you itching for more, even once you’ve completed its twenty-odd-hour campaign.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 5, 2019

Astral Chain carves a niche for itself in the stylish action genre through its diverse gameplay options and unique two-character controls.

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8 / 10
Aug 26, 2019

A truly creative and intense hack and slash-RPG hybrid, with a magnificent combat system and sadly irregular exploration scenes.

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Sep 11, 2019

Astral Chain feels like the culmination of Platinum Games’ work, combining sleek character-action gameplay with well-defined progression mechanics, a striking world, and more than a few memorable moments.

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Sep 19, 2019

In short, Astral Chain is fast, intense, stylish, beautiful, atmospheric and frustrating, it's nowhere near perfect but it's perfect enough in the impression it lives after you're done playing. This is one of the most technically impressive and fun experiences you can find on the Nintendo Switch and at this point, it's safe to say that it's a must-own, as it's easily one of the best games of 2019.

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10 / 10.0
Sep 6, 2019

Where we’re treated to true cinematic experiences across all major platforms, that deliver some of the most expansive worldliness that can only be achieved by a plethora of untapped potential in gaming. This is it. Astral Chain is one of the best video game’s of 2019.

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