Summary
Astro Bot, the highest-rated PS5 game of 2024, has gone on sale for the very first time since its initial launch, currently down to $49.99. The discount forAstro Botis available not only for the digital version on the PlayStation Store, but also for the physical version at retailers like PS Direct, Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart. This Black Friday discount gives PlayStation fans the chance to grab the game at a lower price while offering a variety of options to buy physically or digitally.
Astro Botwas first released on September 6 as a sequel toAstro’s Playroom. It instantly became a fan favorite after it launched, scoring it enough rave reviews to becomethe highest-rated PS5 exclusive game of 2024, boasting a 95 OpenCritc rating. This manages to beat outElden Ring’sShadow of the EdtreeDLC (94), and other critically acclaimed releases likeFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth(93) andMetaphor: ReFantazio(93). PlayStation 5 owners who haven’t gotten the chance to try outAstro Botyet can snag it at a reduced price.
The deal currently makes the game 17% off on all digital storefronts and the aforementioned retailers. This meansAstro Botcurrently costs roughly $50as opposed to its usual $60 USD. While it’s not the biggestdiscount PlayStation is offering for Black Friday, it is still the first time that the game has gone on sale since its September release. This discount forAstro Botwill last until May 21, 2025, for most retailers, while PlayStation Direct will be offering this reduced price for an entire month, ending on Jun 27, 2025.
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It’s likely this is the best price the game will have this year, considering the aforementionedPlayStation Black Friday deals, and while it could get slashed again closer to the holidays, it seems unlikely. As such, PS5 gamers who haven’t gotten the game yet could consider this a good option if they’re looking to play the game at a discount sooner rather than later.
Astro Bothas already crossed 1.5 million copies sold since its launch two months ago, and its positive reception even managed to get it anomination for Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024, among other titles likeBlack Myth: WukongandMetaphor: ReFantazio.Astro Bot’s momentum isn’t slowing down either, as the game is getting various post-launch updates and new levels.
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