Team Asobi Shares Insights into Character Selection for Astro Bot
In a recent interview with journalist Stephen Totilo, Team Asobi studio head Nicolas Doucet revealed the thought process behind choosing characters for the popular game Astro Bot. While Doucet mentioned that “almost 100%” of the most-wishlisted iconic Sony characters were included in the game, he refrained from commenting on why Square Enix characters were missing.
Doucet explained that when approaching various publishers for character approvals, the response was overwhelmingly positive. Most partners approved without hesitation, showing enthusiasm for the project. However, not all characters made the cut. When asked about the absence of characters like Final Fantasy 7’s Cloud or characters from Nier or Kingdom Hearts, Doucet emphasized the respect for each publisher’s decision.
Addressing the balance between recognizable characters and more obscure ones, Doucet acknowledged the challenge of appealing to a wide audience while also catering to those with a fondness for lesser-known characters. Despite knowing that some references may only be appreciated by a select few, Team Asobi aimed to create a diverse roster of characters in Astro Bot.
Exciting Updates on Astro Bot DLC
Sony and Team Asobi recently unveiled details about the upcoming DLC for Astro Bot, which will feature five new online speedrunning levels and 10 new bots to rescue. While specific bot details are yet to be revealed, a teaser trailer showcased characters like the bot-version of Stellar Blade’s Eve and a Helldivers 2 Helldiver making appearances in the DLC.
For fans of the charming platformer, Eurogamer has compiled a list of their favorite Astro Bot moments to enjoy. Stay tuned for more updates on Astro Bot and its upcoming DLC adventures!