At the very start of Raytrace Ruins, there are some Bots on the right playing Ninja Bots. This was a free add-on to 2013 PS4 pack-in title The Playroom by SCE Japan Studio, which is the originator of the Bots and actually precedes the creation of Astro. On the right side of the giant pool at the end of Hotel Hopalot, you can find some Bots dancing next to two cardboard cutouts.

Artifact 2/2 “Playstation Vita”– At the top of the above tower, jump and hold break the glass on top, then pull the revealed wire to get this artifact. Puzzle Piece 4/4 – After going up the above lily pad to continue, go to the left to find this puzzle piece. Artifact 1/2 “DUALSHOCK 3 Wireless Controller” – Continue left out onto the small island, defeat the three enemies then pull up the wires to find this artifact. Puzzle Piece 4/4 – Keep climbing and after going off two bounce pads you’ll be at the very top of the plaza, where you can find this puzzle piece.

Spin all three to raise the platform they are on, revealing this puzzle piece. Puzzle Piece 1/4 – As soon as the level starts, turn around and head back across the platforms to find this puzzle piece. Puzzle Piece 2/4 – After reaching the next group of enemies circling a platform, go to the left where you can pull a wire and reach a tightrope. Puzzle Piece 1/4 – In the next section there are two groups of enemies walking in circles around a patch of dirt. NK88 to reveal a plant that spawns some platforms when attacked, then jump over onto the tree platforms to find this puzzles piece.

Wild ARMs is a Japanese role-playing game, and received a remake on the PS2 in 2003. The “Project Neo” Trophy is a reference to the codename of the PS4 Pro. The PS4 Pro was a more powerful model of the original PlayStation 4 launched in 2016. It has an additional 2.3 teraflops of power, which allows it to render games at close to 4K resolutions, or in HD with better performance.

On one of the monitors in the Labo area is an image of a CD-ROM and a DVD. DVDs meanwhile aided the PS2 because its DVD drive meant that it could play DVD movies, an incredibly popular format for watching films at the time. Speaking of which, on a table is a Bot observing a gold plus with the Sacred Symbols on it.

Websites like PSNProfiles and TrueTrophies offer detailed trophy guides, roadmaps, and forums where players can share tips, ask questions, and discuss strategies. These platforms often feature user-submitted guides and video walkthroughs, providing diverse perspectives and solutions for challenging trophies. Achieving the platinum trophy in Astro’s Playroom is a relatively quick and straightforward endeavor. Most players can expect to unlock all trophies and earn the platinum within 4 to 5 hours of gameplay. This makes it an ideal game for those looking to boost their trophy count without investing a significant amount of time.

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Rescuing all four special bots unlocks a unique trophy‚ adding to your collection. Artifacts in Astro Playroom are hidden collectibles tied to PlayStation history‚ offering insight into the game’s development. Each artifact is cleverly concealed across levels‚ often requiring careful exploration to find. They add depth to the game’s story and celebrate its nostalgic roots. To locate them‚ thoroughly explore each area‚ check hidden paths‚ and use Astro’s abilities like spin attacks to uncover these treasures. Collecting all artifacts is a key step toward 100% completion and earning the Platinum Trophy.

This came pre-installed with every PlayStation 5 console to show the power of the PS5 and DualSense controller. It’s clear that gamers love these little bots, and the excitement for them now is that their full-fledged PS5 game, Astro Bot, is coming in a few weeks. Astro’s Playroom is more than a demo as its charm and gameplay shine through to every player. I went into this game expecting it to be nothing more than a quick tech demo, I was very wrong.

Astro’s Playroom: Controls

This references 1996’s Crash Bandicoot on the PS1, developed by Naughty Dog and often considered the PlayStation’s earliest mascot-type character. The dance is the Crash dance created for Japanese ads of the game (specifically the modified one from the N-Sane Trilogy on PS4), while the mask is Aku Aku, Crash’s protector. After reaching the first Checkpoint in Caching Caves, look for a box frame structure in the ground you can drop into.

Ease Of Play

Sliding your finger across the touchpad lets you direct your movement as you roll around in a ball. The list goes on, and while some mechanics feel like gimmicks (steering with motion controls will never be fun), the majority of them are cool. Even more than that, they make a substantial difference in your connection to the action, conveying an amazing tactile sense of the world. Astro’s Playroom comes pre-installed on every PlayStation 5, so when you first start it up, you may assume it’s a tutorial designed to introduce you to the system’s capabilities.