Sony says Astro Bot is more than four times the size of Astro's Playroom, has no microtransactions | VGC
How does the size of Astro Bot compare to its predecessor, Astro’s Playroom?
Astro Bot is significantly larger than its predecessor, Astro's Playroom. According to Sony, Astro Bot offers over four times more worlds, 300 bots to rescue, and dozens of new powers and features to discover2. Astro's Playroom was a free game included with every PS5 console, which took around three hours to beat. In contrast, Astro Bot is a standalone, full-sized adventure that provides a much larger and more immersive experience for players.
Will Astro Bot feature any microtransactions or in-game purchases?
Astro Bot will not feature any microtransactions or in-game purchases. According to the game's website, "No, each planet already has plenty of coins to find and spend in the Gatcha Lab." This information is based on a FAQ on the game's website, where Sony confirms that there will be no in-game purchases or microtransactions in Astro Bot5.
Is Astro Bot going to be available on platforms other than the PS5?
Astro Bot will be a PlayStation 5 exclusive and will not be available on other platforms6. This information was confirmed by Sony in a FAQ on the game's website. The game will not be released on PS4 or PlayStation VR2, and there is no mention of a PC version, leaving the door open for a potential port in the future.