10 PlayStation VIP Bot guests and the games that inspired them – PlayStation.Blog

Had a blast with Astro Bot? I’m sure many of you are still working hard to rescue every last robot from the deepest reaches of space. I’m also sure that many of you have spotted some PlayStation VIP bots that look very familiar… but there may be some that you know you’ve seen before but can’t quite remember where or don’t know the context history. behind them. And there may be a few things that you don’t remember at all.

Astro Bot is filled with loving tributes to the global history and legacy of PlayStation spanning thirty years, so there are bound to be some deep cuts– so don’t feel too awkward if there’s one. VIP that you don’t recognize. The great thing is, with a huge library of classic games available on the PlayStation Store or PlayStation Plus Premium, it’s fun and easy to take an interactive history lesson to learn more about the bot The oddity has caught your attention. Let’s take a look at some Astro Bot references–and how you can play the game in classic callbacks.

Monkey escapes

Just when you think you’ve got all those dirty monkeys locked up for good, they’re up to their old tricks in Astro Bot! Monkey escapes is an action/adventure game released in 1999 using the DualShock controller recently introduced on the original PlayStation console. You’re tasked with rounding up a group of intelligent (?) monkeys that have been causing mischief all this time, and the DualShock is crucial to this, allowing you to move carefully to approach and capture them. naughty monkey. Apes On The Loose – an ape-themed level that escapes at the end of the Gorilla Nebula – apes (pun intended) this gameplay is quite unique, requiring you to strategize to capture all the apes The raucous leader of the stage plays effectively.

Play the original Monkey escapes at the PlayStation Store and is part of PlayStation Plus Premium.

Loco Roco

Released on the PlayStation Portable (PSP) in 2006, the strikingly colorful LocoRoco became one of the system’s standout titles. LocoRoco is a blob-like species that lives in bright light and sings in harmony with the planet. When an evil force threatens this natural wonder, LocoRoco will fight it the only way they know how – by smiling and singing along. When you reach the Going Loco level in Astro Bot at the end of Camo Cosmos, you’ll be treated to a level built to resemble Loco Roco’s signature rolling gameplay as you tilt and bounce your way past hazards dangerous–you can even press R2 to split into multiple small Astros that fit into small areas, just like in the original.

If you missed this series, fear not– original, Loco Roco 2And LocoRoco Midnight Festival available at the PlayStation Store and is part of PlayStation Plus Premium.

Patapon

Hidden in one of the Lost Galaxy levels are several unique-looking VIP bots modeled after Patapon, from the 2007 PSP game of the same name. Patapon (and its PSP sequels) offers Unique combination of rhythm and real-time strategy. The Patapons, a civilization of giant intelligent creatures, were expelled from their homeland long ago. With the help of their patron god’s powerful warm drum, they marched to reclaim their lands from their enemies. By entering a series of button commands to the beat of a pounding drum, you command the Patapon tribe to attack, retreat, rush forward, etc.

Both Patapon And Patapon 2 available at the PlayStation Store and is part of PlayStation Plus Premium.

Everyone’s Golf/Hot Shots Golf — Professional golfer

Golf is a game that can seem intimidating, even in video game form. Developer Camelot has taken a different approach, avoiding the complexity and over-realism of other golf games for a pick-up-and-play experience that’s easy to learn, plays smoothly, and proves to be a lot of fun in multiplayer. player. Everybody’s Golf (originally nicknamed Hot Shots Golf in North America) proved to be a huge hit globally, and developer Clap Hanz would take the reigns from the sequel onwards.

The latest batch is available at the PlayStation Store and on the PlayStation Plus Games Catalog, and it’s the most enjoyable golf experience ever—but if you want that classic feel, you can always check out Hot Golf Shots And Hot Shots Golf 2 At the same time, both are available on the PlayStation Store and are part of PlayStation Plus Premium.

Mister Mosquito – Bloodsucking robot

Getting rid of pests is often a part of playing video games, but in the unique PlayStation 2 title Mr. Mosquito from the developer of Zoom, you can play the role of pest yourself! As Mister Mosquito, you need to plan ahead to survive the winter and you’ve found a beautiful family home with plenty of fresh blood to suck on. Unfortunately, the people are not very happy about you freeloading. You will try to avoid their attention and stay calm – but be ready for a fierce battle between mosquitoes and humans if you are discovered! The PS2 is often remembered as a golden age for quirky, unique titles, and Mister Mosquito is certainly a prime example.

Mr. Mosquito available at the PlayStation Store and is part of PlayStation Plus Premium.

Qube smart

IQ: Intelligent Qube is considered one of the most memorable puzzle games on the original PlayStation. A mysterious power wants to test you, and so you stand on a mysterious web as terrifying giant cubes roll forward to push you into the abyss. You must predict how the blocks will approach and mark spots on the floor to remove them. This novel concept comes from outside the typical game development process, as it is the brainchild of Professor Masahiko Sato of Tokyo University of the Arts. The awesome, epic-sounding music is also worth noting – just don’t let it distract you from block smashing.

Both IQ and the next part, Kurushi Final: Mental Blockavailable at PlayStation Store and PlayStation Plus Premium.

Flash Jump — Lapin Jump

Flash Jumpreleased in 1995, was a lifelong PlayStation gamer’s first experience with the console (myself included). This unique first-person platformer tasks you with controlling Robbit, a super-powered mech built to jump to absurd heights. He’s out to stop the devious Baron Aloha, a mad scientist whose plot involves cutting up a planet to develop a space resort. Developers Exact and Ultra have used the polygon pushing power of the original PlayStation to create fantastic environments, and the use of clever camera angles to make it easy to see where the high-jumping Robbit is landing makes The game becomes fun and accessible for those unfamiliar with navigation. 3D space.

Flash Jump available at PlayStation Store and PlayStation Plus Premium.

Vib-Ribbon — Ribbon Rider

Who is this funny monochrome guy modeled after? This bot resembles the strange Vibri line vector rabbit from the original PlayStation classic Vib Ribbon, released in Japan and Europe. Developed by esteemed rhythm game maker Masaya Matsuura and his team at NanaOn-Sha, Vib Ribbon is a novel action game that takes any music CD you pop into your PlayStation and turns it into a challenging auto-scrolling action game featuring repeat-de-loops, spikes and other hazards. Since the game relies heavily on a physical CD, it’s not available digitally, but you can check out other great NanaOn-Sha classics like Rapper Parappa. (He was also excellent in Astro Bot.)

Wild Arm — Dream Chaser

Wild weapons was one of the earliest role-playing games to make a splash on the PlayStation. It launched in 1996 from developer Media.Vision and spawned a series of games with much next part. It is remembered for its unique Western fantasy fusion setting, strategic turn-based combat, and extraordinary soundtrack. The Dream Chaser robot represents the game’s hero, Rudy, who has the ability to control ancient weapons known as ARMs. Along with his companions, mercenary Jack and princess Cecilia, Rudy goes on a quest across the world of Filgaia to prevent the resurrection of an ancient mechanical monster. If you have some nostalgia for classic PlayStation RPGs, keep your eyes peeled for other titles like Suikoden and Alundra.

Wild weapons available at PlayStation Store and PlayStation Plus Premium.

Devil Dice — Little Devil

One of the deepest cuts in Astro Bot has an interesting story behind it. Devil Dice, known in Japan as XI (pronounced “sai”), is a game concept that came from a competition held in Japan from 1995 to 1999 called Game Yarouze. As a result, independent developer Shift was given development and publishing support. Their game, Devil Dice, is a challenging 3D puzzle game in which a small character in a fun devil suit matches sets of dice to clear them from the field. Between this game and Smart Qube, block puzzles are trending on the original PlayStation–for good reason, because both games are well worth checking out for puzzle game fans. You’ll see a clear nod to Devil Dice when rescuing the relevant VIP Bot in an isometric room full of hidden dice in Serpent Starway’s Slo-Mo Casino Stage.