Team Asobi announced five new levels for Astro Bot arriving via free update on July 10 at 2:00 PM GMT (6:00 AM PT / 9:00 AM ET).

New Vicious Void Galaxy Levels

The five new levels will join the Vicious Void Galaxy expansion, bringing the total level count to 90+. Developers warn these challenging stages will require players to "pull every bit of skill together to complete."

Level Names:

• Twin-Frog Trouble
• Suck It Up
• Handhold Havoc
• High Inflation
• Fifth level remains secret

Studio head Nicolas Doucet hinted that completing all Vicious Void levels "might lead to something really cool."

New Special Bots and Surprises

Each level will feature its own Special Bot to collect. Confirmed additions include Atsu from Ghost of Yotei. Team Asobi teased that a "revengeful newcomer" will join the robotic crew.

State of Play Announcement and Official Reveal

The announcement was officially made during Sony's State of Play event on June 5, with expanded details later shared via the PlayStation Blog. The reveal showcased Astro Bot as Sony's biggest video game hero of 2024, demonstrating the company's continued commitment to the franchise's success.

Free Content Continues Team Asobi's Commitment

The studio emphasized their pleasure in continuing to offer expanded Astro Bot experiences at no additional cost to players. This approach demonstrates Team Asobi's ongoing commitment to providing value to their dedicated fanbase without requiring extra purchases. Since the game's September 2024 launch, Astro Bot has thrived on free expansions, with this latest update continuing the established trend of post-launch support that keeps the adventure alive for both completionists and speedrunners.

Updated DualSense Controller

Team Asobi also revealed an updated Astro Bot Limited Edition DualSense controller launching later in 2025. The new version will feature "a joyful twist to the touchpad" with Astro's smiling eyes design.

About the Game

Astro Bot is a PlayStation 5 exclusive 3D platformer where players control robot Astro across levels in different galaxies. The game showcases innovative DualSense controller features and earned recognition as one of 2024's most joyful games.

Community Response Fuels Development

Team Asobi concluded their announcement by expressing genuine excitement about how Astro Bot has brought joy to households worldwide. The developers noted that positive community feedback and comments represent the greatest reward they could receive, reinforcing their dedication to creating memorable gaming experiences.

The studio's commitment to free content updates and community engagement continues to set Astro Bot apart in the gaming landscape, with this latest expansion promising to deliver even more challenging and entertaining gameplay for fans of the beloved robotic platformer. Whether players are completionists seeking to discover every secret or speedrunners looking for new challenges, there's plenty to justify another dive into Astro's vibrant world when the update launches on July 10, 2025.