During the latest State of Play event, fans were thrilled to learn about the highly anticipated sequel to the beloved Astro’s Playroom. The diminutive robot has evolved into somewhat of an icon in gaming culture, and rightfully so. Now, brace yourselves for the next chapter in its adventure – simply titled “Astro Bot.”

The announcement came with promises of an immersive experience that fully leverages the capabilities of the DualSense controller, ensuring players truly feel every twist and turn through the game’s 80 diverse levels. With 15 new features integrated into the gameplay, Astro Bot is poised to deliver an even more exhilarating journey than before.

In a glimpse provided by the trailer, viewers were treated to a sneak peek at over 70 new enemy types, alongside appearances from iconic PlayStation characters such as Kratos, Parappa the Rapper, and the protagonist from the critically acclaimed game Journey.

“Astro will reunite with many friends from the PlayStation universe. The trailer shows only a few but we double down on the cast and hope to delight every PlayStation fan out there. And who knows, maybe this time, these characters will play an even bigger part in saving the day?” developers shared in a recent blog post.

Mark your calendars, folks. Circle September 6th with a bold, red marker because that’s when the excitement unfolds. Get ready to embark on a thrilling adventure with Astro Bot and friends as they journey through the realms of gaming once more.