There's One Genre Of AAA Game We're Sorely Missing In 2024 (& PlayStation Just Proved It)

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There has been a distinct lack of variety in the releases for PlayStation 5 games, but it's indicative of a larger problem with AAA releases. AAA games are arriving on schedule and are reaching new levels of fame, as seen as recently as. However, despite the positive feedback a lot of studios are receiving, there still seems to be an overlooked genre that many people are clamoring for.

Games that would fall under genres like collect-a-thon, platformer, and couch co-op are slowly fading away or are reserved for indie developers, with the primary industry focus shifting from pioneering to processes of reiterating and perfecting an established formula. Sony has taken steps to change this by revealing , an action-adventure platforming game with AAA quality production behind it. A lot of people have grown tired of predictable releases and have been waiting for something new for a while, andis looking like it's going to deliver something magical.

Astro is finally getting a full-length game with his upcoming platforming adventure, Astro Bot, coming exclusively to the PlayStation 5.

On thePlayStation store page, Sony describes as a experience. The trailer showcases the established PS5 mascot in varying locations, from expansive deserts to vibrant oceans. The game is expected to make extensive use of the hardware capabilities of the PlayStation 5and the DualSense controller to provide the player with an immersive platforming experience. Different gameplay mechanics, such as vehicle control, strategic combat, and even freezing time are among the many features that have been highlighted in the announcement.

The most common issue that smaller developers have when creating similar games is identity.One of the reasons that Nintendo is able to deliver high-quality platforming experiences is because of the identity that the IP already possesses. It can be very hard to make any game stand out to consumers, especially if that game revisits an unpopular, unfamiliar, or retired