Astro Bot Concept Art Reveals Unused PlayStation Cameos

Astro Bot Concept Art Reveals Unused PlayStation Cameos

Key Takeaways

  • Astro Bot’s concept art reveals potential cut cameos from Twisted Metal and The Fat Princess IPs.
  • Despite not making the final cut, DLC could bring these unused cameos back to the game.
  • Expanding the roster of Sony IP-inspired Bots would enhance the PlayStation celebration in Astro Bot.

As a seasoned gamer with over two decades of gaming under my belt, I’ve seen the evolution of PlayStation from the original console to the PS5. Astro Bot has been one of the most delightful surprises this year, and the prospect of potential DLC featuring unused cameos from Twisted Metal and The Fat Princess is truly exhilarating.


Astro Bot, a well-loved platformer, might have included appearances from characters of Twisted Metal and The Fat Princess series based on a peek at the game’s recently discovered concept art. As a PlayStation first-party game, Astro Bot honors the console’s history by incorporating cameos of characters that pay tribute to both old and new PlayStation game franchises. (Paraphrased by me)

2024 was a strong year for PlayStation with notable first-party releases like Helldivers 2. However, among all the releases, Astro Bot stands out as the clear winner in terms of critical acclaim. Developed by Team Asobi, this platformer has received numerous glowing reviews and holds the highest average critic score of any game in 2024, even surpassing heavyweights like Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. A delightful aspect of the PS5 exclusive Astro Bot is its numerous appearances of PlayStation IP characters. Interestingly, a recent report suggests that there could have been at least two more such characters included in the game but were left unused.

According to the concept art for Astro Bot shown in a VGC video, it seems that characters from other PlayStation games like Sweet Tooth from Twisted Metal and The Fat Princess herself might have been considered for inclusion in the game during its development. This is suggested by several Bots in the image, some of which resemble popular characters from PlayStation’s first-party games. Notably, two of these unique Bots appear to be influenced by Sweet Tooth and The Fat Princess, as they share distinct design attributes with these characters.

Concept Art Hints at Astro Bot’s Unused Cameos

In the original artwork for the game, we didn’t see two characters – a Bot with flaming hair and another with a crown. This might suggest that the initial ideas for these Sony IPs underwent some changes during production. Although their designs were created, it appears they were removed before the final version of Astro Bot was released. However, this doesn’t mean we won’t ever see them in the game – there’s a possibility they could reappear in upcoming DLC for Astro Bot. As stated by Nicolas Doucet, head of Team Asobi, they have plans to extend Astro Bot with additional levels and surprises through DLC. So, it wouldn’t be surprising if one or both of these unused characters make an appearance when the DLC is launched.

If Sweet Tooth and The Fat Princess are added to the cast of characters inspired by Sony IP in the game, it will enhance Astro Bot’s already impressive lineup of appearances. Given Twisted Metal’s strong association with PlayStation consoles, it’s reasonable to believe fans of this classic vehicular combat series would be thrilled at Sweet Tooth’s inclusion. Since its inception, the series has been exclusive to Sony’s console platform, starting from the original PlayStation.

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2024-09-07 20:35