Astro Bot vs Denshattack!
Sony polish versus off-the-rails trick chaos — pick by how much friction you want in your jump.
Updated 18d ago
Sony's mascot platformer nails the 3D Mario formula — buy it for the DualSense magic and level variety.
Denshattack! finally fixed the gravity switch issue, making its Sonic meets Jet Set Radio trick-fest utterly unputdownable.
By the numbers
Prices checked Sep 9; they move faster than we refresh, so confirm on the store page.
Recent-review figures are Steam's own last-30-days window, read Sep 9.
| Measure | Astro Bot | Denshattack! |
|---|---|---|
| Value | ||
| Price now | — | $15.89 −21% · Fanatical |
| All-time low | — | $13.51 |
| Off its low | — | +18% low was Jul 2026 |
| Health | ||
| Steam reviews | — | 98% 3k reviews |
| Recent reviews | — | 98% 439 votes · vs 98% lifetime |
| Metacritic user score | 9.0/10 6,327 ratings | — |
| Peak players | — No PC release | 577 Aug 2026 · ↓ 57% MoM |
| Launch peak | — | 43% of Jul 2026 launch peak · as of Aug 2026 |
| Support | ||
| Last patch | — | 4 days ago |
| Patch cadence | — | 5 in last 90 days |
| Steam Deck | — | Platinum |
What players say
Patterns from long-haul reviewers, taken from each game's verdict. Not live sentiment — each side is dated below.
Astro Bot
The DualSense integration is the standout — haptics and triggers turn every surface, enemy, and gadget into something you feel.
Difficulty swings between brain-dead easy and controller-snapping hard, so completionists hit a few walls on the path to 100%.
from our August 2026 verdict
Denshattack!
The fusion of parkour, speed, and a deep tricktionary creates pure adrenaline, with a soundtrack that drives players to buy trains and kickflip them.
Random inconsistencies and the gravity switch are the main friction points, though the core trick-fest remains incredibly fun.
from our August 2026 verdict
Key differences
Which one is for you?
Pick Astro Bot if
- You own a DualSense and want to feel every step
- You grew up on 3D Mario and crave collect-a-thons
- You want family-friendly platforming with a few spikes
Pick Denshattack! if
- You love Sonic and Jet Set Radio style speed
- You enjoy tough controls that reward practice
- You want a soundtrack that carries the mood
Bottom line
Buy Astro Bot for refined platforming and DualSense magic; choose Denshattack! if you want a tricky, stylish ride that has seen 3 patches since launch.