In *Astro Bot*, exploring the vast array of worlds is thrilling, but there's an extra layer of adventure hidden within the game—the Lost Galaxy. This secret realm, home to ten exclusive worlds, can only be accessed through hidden portals scattered across ten different stages. Keep your eyes peeled for a swirly icon when selecting stages, as this indicates the presence of a portal. Whether tucked away early in a level or nestled at the very end, these portals require a keen eye to uncover. Below, you'll find a detailed guide on where to locate each of these elusive gateways to the Lost Galaxy.
Where Are the Portal Locations to the Lost Galaxy in Astro Bot?
As you delve into *Astro Bot*, you'll notice some stages marked with a unique swirly icon alongside the usual indicators for bots and puzzle pieces. This icon signifies that a portal to the Lost Galaxy is hidden within that stage. These portals can be tricky to spot, ranging from early in the level to right at the end, so vigilance is key. If you're not up for the hunt, this guide will direct you straight to each portal and detail how to access them.
Hidden Portal #1: Az-Tech Trail
Midway through the level, you'll encounter a dark room adorned with a wall encircled by four lit torches. Use the Twin-Frog Gloves to extinguish each flame, and watch as the wall reveals the secret portal.
Hidden Portal #2: Creamy Canyon
Early in the level, you'll come across a snowy arena with a bouncing ladybug enemy. Venture slightly beyond it to encounter a charging pig. Grab the pig after it charges, then swing it towards the edge of your platform to target an icy statue. Release the pig to demolish the statue. Retrace your steps, flip the ladybug, and bounce up to a new platform. Execute a charged spin attack to enter a room housing the secret portal.
Hidden Portal #3: Go-Go Archipelago
Post defeating Captain Pincher, turn to spot where his claw is embedded. Notice a glowing light inviting a charged spin attack. Drill into the ground to uncover a treasure-filled room with the secret portal.
Hidden Portal #4: Downsize Surprise
Near the level's conclusion, find a bubble-blowing frog. Blow into the controller to prompt the frog to release bubbles. Shrink down and hop onto a bubble, riding it to the branch above the bot. From there, maneuver to the opposite branch to discover the next secret portal.
Hidden Portal #5: Free Big Brother!
This portal is among the easiest to locate. Right at the level's start, turn around to see platforms with an electric enemy. Swim to it and provoke it into electrocuting the platforms, thus revealing a wall with the hidden portal behind it.
Hidden Portal #6: Bathhouse Battle
Mid-level, locate the house with a flaming chimney. After absorbing water, ascend to the roof and douse the flames. Descend the chimney to find a room with the secret portal.
Hidden Portal #7: Hieiroglitch Pyramid
At the level's end, turn right to an area with falling jewels. Use the bounce pad to reach a hidden portal area. Trigger a trap before reaching it, and locate hidden switches in two walls to open the pathway to the portal.
Hidden Portal #8: Balloon Breeze
The most intricate portal to find, you'll need the puffer-fish power-up. Backtrack to an area near the level's start with a platform and a bouncing ladybug. Flip the ladybug, punch it to the platform's edge, and bounce on it. Activate the puffer-fish power-up, hover to the platform, and use motion controls to clear the surrounding bamboo. Run the perimeter to power up the portal.
Hidden Portal #9: Djinny of the Lamp
After defeating Djinny and reaching the goal, turn around and climb the ruins. Notice the glowing ground indicating invisible platforms. Hover to each glowing platform and ride the unfurled rug to an elevated platform hosting the secret portal.
Hidden Portal #10: Frozen Meal
Before confronting the boss, roll a snowball into a massive ball. Use it as a platform to reach the cliffside area, where the final secret portal awaits.
With this guide, you now know the locations of all the secret portals to the Lost Galaxy in *Astro Bot*. For more in-depth walkthroughs and tips on unlocking hidden trophies, click here. And once you've discovered all ten hidden portals, don't forget to explore the cameos hidden throughout the game. Check out this list of All Astro Bot Cameos and where to find them on Listium.
*Astro Bot is available now on PlayStation 5.*