Underplayed Gems

Ascendant (2014)

Ascendant cover
Developer
Hapa Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating
3.8 of 5, 219 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

a relentless, beat 'em up roguelike where each new run feels fresh but punishing, demanding precise combat and adaptation.

unforgivingpermadeathprocedurally generatedfast-pacedchallengingbeat 'em upaction-heavyrepetitive

What players say

Players are split on Ascendant. Some enjoy its rogue-lite platforming and couch co-op, while others find the combat frustrating and the enemy variety lacking. It is a moderately difficult game with procedural levels and no saving when you die, and it is now free.

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Screenshots

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