Underplayed Gems

Ascendshaft and Endless Shaft (2021)

Ascendshaft and Endless Shaft cover
Developer
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Platforms
PlayStation 4
Genres
Arcade
Where to get it
PlayStation Store

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How it feels

A two-in-one arcade package that feels like a frantic, old-school vertical climb paired with a relentless, procedural descent for high-score competition.

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About

2 games in one Ascendshaft and Endless Shaft Ascendshaft: While exploring deep underground caves on an alien planet, worldwide seismic activity triggers a cave in which leaves only one narrow channel of ascent A tale of action, horror, romance.... and betrayal Endless Shaft: Take control of the Perpetually Descending Man as he plummets ever downwards in five never ending shafts, each providing a unique challenge. Avoid bats, rocks, missiles and more. Compete to achieve the highest score on the online leaderboards (android version only). Procedurally generated levels. Special boulder throw and dive abilities add more nuance to the gameplay than you would expect. Fearsome boss level to be unlocked.

Screenshots

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