Underplayed Gems

Ascendum (2023)

Ascendum cover
Developer
The Caecus
Publisher
Team Caecus
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 24 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 7.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A hand-drawn puzzle-platformer where you coordinate two characters simultaneously, either solo with split controls or cooperatively, in a colorful atmospheric world.

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What players say

Players recommend this for co-op, solo is punishing especially during chase sequences because you must control both characters at once. The puzzles are fair, the platforming is precise, and checkpoints keep frustration low. Completing the game takes 6 to 10 hours.

Screenshots

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