Underplayed Gems

Space Hulk: Ascension (2014)

Space Hulk: Ascension cover
Developer
Full Control Studios
Publisher
Full Control
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
RPG, Strategy
Rating
3.7 of 5, 942 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 24 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

You methodically advance cramped, dim corridors while swarming alien threats close in, demanding careful positioning and harsh consequences for every misstep.

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What players say

Players praise the return of this classic with all DLC included, but many find the difficulty punishing even on easy. The game demands precise positioning and patience, with some calling it more a puzzle than a strategy game.

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Screenshots

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