Guild of Ascension (2021)

Developer: WhileOne Productions
Publisher: PID Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 60 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A methodical tactical RPG where you carefully plan each turn, then execute real-time combos under pressure, with permanent consequences for mistakes.

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What players say

Players praise its blend of turn-based strategy and real-time action, but say the game is too short and repetitive with little content. Many criticize the buggy PC controls, lack of mid-run saving, and a development that seems to have stalled without reaching its potential.

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