Ascend to ZERO

Ascend to ZERO

Released Jul 2026

Have you ever wondered what it feels like to stop time? Ascend to ZERO is a time-bending action-roguelike where you can use your unique ability to freeze time and fight your way to the top.

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Evaluation

Ascend to ZERO launched at v1.0 on July 13, 2026. Two DLCs — an Original Soundtrack and a cosmetic Supporter Pack — shipped on launch day and remain the only DLC entries on the store, both fully released. Since launch, the developer has maintained a consistent pattern of communication and updates. A roadmap published on July 31, 2026 outlined plans for a major update covering late-stage improvements, new Avatar builds, and an expanded "Time to Choose" system. That update — Ver 1.1.0 — shipped on September 4, 2026, adding over 100 new tech chips, expanded Avatar builds for all five starting characters, and an overhauled "Time to Choose" system across all stages. A follow-up bug fix patch (v1.1.1.0) arrived on September 10, 2026. On September 22, 2026 — today — the developer published a teaser post for Ver 1.2.0, explicitly stating that new gadgets are currently in development and that several existing gadgets are being rebalanced. The post notes that further details are still being calculated and promises a full report "very soon." This confirms active development of the next major update, which has not yet shipped.
Evidence
Developer announces Ver 1.2.0 is in development, confirming new gadgets are being built and existing gadgets are being rebalanced, with more details coming soon.
news post · Sep 22, 2026 source content planned
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Ver 1.1.0 shipped as the first major post-launch update, adding over 100 new tech chips, expanded Avatar builds, and an overhauled 'Time to Choose' system.
news post · Sep 4, 2026 source content shipped
high

Content

2 of 2 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Publisher
Flyway Games, Inc.
Achievements
58
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

The clock is ticking, but luckily you can manipulate and bend time to your will! Every second is another weapon in your arsenal - learn to wield it better with every passing run!



Unlock a variety of skills, chips and abilities to become a force to be reckoned with!


Increase your stats, enhance your awesome weapons, and upgrade your massive arsenal of gear to be the ultimate avatar of time!


Want to be a glass-cannon swordsman? Slice and dice through your obstacles!
Range is the name of your game? Lock and load as you zip around your enemies!

Last evaluated Sep 22, 2026
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