Ascendant
Released May 2014
Ascendant is the unforgiving beat 'em up in which you are a demigod invading a world controlled by your rivals. Choose your fate by discovering Blessings, equipping mighty weapons and spells, and learning to survive in this brutal realm. Only the most impressive warriors have a chance of victory.
76% positive · 219 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to get it
Free on Steam
Evaluation
Ascendant launched on May 13, 2014 and received a handful of updates in the months that followed — bug fixes, difficulty modes, and quality-of-life improvements. In October 2014, the developer noted in patch notes that they had addressed the last major bugs and would be shifting focus to "porting and potentially creating new content." That new content never materialized publicly. The most significant post-launch event was the PS4 port, announced July 27, 2015 and released August 25, 2015. That PS4 release is the last meaningful developer activity on record. There have been no developer communications, patches, DLC announcements, or roadmaps of any kind since then. No DLC was ever listed on the store. The developer's own October 2014 statement framed new content as a possibility rather than a commitment, and no follow-through was ever communicated. The game launched as a complete, finished product and has received no content additions beyond the PS4 port. It is complete.
Evidence
Developer stated that v1.2.2 addressed the last showstopping bugs and that future focus would shift to porting and 'potentially' creating new content — framed as a possibility, not a commitment.
Developer announced the PS4 port of Ascendant, releasing August 25, 2015. This is the last official developer communication on record.
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Hapa Games
Achievements
60
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
partial support
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer
About this game
"The ancient power struggle between demigods has begun again. The mortal realm will be ravaged in the wake of their desire, their greed, their purpose. I am curious to see who will prevail."
Ascendant is the unforgiving beat 'em up that challenges you with a new world each time you play. It utilizes a number of modern roguelike elements such as permadeath and procedurally generated environments. You are a demigod who invades a plane controlled by your rivals. They will stop at nothing to eliminate you. Only the most impressive warriors will triumph over their armies of zealots and beasts.
By exploring the world, discovering new weapons, spells, and Blessings, and learning how to survive in this brutal realm, you may have a small chance at winning.
Ascendant is the unforgiving beat 'em up that challenges you with a new world each time you play. It utilizes a number of modern roguelike elements such as permadeath and procedurally generated environments. You are a demigod who invades a plane controlled by your rivals. They will stop at nothing to eliminate you. Only the most impressive warriors will triumph over their armies of zealots and beasts.
By exploring the world, discovering new weapons, spells, and Blessings, and learning how to survive in this brutal realm, you may have a small chance at winning.
Features
- A Brutal Struggle – The armies of your demigod rivals are relentless. When a foe cuts you with his sword, it hurts. If you slip into a pit of spikes, the blades leave deep wounds. If a bomb explodes nearby you will burn. Health recovery items are rare. Fight with precision, speed, and timing to survive. Dodge attacks and crush your opponent when he is off-balance to seize the advantage.
- Loot the Treasures of the Gods – The gods hid their ancient relics in secret caches scattered around the world. Discover unique weapons, spells, and Blessings that grant mighty powers. Double jump, choke your enemies with a poison cloud, or jolt them to ashes with lightning. Equip and customize your Blessings to determine your own fate.
- Agile Beat 'em Up Combat – Slam enemies into each other to deal massive damage. Pummel enemies with ground and air combos or launch a barrage of spells. Launch your opponents in the air with rapid dashing assaults making them helpless against your divine onslaught.
- Death is Final – When your enemies defeat you, the game is over. No respawning. No returning to the last save point. You will need all your cunning and skill to win.
- A New World Each Run – Each playthrough creates a new hazardous land for adventure. You will never know exactly what you will encounter in the next room, which hazards will be presented to you, what you will find in a chest, or even (in some cases) which boss you will be fighting next. Expect hours of replayability and new challenges.
...And More
- Two is better than one. Conquer the world with another demigod using local co-op
- Unlock new characters with distinct stats attuned for any playstyle
- Enhance your weaponry to adapt and overcome the enemy swarm
- Special events make each run fresh and memorable
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 28, 2026
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