Ascent
Released Nov 2020
One mountain; Zero checkpoints
94% positive · 101 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to buy
Steam $4.99
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Evaluation
Ascent is a small, self-contained puzzle/skill game that launched on November 20, 2020. The store description presents a complete, finite experience — rolling a snowball up a mountain with no checkpoints — with no mention of planned expansions, DLC, or post-launch content. The only developer communication after launch was a bug fix patch on November 21, 2020 that corrected a stuck point and a visual issue. There have been no further updates, announcements, or content additions since that date. This game launched as a finished product and has received no post-launch content.
Evidence
Store description presents a complete, self-contained experience with no mention of DLC, expansions, or future content
One bug fix patch released the day after launch; the only developer communication on record
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Fireapples
Achievements
17
Platform
Windows, macOS
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player
About this game
You have one task: roll a snowball up a mountain. Seems simple, right? Only problem is there's no jumping, no checkpoints, and no forgiveness.
The controls couldn't be simpler: move left and right. You'll soon find out, however, that "simple" does not mean "easy." This game will push your cognitive ability to the very limit.
Over the course of your journey, you'll be kept company by your snowball companion with thought provoking dialogue such as "Ouch." and "That hurt."
Since there are no checkpoints, it's very easy to fall back down to a previous point if you're not careful. This is what separates the player from the master: Those who are willing to get back up after falling back down.
You must believe in yourself just as your snowball friend believes in you.
Good luck!
The controls couldn't be simpler: move left and right. You'll soon find out, however, that "simple" does not mean "easy." This game will push your cognitive ability to the very limit.
Over the course of your journey, you'll be kept company by your snowball companion with thought provoking dialogue such as "Ouch." and "That hurt."
Since there are no checkpoints, it's very easy to fall back down to a previous point if you're not careful. This is what separates the player from the master: Those who are willing to get back up after falling back down.
You must believe in yourself just as your snowball friend believes in you.
Good luck!
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Last evaluated Jun 24, 2026
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