Indie · 2021
The Ascent
In short: The Ascent is an Indie game by Neon Giant, released in 2021 on PC, PlayStation and Xbox. It takes about 4 hours to beat. Critics rate it 73/100.
The Ascent is a solo and co-op action RPG set in a cyberpunk world. The mega corporation that owns you and everyone, The Ascent Group, has just collapsed. Confusion and chaos ensue, security and order are in disarray, and without protection, everyone is left to fend for themselves. Stop gangs and hostile corporations…
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Key facts
- Released
- 29 July 2021
- Genre
- Indie · Adventure · Action
- Length
- ≈ 4 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo · Co-op · Couch
- Platforms
- PC · PlayStation · Xbox
- Studio
- Neon Giant
- Publisher
- Curve Digital
- Critics
- Metacritic 73
- Steam reviews
- 74% positive (22,884 reviews)
Where to buy
Also compare at Green Man Gaming·Instant Gaming·Kinguin·GameSeal
Why play it
- "Action" vibe
- Enough to last a few weeks
- Open world
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat The Ascent?
Expect about 4 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play The Ascent with friends?
Yes: The Ascent can be played solo, in co-op and together on one screen.
What platforms is The Ascent on?
The Ascent is available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox.
Is The Ascent a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 73. On Steam, 74% positive (22,884 reviews).
What games are like The Ascent?
In the same spirit: Nobody Saves the World, Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Prophecy and Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Martyr.
