Platformer · 2013
TowerFall Ascension
In short: TowerFall Ascension is a Platformer game by Matt Makes Games, released in 2013 on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo. It takes about 3 hours to beat. Critics rate it 87/100.
TowerFall is an indie action-game with focus on local multiplayer. It was initially developed as an exclusive for OUYA microconsole and was later ported on other systems as TowerFall Ascension. The gameplay represents an arcade-style fighting arena where four people combat each other to score points in a series of…
Key facts
- Released
- 25 June 2013
- Genre
- Platformer · Indie · Action
- Length
- ≈ 3 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo · Co-op · Couch
- Platforms
- PC · PlayStation · Xbox · Nintendo
- Studio
- Matt Makes Games, Matt Thorson
- Critics
- Metacritic 87
- Steam reviews
- 95% positive (3,410 reviews)
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 87 — critics loved it
- "With friends" vibe
- Just right for a weekend
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat TowerFall Ascension?
Expect about 3 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play TowerFall Ascension with friends?
Yes: TowerFall Ascension can be played solo, in co-op and together on one screen.
What platforms is TowerFall Ascension on?
TowerFall Ascension is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo.
Is TowerFall Ascension a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 87. On Steam, 95% positive (3,410 reviews).
What games are like TowerFall Ascension?
In the same spirit: Samurai Gunn, Rivals of Aether and Blazing Chrome.



