Ascent

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Ascent is a single player puzzle game with horror and comedy themes. It was developed by Tim Kashani and was released on November 20, 2020. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Ascent" is a single-player horror platformer game with simple controls, where you roll a snowball up a mountain with no jumping, checkpoints, or forgiveness. The game's difficulty lies in its forcing players to push their cognitive abilities to the limit, with the risk of falling back down if not careful. With only thought-provoking dialogue from your snowball companion, your belief in yourself is what separates the player from the master.

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Audience ScoreBased on 160 reviews

music13 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game is extremely satisfying to complete, providing a rewarding experience for players who enjoy challenging gameplay.
The level design is clever and progressively challenging, requiring skill and muscle memory to navigate successfully.
The music is well-received, enhancing the overall experience and keeping players engaged despite the frustration.

The game can be excessively difficult, leading to frustration and potential anger issues for some players.
Physics and controls can feel inconsistent, making it hard to understand certain mechanics, particularly in the ice section.
Achievement grinding is tedious, with some players finding the requirements overly demanding and not enjoyable.

music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising it as "amazing" and a highlight of the experience, particularly noting that Part 3 features the best track. However, some users report discomfort while playing, suggesting that while the soundtrack is enjoyable, it may not be universally appealing. Overall, the music is described as a strong point, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “Part 3 (ice) has the best music track and if you think otherwise you are wrong.”
- “The music is absolutely amazing.”
- “The game’s backed by real bops of songs minus the first tutorial area which is just chill.”
- “The art style is fine, nothing to see here, but the soundtrack is especially not good.”
- “The game’s backed by real bops of songs, minus the first tutorial area which is just chill.”
- “This game is definitely something to unwind on, especially for the music.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
43%
19%
The gameplay is engaging and fun, featuring a unique left-right movement mechanic that challenges players' patience, though it may take some time to grasp. While the controls are generally smooth, some users noted inconsistent physics that can lead to frustrating moments. Overall, the combination of tense gameplay and a good soundtrack enhances the experience, despite occasional difficulties.
- “Overall, the gameplay is really fun, but I have some issues.”
- “It doesn't distract you from the tense gameplay, but will get you bobbing your head to it and keep you from smashing the nearest piece of furniture when you fall off an edge.”
- “The controls and mechanics aren't too janky, though the physics seem a bit inconsistent sometimes.”
- “This game truly puts your patience to the test, though the mechanics might be a bit difficult to understand at the beginning.”
- “Mechanics: the main gimmick of the game is based on the fact that you can only move left or right.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding for achievements in the game excessively tedious, with some noting the requirement to complete the game 100 times as particularly frustrating. While the overall gameplay experience is enjoyable, the grind for achievements detracts from the fun.
- “Achievements are really grindy; I don't think I've seen another game where you have to finish it 100 times.”
- “The experience was fun, but the achievement grinding isn't.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally considered unremarkable, with an art style that is described as merely acceptable and lacking standout features. Overall, the visuals do not leave a significant impression on players.
- “The visuals aren't much to talk about.”
- “The art style is fine, nothing to see here but the soundtrack is especially not good.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability and speedrun potential, characteristic of the "getting over it" genre, despite its simple two-button control scheme.
- “As with most getting over it-likes, there's a lot of replayability and speedrun potential (despite there only being 2 buttons).”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted to be more than just surface-level jokes or memes; it reflects a deeper creativity that resonates with the creator's broader artistic style. Reviewers appreciate the nuanced approach to humor, suggesting it adds value to the overall experience rather than relying solely on comedic clichés.