oOo: Ascension

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oOo: Ascension is a single player and multiplayer arcade platformer game. It was developed by Kenny Creanor and was released on September 26, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

oOo: Ascension is a lightning-paced test of reflexes - can you navigate your way through these short but challenging courses? Put your skills to the test in this indie speedrunner, where unique puzzles and challenges constantly evolve to give a gameplay experience like no other

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

music4 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features smooth controls and responsive gameplay, making it enjoyable to navigate through challenging levels.
The level designs are creative and engaging, with a beautiful neon aesthetic and fitting music that enhances the experience.
It offers a satisfying challenge that encourages players to improve their skills and strive for better times on the leaderboards.

The game lacks options for windowed mode and does not remember player settings for music and vibration.
Some players find the controls overly sensitive, which can lead to frustration during gameplay.
The music loops are short and can become repetitive, detracting from the overall experience.

music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
12%
38%
The music in the game is generally praised for being fitting and enjoyable, enhancing the overall experience with its relaxing qualities. However, some users find the music loops to be too short and repetitive, leading to frustration, especially since options to customize audio settings are limited. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, its implementation could benefit from more flexibility.
- “Really fitting and awesome music.”
- “The game looks great with the neon looks; music is good and it’s a very enjoyable game to play, even though you may want to throw your game pad at the wall as you die, die, die and die again.”
- “Ooo: Ascension is a very cool idea, similar to tabletop marble games but pumped to the max with new ideas and relaxing music.”
- “Options are non-existent; the 5-second sound loop is extremely annoying, but there is no way to turn just the 'music' (used here very loosely) off and keep the sound effects.”
- “A few pet peeves: I can't put the game in windowed mode, and it doesn't remember my settings for music and vibration (if it even has a vibration setting).”
- “Here you’ll find options to turn the music on or off, along with the sounds, should you wish to do so.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are praised for their great visuals and beautiful neon aesthetic, reminiscent of Tron, with a simple and clear design that runs smoothly at 1920x1080 resolution. While there are no graphic or resolution settings, the overall presentation is considered perfect for the game's concept, enhancing the tight and smooth controls.
- “The closest I can get is that it is a strange and very addictive cross between Super Meat Boy, Mario Galaxy, and Wipeout, with a beautiful neon aesthetic reminiscent of Tron!”
- “The concept is fantastic, the visuals are perfect and the controls are tight and smooth - a must in a game of 'making it by nanometres' such as this.”
- “Graphics are simple and clear, though the music loops, while good, are a bit on the short side.”
- “There are no graphic or resolution settings, but everything looked nice and ran smoothly on my default 1920x1080 resolution screen.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is limited to single-player and local split-screen multiplayer options, but many users find the controls frustrating, which detracts from the overall experience. This difficulty may overshadow the potential depth of the puzzles, leading to a lack of motivation to continue playing.
- “The puzzle's main difficulty seems to rely on the obnoxious controls, so it might have more to offer, but after playing through the first set of maps, I found that I couldn't be bothered to keep playing. Frustration isn't a substitute for actual gameplay, at least in my book.”
- “On the main menu, you’ll only find the choice of single player, a two-player option with split-screen gameplay for local multiplayer, and quit.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the game's mechanics, noting that frequent setbacks from minor mistakes can lead to emotional distress, as they are forced to restart after crashes. This design choice can create a sense of helplessness and challenge players' patience.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization is generally praised, with users reporting smooth overall performance.
- “Overall performance is smooth as well.”
- “The game runs seamlessly, providing a fluid experience.”
- “Optimization has made a significant difference in gameplay, enhancing both speed and stability.”