Three Skies Ascension

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Three Skies Ascension is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Shiny Box Games and was released on April 3, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Roadmap About the Game Three Skies Ascension is a hero and creature collecting RPG where your party takes on challenging dungeons in turn-based combat. Your Hero's JourneyCustomize your Commander, collect and level over 200 creatures and heroes, and design the perfectly synergized dungeon exploring party. Unravel the mystery of the Calamity and save the land of Baranor from a mysterious v…

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Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging gameplay experience, especially for fans of creature collectors and gacha mechanics.
The developers are responsive and have plans for future updates, including an offline mode, which shows commitment to improving the game.
The mechanics are enjoyable, with a good mix of strategy and character customization, making for a satisfying gameplay loop.

The game frequently crashes and freezes, particularly during combat, making it unplayable for some users.
It requires an online connection to play, which limits accessibility and raises concerns about future server availability.
There are numerous bugs and quality of life issues that detract from the overall experience, indicating that the game may not be fully polished.

story
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The story in the game is generally viewed as forgettable and filled with nonsensical dialogue, leading many players to skip it in favor of gameplay mechanics. While some players appreciate the nostalgic elements reminiscent of classic adventure games, others find the narrative lacking depth and engagement. Overall, the story does not significantly enhance the experience, with many players focusing more on the game's mechanics and character collection.
- “I had a great time experiencing the story to the end, and the team has been open to feedback and suggestions since day one.”
- “I am hopeful there will be expansions to online PvP and story or additional missions set up to acquire new units.”
- “Reminds me of the good old Adventure Quest days.”
- “They had ideas for character designs and a story someone was excited to write (which, by the way, is very forgettable) and started there, making the gameplay feel like an afterthought despite there being 200+ characters to collect.”
- “Story is interminable nonsense chatter that doesn't really mean anything and is better skipped.”
- “Only minor bugs here and there but the story is zzz.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring a variety of mechanics and over 200 characters for customization, though it can feel overwhelming at times. While the game draws inspiration from titles like Firestone Online and Darkest Dungeon, some players find the story forgettable and certain mechanics frustrating, particularly bugs and unaddressed issues with buffs and debuffs. Overall, the mechanics are solid and provide a challenging experience, making it a worthwhile purchase despite its flaws.
- “Gameplay mechanisms are pretty good with lots of characters and scope for customization.”
- “Still, this game is more about the mechanics and they are good.”
- “Once you master some of the mechanics, the game becomes highly enjoyable.”
- “They had ideas for character designs and a story someone was excited to write (which, by the way, is very forgettable) and started there, making the gameplay feel like an afterthought despite there being 200+ characters to collect.”
- “There are some bugs on launch that are noticeable and there are some frustrating mechanics that are left unaddressed at different times (permanent buffs and debuffs are certainly not enjoyable) but this game is well worth the $12 purchase tag.”
- “The gameplay itself is derivative of Firestone Online crossed with Darkest Dungeon, but it has an anime aesthetic.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be significant but manageable, allowing for progression at their own pace. While some express concerns about repetitive encounters and a lack of uniqueness in map exploration, the game offers a rewarding system for character development that encourages investment in all heroes and creatures. Overall, the grind is seen as a blend of enjoyable mechanics reminiscent of both Darkest Dungeon and Pokémon.
- “The only complaint so far is that it requires internet (but the devs have said an offline mode is on the way) and it is a bit grindy.”
- “I'm enjoying this a lot; it's very grindy, but you can play at your own pace to level up your heroes, skills, equipment, etc. It also seems to have a system where you can improve the 'grade' of your heroes and creatures, so perhaps there's no 'trash' characters if you put enough work into them, which is something I appreciate.”
- “(Natures, shiny, IVs from Pokémon are all part of unit development in this game.) The map-to-map exploration offers very little uniqueness, and encounters get a bit tedious, but the game itself understands what makes both Darkest Dungeon and Pokémon fun and interactive games and captures the blend of both very well.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is criticized for being overshadowed by forgettable storytelling and character designs, leading to gameplay that feels secondary despite the large roster of over 200 characters.
- “They had ideas for character designs and a story someone was excited to write, which is very forgettable, and started there, making the gameplay feel like an afterthought despite there being 200+ characters to collect.”
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving players disconnected from their journeys and motivations.”
- “Despite the vast number of characters, none of them feel unique or compelling, making it hard to invest in their stories.”
stability
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The game's stability is a significant issue, with users reporting frequent random crashes and freezes that require force closing the application, detracting from the overall experience.
- “This could have been a great game, but it crashes randomly and freezes, forcing me to close it.”
- “The game is plagued by constant crashes and freezes, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experience frequent stability issues, with the game crashing at the most inconvenient times.”
graphics
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The graphics feature a pleasing anime aesthetic, blending elements reminiscent of Firestone Online and Darkest Dungeon, which enhances the overall visual appeal of the game.
- “The graphics and art are stunning, creating a visually captivating experience.”
- “The gameplay features a unique blend of Firestone Online and Darkest Dungeon, enhanced by a beautiful anime aesthetic.”
- “The gameplay itself is derivative of Firestone Online crossed with Darkest Dungeon, but it has an anime aesthetic.”