Overview
Ascended offers a unique twist on the puzzle genre, challenging players to bend light and time to their will. Developed and published by Raw Orange Studios Limited, this title allows for gameplay in either first or third-person perspectives, with support for both keyboard/mouse and controller input. The game progresses linearly, with new levels unlocked upon successfully solving puzzles and directing beams of light to the subsequent areas. However, players are free to revisit earlier stages at their leisure.
Highlights
- Innovative Puzzle Mechanics: Players utilize a diverse set of abilities, including the power to rewind and fast-forward time, and to manipulate the scale and position of objects, all to solve intricate environmental puzzles.
- Flexible Perspective and Controls: Experience the game from either a first-person or third-person viewpoint, with seamless support for keyboard/mouse and controller.
- Linear Progression with Replayability: While levels unlock sequentially by solving puzzles, the ability to return to previous areas encourages exploration and mastery of its mechanics.
Who It's For
Ascended is designed for players who enjoy thoughtful puzzle-solving and appreciate games that introduce novel mechanics. Its blend of action-adventure and puzzle elements, combined with the ability to manipulate time and objects, will appeal to those seeking a mentally stimulating experience. The option for different camera perspectives also caters to a broader range of player preferences.
Game Info
Ascended was released on March 19, 2021, and is a paid title available on Steam. It supports multiplayer functionality and family sharing. The game is developed and published by Raw Orange Studios Limited. Its genres include Action, Strategy, Action-Adventure, Platformer, Puzzle, and 3D Platformer, with Steam user tags reflecting these, such as Precision Platformer and Puzzle Platformer.
