Ascendant

About

Ascendant casts you as a mage deep in a dungeon where escaped creatures roam. Your goal is to reclaim their souls by collecting wand caps and amulets that unlock new spells and upgrades. Combat leans on quick reflexes and strategic spell combos as you battle through waves of foes and boss fights. The game blends top-down shooting with RPG progression, letting you mix abilities to adapt to each challenge. The dungeon’s handcrafted layout and escalating difficulty make it feel like a puzzle to solve and conquer. With runs lasting around 45 minutes to an hour, it’s easy to power through a few cycles in one sitting. Available on PC, Mac, and Switch, the pixel art style and snappy action translate well across platforms. Early access players reported a 78% completion rate, suggesting the difficulty curve is tough but fair for its genre.