Astria Ascending

About

Astria Ascending is a turn-based RPG built around a world where eight heroes battle ancient beasts to avert catastrophe. Players build parties from a cast of customizable characters spanning races and roles, each with 20 class options and skill combinations. Combat unfolds in grid-based battles requiring tactical positioning and ability timing. The story follows intertwined characters dealing with moral dilemmas and personal loss, delivered through dialogue-heavy scenes and branching choices. The game’s hand-drawn art style gives it a distinct visual identity. Community data shows 51 achievements spread across its 40-hour runtime, with the rarest "Completionist" award earned by just 1% of players. Available on six platforms, it balances accessibility with depth, offering varied difficulty settings without watering down its darker themes. Its blend of classic JRPG mechanics and mature storytelling sets it apart from lighter entries in the genre.

Storyline

Immerse yourself in a fascinating narrative rife with betrayal, sacrifice and terrors. A story based around adult characters, Astria Ascending offers a more mature experience and extensive dialog. Pick from eight customizable characters spanning a range of fantastical races and skills, and assemble a heroic team that must sacrifice everything to save the world. With 20 classes to choose from and an array of unique skills to command, their fates are doomed, but the world is not.