Ascent

Developer / Publisher: Johan Peitz

Aug 14, 2022

Visual

pixel
side scroll

Structure

ability gated
exploration
interconnected map
non linear

Features

multiple endings

Sub-Genre

Micro / Mini

Summary

Crashed on a desolate but mysterious planet you find yourself eye to eye with an ancient civilisation. Explore the planet, find powerful upgrades, and uncover its secrets.

Last updated August 08, 2026

Where to play

- Web
- PICO-8

Resources

Links

IGDB

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- interconnected map
- non linear
- pixel
- side scroll
- multiple endings
- Micro / Mini
- Differences
- item gated
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Positive

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- interconnected map
- non linear
- pixel
- side scroll
- Micro / Mini
- Differences
- item gated
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- pixel
- side scroll
- Micro / Mini
- Differences
- Game Jam Entry
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- Similarities
- ability gated
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- pixel
- side scroll
- multiple endings
- Micro / Mini
- Differences
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- Differences
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