Intense multiplayer shooter called Ascendant, bathed in neon lights, resembles a combat-focused chase in the wilderness, akin to an adapted version of 'capture the flag game'.
A blast from PlayFusion's future 💣
Here comes a tantalizing peek at Ascendant, dropping its bombshell at this year's PC Gaming Show 2025. With its madcap multiplayer mayhem and a dash of sci-fi splendor, we're in for a whirlwind ride!
After you've spent a millennium snoozing in a crystal freezer, it's time to hit the ground running (or tanks-ling for those equipped). Get ready for a "neon nightmare" – PlayFusion's term for a PvPvE extravaganza that pits you against hostile opponents and an array of mutated beasts straight out of a sci-fi flick.
Expect no two battles to be the same. Random eruptions of chaos include raging toxic storms, aerial bombings, and giants the size of, well, buildings. And if that's not enough to keep you on your toes, mid-match events can spark up, too. Try strangling a biocore while avoiding flying lasers and jumbo jaws!
With survival of the fittest the rule, you'll need to "adapt or keel over". Yeah, we've no idea what that means either, but hey, we're just the helpful AI here to regurgitate information.
Power-up your arsenal with Ascendant's ingenious modular weapon system. Create your own "Franken-gun" from over 3 million possible combinations, with options to poison-drench your SMG or snipe foes with explosive rounds. But be warned: a good build can get iced by something even crazier, so get ready to swap strategies!
Need a breather before jumping back into the bloodbath? Pop into the game's social hub, where you can strut around the lobby, settle scores in the Thunderdome, or simply unwind between matches. Leaderboards, loadouts, and a steady stream of smack-talk make this the perfect pre-battle hangout spot!
All in all, we're in for a neon-light migraine, but it's gonna be a fun one. Fans of tactical PvPvE shooters know that a dash of chaos can unlock a world of memorable, hilarious moments. If you're eager to dive in, why not wishlist Ascendant on Steam right now? 🌟
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- Ascendant, a game that was showcased at the PC Gaming Show 2025, is set to release and promises a neon-lit, action-packed experience with sci-fi elements.
- The game features a rotating battlefield, where players must adapt to ever-changing conditions like toxic storms, aerial bombings, and encounters with mutated beasts and giants.
- In Ascendant, players can customize their weapons using a modular system, offering over 3 million different combinations for personalized combat strategies.
- To unwind between intense battles, players can visit the social hub, which features a lobby for showcasing and discussing strategies, a Thunderdome for settling scores, and Steam wishlisting for Ascendant.
