The Ascent

 Xbox Series X
User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 453 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 346 out of 453
  2. Mixed: 40 out of 453
  3. Negative: 67 out of 453
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  1. xankazo
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    Really fun game! Excellent sound and packed with action to the brim. Highly recommended.
  2. Wut1234
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    Loving the game, graphics are beautiful and the gameplay is satisfying, has RPG elements.
  3. ResidentWeazel
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Love this game visually it's absolutely stunning & the soundtrack is amazing.Combat is fun & engaging
  4. polishwonder
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Seriously the game is amazing
  5. FPSConan
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    better than Cyberpunk 2077. it feels like true Akira experience. Soundtrack, graphics, gameplay, style of cloths.etc everything is true to the cyberpunk genre
  6. Mwirmm
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    I think most reviewers forget that this is a 30 dollar game! I think you would be very hard pressed to find anything remotely near this much production value in this price range. I mean... It isn't even a rogue-like... it's a fully fledged action-RPG adventure. For 30 bucks you're getting an incredibly detailed and completely handcrafted map, great worldbuilding, about 20 hours of contentI think most reviewers forget that this is a 30 dollar game! I think you would be very hard pressed to find anything remotely near this much production value in this price range. I mean... It isn't even a rogue-like... it's a fully fledged action-RPG adventure. For 30 bucks you're getting an incredibly detailed and completely handcrafted map, great worldbuilding, about 20 hours of content AND on top of that..it's just fun! Do yourself a favour and play this game. Just don't expect a grindy looter and a beefy end game like diablo. Despite the comparisons ..that's not what this is.… Expand
  7. Flanke
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    I love diablo 2 and everquest 2... This game is a lot like diablo but in a different environment... It is a twin stick shooter. I have played it for awhile now and there was one quest I could not complete and the mP is a little bit difficult but the game is an absolute blast!
  8. bryan101384
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    Mainstream reviewers are a joke. This game deserves a much higher score and than it currently does. It seems indie games can't seem to get the same praise as AAA titles. I believe many of them are pressured to give games with huge budgets and studios behind them higher scores while overlooking their glaring flaws. This game is a blast and I haven't been able to put it down.. The graphicsMainstream reviewers are a joke. This game deserves a much higher score and than it currently does. It seems indie games can't seem to get the same praise as AAA titles. I believe many of them are pressured to give games with huge budgets and studios behind them higher scores while overlooking their glaring flaws. This game is a blast and I haven't been able to put it down.. The graphics are amazing and I've encountered only a few bugs. I highly recommend this game. It runs like a dream on Series consoles and the environments are very pleasing to the eye. It has an addicting gameplay loop as well. It's a no brainer if you have Gamepass and is worth the $30 price tag if you don't.… Expand
  9. Deadheadbill
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    Best game I have played this year. It has an issue here and there but they cannot take away from the fact that this game is Cyberpunk done right. The environments are amazing and the gameplay is frantic. violent and exhilarating.
  10. Lt_Maverick
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    Easy recommendation. Great graphics and performance. Great 3d sound in “indent” audio mode on a home theater. Story is actually interesting. The combat is phenomenal. The enemies are interesting. The quests are all fully voice acted and the actors sell it well. The world is more cyberpunk than cyberpunk. Easy 10/10.
  11. dimvcl
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    best 7's game ever, it´s not perfect but it's fun as hell, you not going to regret it
  12. madwolf81
    Sep 16, 2021
    10
    great good looking game that gave me a lot of fun. I love this game and i suggest to not look at critics and go play it
  13. rubensmiranda
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    I really enjoyed the game. The cyberpunk design is amazing. The effects of shots and explosions in the scenarios were also amazing.
  14. gustavo7489
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    Jogo muito desafiador, ação do início ao fim, tiroteio explosões e muita. Mas muita ação.
  15. Wolfenstein51
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    Love the Cyberpunk feel. Graphics look amazing on XBSX. Reminds me of those great old school isometric games I played a lot of during my PC days.
  16. Midget007
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    Neat. I liked it Very neat
    Rad
    Cool graaaaaaaafix
  17. Gutsukyo
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    The Ascent is one of those games that we need to see more of on console. The visuals are really nice, the music, really sets, the atmosphere nicely with its cyberpunk theme, and gameplay is solid. All these things come together to make an excellent game. The game would have been even better were they able to add ray tracing like in the PC version, other than that, the game is a mustThe Ascent is one of those games that we need to see more of on console. The visuals are really nice, the music, really sets, the atmosphere nicely with its cyberpunk theme, and gameplay is solid. All these things come together to make an excellent game. The game would have been even better were they able to add ray tracing like in the PC version, other than that, the game is a must play for fans of this genre.… Expand
  18. FrostyFeet97
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    Absolutely stunning graphics, amazing Gameplay, Game Pass day one. Not much more to say about this game. It's really fun, addictive gameplay.
  19. Lordneo3443
    Aug 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Aquí va spoiler.
    La prensa es basura, no sabe lo que analiza y cada vez queda más claro que no son necesarios.
    El juego de 10 quitando algún fallo técnico menor, jugablemente es un lujazo y gráficamente impacta para su estilo y siendo un juego de bajo presupuesto pocos se han visto como este en su genero    … Expand
  20. nigh5
    Oct 23, 2021
    10
    Great game. The map and travel system like others have said, is such a burden, but when the game finished I wanted to play it again. A game worth its price, and no question if you have gamepass.

    It's unfortunate that you don't get an extra aug/mod towards the end.
  21. willcrazy
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    O jogo me surpreendeu, não estava esperando gostar tanto desse jogo, na verdade nem interessado eu estava, mas depois de ver alguns gameplays e recomendações de amigos, comecei a jogar e a atmosfera do jogo é sensacional muito cyberpunk.
    Joguei no Xbox Series X
  22. Morukster
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    The Ascent possui uma ambientação impressionante, locais com muita vida e personalidade e um mundo enorme. A jogabilidade é viciante e muito satisfatória. Existem alguns problemas, como travamentos de menu, diálogos que não foram traduzidos e algumas quedas de fps, mas nada que tenha afetado minha experiência.
  23. Longoria21
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Un excelente juego,graficos de nueva generacion y una ambientancion fabulosa.
  24. RFelan
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    This game is a blast!!! From amazing graphics to awesome sound quality, this game has it all. Taking cover gears of war style or going in guns blazing Doom style, a ton of weapons to choose from along with numerous sets of armor to put on! You will absolutely love this game! Highly recommend.
  25. Guto76
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    O jogo é muito bom e viciante. A distopia é fantástica. Uma mistura de Diablo com Cyberpunk. Recomendo-o!
  26. Narutratamal
    Aug 11, 2021
    10
    Una maravilla para un juego creado por 12 personas y poder disfrútalo en Game pass
  27. GameNotes
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Maybe a off-putting Learning its unique mechanics at the start. It doesn’t help that you’re in a dingy dungeon but so worth your time if you press on. I recommend playing the first couple hours with friends But not totally necessary. The main antagonist is the world itself so keep that in mind. I find they used their limitations with intelligent intention.
  28. LongDonJohn96
    Aug 9, 2021
    10
    Sound, visuals and gameplay insanly good. One of the Best indies I've played so far
  29. naora2035
    Aug 28, 2021
    10
    Отличная игра! Ничего подобного давно уже не видел. Поразительное внимание к деталям. Есть некоторые проблемы с исполнением заданий, но не критично.
  30. Cevap
    Aug 10, 2021
    10
    Großartiges Spiel, tolle Cyberpunk Welt und cooler Sound.
    Für ein Team aus 12 Entwicklern, eine fantastische Arbeit.
    Hatte übrigens keine Probleme mit Crashs oder Bugs.
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Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 34
  3. Negative: 1 out of 34
  1. CD-Action
    Oct 12, 2021
    85
    Style over substance – I bet Neon Giant has this cyberpunk principle printed above the office entrance. The design of their game is absolutely breathtaking, with huge, vertical, crime-infested cities and masterful use of lights and shadows. Add a pulp-style story and good dialogues (or rather monologues, as the protagonist is silent) immersed deeply in the cyberpunk lore, and you’ve got a pure gem for anyone who enjoys this setting. The shooting mechanics and progression system might be overly simple, but they get the job done and make it easier to catch the game’s flow. [10/2021, p.56]
  2. PlaySense
    Aug 19, 2021
    75
    A visual feast that, along with the great audio design, makes for a very atmospheric experience. It's not perfect, though. Navigation leaves a bit to be desired and some technical shortcomings put a damper on the fun.
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  3. Meristation
    Aug 18, 2021
    75
    The Ascent offers cyberpunk lovers a setting where they can unleash their dreams of steel and neon.
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