The Ascent Review
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Does this go into your Next top 10 AA games in your list??
Won't there be a Chernobylite ACG review?
@@AmokCanuck historically twin-stick shooters were a genre that have you moving in a 2d, top down world with one stick, and shooting with the other. Look up Binding of Isaac or Enter the Gungeon for some modern examples.
@@AmokCanuck FPS, Third Person Shooters, and especially Twin Stick Shooters play differently from each other. Twin stick shooters have a different camera view and control scheme than the other two mentioned above. Just like with everything else sub genre exist.
Were you bored by the gameplay?
Well I got what I was looking for in the first 2 seconds of the video. Keep up the great content, see you in the next one!
Love your content! Cool seeing you here.
Me too, except hearing that PC was preferred over paddles was worth the slog. Lol, joking about that last bit; ACG is always a pleasure to watch.
Saaaame! I figured it was going to be awesome, but I trust acg enough that all I really need to hear is what I heard in the first 2 seconds.
i hope u still watched the whole video. he put in effort to making these
Yeah, once I heard that it confirmed what I already knew.
First sentence made me immediately pleased.
But also made me sad because it is not on Playstation. :`(
@@itsallmakebelieve9151 this will work in an avg pc also
Or wait until ps5 version. It has lots of bugs now I heard.
Bought this because of your video.
Damn it's good; gameplay is fun as hell but what I'm most surprised by is the environments!
Some of the best looking environments I've seen!
I was super interested in this game. Looks like an upgraded version of "Ruiner." Def going to give it a try.
Exactly and I loved Ruiner so I'm diving in
@@christopherwagner6094 its FUCKING AWESOME. I wished there a Ruiner-ish mask in game.
That's what this game reminded me of!
How was the game? I'm about to try it, just asking for another opinion
@@sallgoodman2323 It's awesome. You won't regret it. But soak it in for a while. It starts a bit slowish. You're pretty damn weak at the beginning.
As you progress the gameplay will get crazier, plus there is a tactical edge to it, if you prefer to play that way.
Most of the augmentations are pretty damn cool and useful in a right build.
Trust me, I never fast traveled, not even once in the entire game. I bought every single weapon, armor, augment, tactical peice, and I tried most of them throughout the experience.
Excellent game and a very good cyberpunk experience, especially after the extremely disappointing Cyberpunk 2077.
The city environment is so detailed and it looks like you could spend ages just wandering around and watching everything that is going on. It's gorgeous!
I have been. The background and world is amazing
Exactly, it actually looks like the city is alive. Most developers don't put in the time and effort.
I like how when you are walking around you bump into people and they react to it.
It really is. The environments are so detailed and interesting to look at that it’s almost distracting. The world feels super dense and beautiful. My friend and I spent probably 35 minutes just running around the main city hub area looking at things. It’s extremely immersive.
@@MrEL91N Miles better than CP2077.
I'm comparing them strictly as genre peaces.
CP2077 focused more of their attention on Keanu, as well as licking the boots of alphabet crowd.
Ascent on the other hand is a true cyberpunk title.
No BS, just awesome, immersive, detailed world, basic but enjoyable story, and pure augmented shooting goodness.
ACG is the PLACE to go for unbiased thoughts on why you should (or shouldn't) play a game. Thanks for your hard work and content.
I like the fact that its always positive and negative and reasons why.
And his background knowledge is solid.
Also whoever writes his script is amazing, it always flows so well
@@alextrollip7707 he doesn't write it...he just freestyles..which is just talent..can't teach that.
@@alextrollip7707 he doesn't write it...he just freestyles..which is just talent..can't teach that.
@@HotGritz910 i highly highly doubt that.
That be beyond impressive.
But it seems too structured for a free sttle
@@alextrollip7707 well be surprised...he said on a episode of defining the duke..
I was not expecting a reference to Smash TV today, that game was so much fun
yeah it was
I haven't played a game in a long time, but seeing your review and hearing your enthusiasm, plus OMG the world and its aesthetics (I sunk so many hours into Satellite Reign); you sir, have won me over!
That was my thought exactly. This is a better looking and faster paced Satellite Reign, if only with less tactical options.
The music is clearly inspired by ghost in the shell's music, which is awesome
I noticed that right away watching this. Thats probably going to be the final cherry on top that gets me to buy this. Huge GITS fan.
That's a soundtrack that along w/some other things inspired me to become a pro musician/composer. It's influenced me heavily, especially the detuned harmonies that are so haunting I can hear them in my head on demand. They're imprinted on me like grooves on a vinyl record.
The aesthetics, gameplay, world design looks so dope
Your reviews are why I get up in the morning. Great stuff. Thank you!
I have been waiting for an in-depth review. Thank you
When you have an opening statement like that, it's pretty much all I needed to hear! 😄
Thanks for the awesome review! Looks amazing, great work by the small dev team!
Really good to see someone take the time to dive deep into the game that actually like twin stick shooters
It's awesome Microsoft took a gamble on Dev's and getting this day one on Game Pass.
really? nice.
@@buzzsawgr81 yeah can pre download now aswell.
Nice! Looking forward to playing tonight
@@Pick18 yup, already did.
They will probably buy them after the numbers go thru the roof on this.
Just listening to this review made me smile - "as you know i rate games on a "buy", "wait for sa..." Never mind. It's a buy!" 🙌
In other words it could be a 7? All these sheep that follow these youtubers don't realise acg and skill up hide behind their scoring by not giving it a number thinking a buy is a 9 or a 10 lmao 🤦♂️
@@rayromano6249 well. If yoy have gamepass you could rate it. But then we will see if anybody prefer your score or play it for the sake of fun.
@@rayromano6249 Oof
@@rayromano6249 You sound like someone who's obsessed with numbering every game, no matter how inconsequential that number is.
You wouldn't happen to be the sorta guy to weaponize MetaCritic scores too, would ya?
@@varno6793 just telling the truth. If he gave it a 7 which he probably did ppl would be hating on him for giving it a good score and not a masterpiece score 👍
Fantastic review loved hearing your excitement at the beginning. You are by leaps and bounds the best reviewer for games I've ever seen/heard.
Thanks ACG I really appreciate that you get to the point wether you liked the game or not, And also provide heaps extra detail!
You had me at “The Ascent….is the best game I’ve played this year”
Thanks, Captain Obvious.
@@Squidiot you don't know what phrases mean do you
@@eldonhill4840 LMFAO
Fun, not best.
It’s got some serious flaws with some of the enemy AI and the weapon variety and an overuse of tropes with parts of the story. But it’s still fun and absolutely gorgeous and the world building and art and level design is top notch.
"It's a Rollercoaster made of guns!" May be the best tagline ever.
Awesome review as always! Great start for a new studio! Definitely gonna check it out!
Thanks for the great review. I like the genre and the setting/era, so will definately look into this.
I hadn't been paying attention to this at all, and you've not only put it on my radar but incentivized me to purchase it immediately.
Thanks ACG.
Wow you sound like you make women dry up as soon as you speak
@@theundergrad5994 why you gotta be like that
@@joeclark4557 he has to learn. It’s for his own good. Not even joking lol
@@theundergrad5994 Dude what? He literally just said, “thanks for informing me about this cool game I didn’t know about.” I have no idea what could feasibly be so wrong with that to you that you felt you had to insult them for it.
@@theundergrad5994 Sounds like someone is projecting their own insecurity, but no worries I get that you're probably going through something. Hope it gets better for ya bud!
Graphics remind me a bit of XCOM style where everything had a sem-plastic toy look, which made sense for 'toy soldier' style of gameplay.
Need to pick this one up, haven't played a twin-stick in a while. Thanks for the review!!
Yours are the best reviews I've seen all year + lol thanks dude.
I trust your reviews. Ever since IGN started getting sketch and reviewers didn’t have some kind of common template to keep an even review. Solid reviews are hard to come by. Thanks for an in depth review. 👍
New Mission: Balls Deep
Well if the review didn't already sell me on the game, that did
So excited to sink a few hours into this over the weekend. Loved your review and the insight, thank you!
Thank you so much for your time and effort. You make the best video game reviews!
I liked your review. I think people are being to harsh on the game and forget it was made by 11 people. Also a lot of people just dislike it because it is an Xbox Exclusive
Who is harsh on the game? I only hear praise
@@TheCivildecay the ponies
@@TheCivildecay gamespot said it was too hard, metro gave it a 30, and gamesradar gave it a 50. I will trust ACG as he hasnt ever steered me wrong on his reviews
@@dbcooper409 The "too hard" reviews always come with these games, Ghostrunner and Ruiner both were considered too hard, and they were both great.
@@Blue-cc7qw Of course the moment somebody gives an opinion you might not like they're ponies. Jeez. Virtually every review I've seen of this is pretty positive. Gamespot's 6/10 is probably one of the lowest (still a good score) but the review itself is pretty fair. If difficulty balance (they didn't just say it was "too hard") is as the review suggests then yeah that's a problem. But given it's on Gamepass most of us will at least boot it up to see what it looks like for ourselves (and Gamespot praised the environment design).
I'm so glad you're covering games like this, cheers.
And yes, Geometry Wars is soooooo good.
Wow, thanks for another great review. I was planning to wait for this one to go on sale, but you've definitely got me rethinking that decision.
Holy balls. This looks right up my alley... and it wasn't even on my radar. Probably the most tantalising surprise in gaming I've seen in years, and I must have it. Great review, Karak!
Hey, remember Ruiner? That one was fun too!
I've been looking at this one for a while especially since its local co-op.
Wait so no online co-op?
@@sukamadik5983 both
Great job! I have not watched game review that was so thorough, entertaining and engaging, ever! Now I want to watch other games reviews you did just to have that experience again.
Thanks Karak your reviews are ALWAYS the best. I bought The Ascent after being lukewarm and then watching your review about it and wow what blast.
The settings and art style remind me of Insomnia-The Ark.
It's shocking how a small studio is able, in talent and scale, to make such a stunning looking game that is also great to play. Can't wait to play this one on PS5 when the exclusive period on the MS platforms is over.
Do yourself a favor, and get a Series S with Gamepass Ultimate...
PS5 with a Series S is an incredible combination!
@@sasquatchhillbilly shhhh. If everybody moves over to gamepass then the price is going to go up for me
@@guybrushthreepwood8174 lol, nah, it'd stay where it is, or maybe even go down...
It's such a crazy value, I'm kicking myself for not having an Xbox sooner!
At least this way I get to catch up with HDR and improved performance on older games 😎
Well they are industry veteran who use to work for triple A studiod
@@sasquatchhillbilly nah, ps5, pc is the way to have all the sweeties!! . No need for an xbox if you have a pc, but if you haven't and you want value gaming, its a no-brainer.
Many thanks for the buy tip! I’m a sucker for twin-sticks. Great review! You had me at altered carbine :-))
Another nice in-depth review. I appreciate your time man
"Or if you're alone, well, just dying. Alone." This is my new favourite quote.
Well within the first 3 sec I heard something I haven’t heard from ACG that often and rarely that early in the video. Definitely looking forward to 1pm EDT on my PC via XGP.
Yessir
He even put the quote in the thumbnail, too.
Well said sir! Your enthusiasm for this title is contagious. Definitely going to check this one out. Keep up the great work
Wow this is one of the most glowing reviews I've seen from you haha.
This wasn't even on my radar as something that existed until now, so thanks =)
I’ve been waiting for this! ACG you the man.
This game is absolutely beautiful, love the aesthetic
I've been so excited for this one! The environment looks so awesome!
Thanks for the quick review!
I remember seeing this announced last year and passing it off as a regular twin stick shooter. Nice to hear there’s some extra meat to this.
The look of this game is actually is what I thought next gen would be all about. I didn't expect it would come in a twin stick shooter. I can't wait for the chance to get my hands on this game.
Thank you, it really look like a fantastic thing. And the hour mark for completion sounds really good
Enjoyed the review! Thanks for your continued work.
So excited for this, bring on housemarques bladerunner. Or what I’d imagine that would be.
I was thinking the exact same thing and you took the words right out of my mouth.
It looks like if Nex Machina had a blade runner esque plot and world, and I couldn't be more into it.
That was my line of thinking as well
This made me excited to try this out. Definitely looks like a must buy.
It’s on game pass from day one just in case you have game pass available to you.
I’m really looking forward to this. You and Skillup both gave it glowing impressions.
was waiting for this game for awhile. thanks for making the time to make the review!
been waiting for this, had it wishlisted on steam.
Get Xbox game pass before you buy it
Just FYI, crossplay is possible with Xbox and pc but only if you get it through the Microsoft store on pc.
@@yourneighbor5386 yeah, been thinking that might be the best solution, thanks
*watches the first 10 seconds*
Great! now to try and convince my friends.
add me on xbox. IAMFIREIAMDEATH. got nobody to play coop with.
You are the only reviewer I watch. You're amazing thus thank you!
Thanks for doing reviews for games I actually want to know about!
This is the best week Xbox has had in years. I’m here for it!
what else is good about it? genuinely asking as im not a fan of MSFS
@@bigguschungus968 me either but I booted it up and was blown away with the graphics
@@TempleofShaolin Think you misinterpreted what I'm asking him - what else is so good about this week for xbox? I want to know in case I've missed something
It's technically only going to get better. More day 1 AAA games. Forza and Halo releasing this year, etc
Xbox is looking great this gen can't wait for stalker thats a system seller for me.
The ONLY review (so far) that actually describes the game exactly as it feels and plays. Great job!
Facts
Thanks so much for the indepth reviews. Subscribed 😁
I loved hearing your descriptions for "it would be like amputating your hand if you had a hangnail" and enemy AI's "playing with only pawns and still getting checkmates." I don't think I have ever watched one of your reviews before but you just got a new fan.
Thank you hope you get a chance to play this game. So good
It's an ACG review.. one second in.. I've already hit the thumbs up button!
Great review, for a game pass game it's fantastic, as the game I absolutely love the background of the game. Fith Element and Blade runner meets the matrix, its a bloody joy. Could just walk around listening and enjoying the sounds and looks with hints of Ghost in the shell.
Thank you ACG for the Super Smash Tv reference. Ohh man blowing up tanks with heads has NEVER been so fun! Keep slaying them reviews😉
Excellent review as always sir. I am thoroughly enjoying the first few hours of my playthrough so far too.
Have been looking forward to this immensely. This year more than ever made me realize indie games are where it's at in the future.
Indies are great a lot of time. I got into them when the dishwasher games came out on Xbox live arcade on the 360
Kena Bridge of Spirits is my most anticipated title this year….crazy how it is no longer a AAA holiday launch title
@@XiLock_Alotx that's not an AAA
Yeah. It's been that way for a while now.
Your first sentence assuaged all my fears. I cannot wait to play this. Thank you Karak and thanks to Gamepass too haha!
Thanks for the in depth review! Will def pickup based on your review!
Love your channel so much I know to avoid the games you give a positive review to and play the ones you don't like. Keep up the good work man!
I came over looking for a review after sinking 2-3 hours in and I couldn't agree more with ya on this one. This game is such a nice gem. Also glad I've found your channel, enjoyed your amazing review and look foward to seeing your other content!
"Ill buy THAT for a dollar!"
Dead or alive, you’re coming with me 😉
Thanks for the review, for some reason I find your tone easy to listen to and it makes it out like you're actually really a player more than a reviewer
This seems right down my alley. Great review as always, Karak.
This game came outta nowhere for me and I'm already watching every review I can find on it. Looks so cool!
Man I am burnt out on cyberpunk style games and any game involve shooting as the primary damage inflicting mechanic but this one looks like such an all around package and a breath of fresh air compared to the rest. I am also a sucker for top down perspective games.
Wait, what other Cyberpunk games have you played? I'm on the hunt for good ones
@@devilmayclarify666 Go check out Omikron the nomad soul it'll change your life lmao
Always great videos to watch! Thank you for another amazing game review!
I always love your reviews. You're a poet, my dude.
Started the game last night and I've gotta say it has some of the most amazing visuals and amazing detail I've ever seen. Loving it so far!
Never heard of this game and now I can't stop thinking about it
Ah the ol' luv at first sight
Damn Karek's, I could here in your voice just how damn stoked you sound reviewing. It looks like a masterpiece!
Man, this looks really cool def going to get it. Cheers for the passion u put into ur work, I always watch ur videos have found some games that I would not have gotten if not for your review. It's always a fun watch.
This review has me convinced. It's a game I would play with a big grin on my face. :)
Congrats to the devs. I look forward to your games in the future.
The visuals in this game look outstanding. Hope to see more Cyberpunk themes to come!
I'm new to watching your channel but I love your content and feel you're very thoughtful! Thank you!
thanks ACG for the review, this is awesome
Please let this fill the void that Cyberpunk 2077 left in my heart.
It looks like it could do that...
Oh it does! The soundtrack, graphics and gameplay. This is a more cohesive game.
Fills the void when waiting for Cyberpunksfirst big dlc.
Whoa. This looks and sounds great. I'm going to have to put this on my bucket list of things to shop for! And it wasn't even on my radar!!
The detail in your reviews is absolutely amazing. I mean, if you don’t like a game I don’t even bother. Top notch channel and super awesome reviews.
I appreciate that!
This looks amazing, like Ruiner, but higher budget and more well rounded. Definitely will be keeping an eye on it
You can tell when ACG “really likes” a game
Because its literally the first thing he said in the first 5 seconds of the video?
Looking forward to trying this, great review!
Great review as per usual, I'm looking forward to checking this one out
Been looking for a new Co Op this may be fit that need.