Astral Ascent X Scourgebringer X Ember Knights X Spiritfall

[previewyoutube=-EIvpIh_vGw;full][/previewyoutube] We have teamed-up with Roguelites we love for this new update, bringing -

• Bodyboulder from Scourgebringer
• Praxis from Ember Knights
• Tasmos from Spiritfall

If you haven't play these games you, we highly recommend you to try them and we might have the best reason for you, we created an Action-Packed Roguelike Gems Bundle adding an extra 10% off to all the games already discounted that you do not own already!
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/44735/ActionPacked_Roguelike_Gems/ We have also made a specific video about our collaboration with Ember Knights team as they added Yalees as Spells in their game! :barbecuePog: [previewyoutube=IH_XW0n_FVo;full][/previewyoutube]

Version 1.7 complete Patch-Notes:

https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1280930/view/4607833411865476591

The Relentless Void

A new room has been added to the game with this update, now you will find The Void to fight minibosses in each world up to 3 times in a run. If you pick it and win in world 1, 2 and 3, you will be able to find the Relentless Void, a new type of Miniboss room, coming with a new song! [previewyoutube=jVQKuN5cNC0;full][/previewyoutube] Minibosses there are harder than regular Minibosses with more patterns and more complex fights. For now there are 3 Minibosses in this room : Bodyboulder, Praxis or Tasmos.
Why take the risk? Well... guaranteed Astral Gambits :taurusSmirk:

Forge Rework

We have reworked the Forge Room, you used to be able to get random spells to pick but it was not very exciting and it was rarely giving you what you wanted so we follow a community suggestion and reworked it so you can now select any spell of your hero and with the affinity of your choice! [previewyoutube=Su_4v83n0sc;full][/previewyoutube] It is also working differently in co-op where you can select 2 times the reward and they only work for the player selecting the reward instead of working for both players at once.

Keys Converter

Who never had leftovers of Keys at the end of a run? Well we might have the perfect solution for you! [previewyoutube=c6Wo8adSUxA;full][/previewyoutube] Convert your Keys into Stars to use for drinks right before the final fight and always maximize your efficiency :zimzimSmile:

Sneak Peak of 1.8

We are aiming to release this new update for October, the main feature is a rework of the Telluric Telescope, we will modify the existing bonuses in the Telluric Telescope so we dont give bonuses that are linked to a specific build anymore as we think it felt bad. We are also going to add new ones, mainly for the Telescope in the main hub but also in a new Room that you will be able to find during your runs!
Visuals not definitive! In this new area you will be able to select an extra Telescope bonus but these bonuses will be mostly different from the existing ones and they will also be attached to negative temporary effects.

Room and UI visuals are not definitive! Bonuses examples (subject to change) -

• The mana cost of the spell in slot 4 is remove
• Spells that cost 3 mana have a X% chance to not use mana
• Spell in slot 2 cost between 1 and 3 mana
• Reduces Echoes cooldown by X%
• On spell refresh, kill X random enemies
• X% chance to reset the signature spell when you use it

Maluses examples (subject to change) -

• The rooms are hidden
• The signature spell is unavailable
• All spells cost 3 mana
• The damages cant critical
• Max life reduced by X%

We are also working on a new feature so you will be able to show your past runs builds and be able to see your whole build at once! [previewyoutube=F-evdItjDbg;full][/previewyoutube] Very placeholder elements!
Visuals not definitive! It was painful seeing the community share so many screenshots to share a build so we hope this will be better this way and encourage everyone sharing their best builds :zagpls: We really cannot wait to share with you what is coming, in particular for the 1.9 but we have even more collabs unannounced collabs coming from licences we love! Have an excellent time in the game everyone :kiranThumbUp: - The Hibernian Workshop Team

[ 2024-09-05 17:10:59 CET ] [ Original post ]

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Astral Ascent is a 2D platformer rogue-lite set in a modern fantasy world. As one of 4 Heroes with very different personalities, you must escape from the Garden, an astral prison guarded by 12 powerful and vicious bosses, the Zodiacs.

FIGHT YOUR WAY

Unlock dozens of unique spells for your 4 distinct characters. Optimize your own build or try out a new one to take down 12 powerful bosses. Get stronger with time to match up with your foes. Each run will test your skills and your reactivity.

DON'T GO ALONE

The weight of destiny is too heavy to carry by yourself? Don’t worry and bring a friend to play in our two player co-op mode. Fight and crush your enemies together in local co-op or online using the Steam's Remote Play Together feature.

AN ASTRAL THREAT

The Zodiacs are 12 experienced guardians dispatched over 4 gorgeous worlds. They’ll bring to the battlefield unique attacks, abilities, and patterns, backstories to uncover, and reasons to be fighting you. Get yourself warned!

NARRATION THROUGH REPLAYABILITY

Astral Ascent is a rogue-lite infused with narration. Replayability is part of our story which will be unravelled piece of piece. As you get stronger, you will discover more about the characters, their motivations, and the secrets of the world they’re trapped in.

A BEAUTIFUL MODERN FANTASY WORLD

Dash across gigantic landscapes. Explore original and hand-crafted areas. Discover the world created by our artists, with a gorgeous art and frame-by-frame animation.

4 PLAYABLE CHARACTERS

Unique characters. Unique weapons. Unique ways to play.

• Ayla: The sole survivor of her guild of assassins, she uses her twin daggers to eliminate her enemies before they can react. Her speed and profenciency are unmatched.
  
• Kiran: This orphan learned life the hard way. He uses his strength to deliver attacks powerful enough to create shockwaves. Brutal.
  
• Calie: This talented sculptor wants her freedom back. She will use her magical gemstones to pierce enemy defenses and shred them to bits. She is unforgiving.
  
• Octave: Trained by a powerful witch, this young fighter summons ethereal guns to attack his foes. When needed, he can conjure bigger weapons as well. Lethal in all cases.

A COALITION FOR HOPE

You can count on faithful allies to help you find your way out

• The Merchant: This mysterious figure has the power to unveil your true potential through rememoring forgotten skills. Careful… it won’t be free.
  
• Zim-Zim: Her greenhouse hides magical plants which can increase your abilities. If you can bear her whimiscal and frankly immature behavior.
  
• Oloon: The best stylist in the known universe is right here and available. Want to change the color of your clothes? Dye your hair? She has everything you need!
  
• Papa Yalee: This old cat—he is almost 20!—will always have a good story about the foes you’ll encounter and your runs. The good news is that… most of them are true.
  
• Sova: Once a powerful sorceress, Sova was cursed and must now serve the Garden. Her past is a burden of shame she carries in silence.
  
• Ordan: De facto leader of the Garden, this fierce warrior helps the Heroes in their quest. Her might is legendary.
  
• Ikki: Ordan’s ex-husband and a powerful warrior on his own, he is in charge of training Heroes. His knowledge of the art of war is endless.