Summer Barbecue Update!

Summer is already hot super hot in France we have used Barbecue's flames to cook you a surprise an update with a lot balancing and bug fixing! taffy

Take a look to the full Patch Notes below - [dynamiclink href="https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1280930/view/523095184762733086"][/dynamiclink]

We have fixed many bugs and balanced a lot of elements based on community feedback so we hope you will enjoy this new update to play during the summer!

Update 2.2 preview!

We are also already working hard on the version 2.2 including many assets to unlock and buy to customize your own hub, here are a few examples!

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You will have dozens of specific assets to select, that's a lot of graphical work with different themes such as Oasis, Steampunk and more, if you have suggestions for graphical themes, feel free to let us know on our Discord Server !

In addition to this update we also have a surprise for you with new spells coming for the heroes in this 2.2 version!

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[img src="https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images/37710613/0811164a97c6ce26619355dc633ffee2042a4582.gif"][/img] And we have listened to the community once again, the most upvoted request is that Yamat gets more spells as she has less than the others so we will add more spells to Yamat than to the other heroes for this update!

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Same than for the environments, don't hesitate to come over our Discord Server to give your suggestions!

New playable Hero!

Don't forget Arven the new playable hero for Astral Ascent from our next game Fallen Fates coming to Kickstarter on September!

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Once again it is super appreciated if you take a look at our upcoming campaign, if you want to support us, follow the Kickstarter Campaign !!

And you can even gain physical rewards by doing so by joining the Celebration Giveaway!

[img src="https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images/37710613/d027b26dc7f46d361970ac3b88bfd0b049a4088d.png"][/img] We are still going to update Astral Ascent frequently, don't worry about that!

Wishing you the best summer and see you soon for the 2.2 update! - The Hibernian Workshop Team

[ 2025-06-27 16:46:46 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.