Games Like Ascension (Noah Schultz)

Ascension is a really interesting 2D platformer that feels both familiar and fresh. You play as a little being navigating a world made of interconnected blocks. The core mechanic is that you can create platforms out of the blocks themselves, allowing for some creative problem solving as you progress. It’s not about fast reflexes or intense combat it's more about thoughtful movement and figuring out how to manipulate the environment to get where you need to go. The pixel art style is charming and the overall vibe is peaceful yet with a subtle sense of mystery. It’s the kind of game you can pick up and play for a short while or get lost in for a longer session as you explore the levels and discover all the hidden pathways. It’s a unique take on the platformer genre focusing on player agency and environmental interaction rather than pure skill.

Ascension is a really interesting 2D platformer that feels both familiar and fresh. You play as a little being navigatin... Read more