Vivid Storm Interactive has unveiled the official release date for their highly anticipated survival colony sim game, Ascent of Ashes. The game is set to launch in early access on November 15 exclusively on Steam.
The exciting news was accompanied by a YouTube video released by the development team. In the video, viewers were treated to a glimpse of the game’s new content and upcoming features. It also showcased the significant visual and technical changes that have been made in preparation for the early access launch.
“Mark your calendars,” exclaimed the developers. “We have big plans for Ascent of Ashes and are fully committed to delivering the ultimate colony sim experience. As such, we will be providing regular updates on milestones and progress to keep players informed.”
Created by a team of former RimWorld modders renowned for their popular Combat Extended mod, Ascent of Ashes plunges players into an alien planet ravaged by a catastrophic societal collapse. With survival as their ultimate goal, players must construct dwellings, cultivate crops, tame alien creatures, and utilize salvaged technology to fortify their bases against hostile forces.
The game’s point-and-click combat system offers more depth than meets the eye. According to the developers, there is a “detailed hit simulation and health system” in place. Even non-lethal strikes can potentially incapacitate players if they are not cautious.
Explore a sprawling, post-apocalyptic world generated procedurally in Ascent of Ashes. With the aid of restored vehicles, players can journey through diverse biomes and discover intriguing points of interest. Along the way, they will encounter fellow survivors, each with their own distinctive personality and motivations.
“As the leader of the colony, the responsibility falls on you to find and recruit capable survivors to fill gaps in your roster as challenges become more formidable. Can you maintain the happiness, security, and motivation of everyone?”
Vivid Storm Interactive also emphasizes that the enemy AI in Ascent of Ashes is both dynamic and intelligent. Whether facing a gang of raiders or a squad of highly trained Remnant soldiers, different enemy types possess unique combat capabilities.
Excitingly, a featured demo of Ascent of Ashes will be available during Steam Next Fest from October 9-16. This presents an excellent opportunity to preview the game before its early access release.
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