Ascendant is a full version action game developed by Hapa Games that challenges players to survive in a new world each time they play. The game utilizes modern roguelike elements such as permadeath and procedurally generated environments to create a new and unique experience with every playthrough.

As a demigod, players invade a plane controlled by their rivals and must fight their way through armies of zealots and beasts. Health recovery items are rare, making precision, speed, and timing essential to survival. Players must dodge attacks and crush their opponents when they are off-balance to gain the advantage.

The game features lootable treasures of the gods, including unique weapons, spells, and blessings that grant mighty powers. Players can equip and customize their blessings to determine their own fate. The game also has agile beat 'em up combat, allowing players to slam enemies into each other, pummel them with combos, and launch them in the air with rapid dashing assaults.

Death is final in Ascendant, and when players are defeated, the game is over. Each playthrough creates a new hazardous land for adventure, making for hours of replayability and new challenges. The game also offers local co-op, unlockable characters with distinct stats, and special events that make each run fresh and memorable.