Ascend

Ascend is a philosophical puzzle adventure where the ancient forces of time bend to human will. The world is dying, and Aurora must ascend a sacred mountain to restore the balance of the elements. Space changes with the light, and the sky itself becomes part of the mystery.

Zodiac Trials

The mountain holds twelve gates, each reflecting a star symbol. To pass them, one must use the Time-Turner — a device capable of shifting day, twilight, and sunset, revealing hidden bridges and secret paths. The times of day intertwine with the constellations, creating a multilayered system of challenges.

Along the way, Aurora discovers Tarot cards linked to the fate of an ancient civilization. Their images come to life, revealing the past and hinting at the future. The pilgrims who sought the truth before her left traces of their mistakes. To save her people, she will have to not only solve riddles, but understand the language of time itself.

Game features

• A time-of-day mechanic that affects the landscape and puzzles.


• Tests based on the symbolism of the zodiac and the mythology of ancient worlds.


• Exploring a mountain that holds the secrets of a lost civilization.


• Tarot cards as keys to unraveling the fate of the heroine and her people.

Installation:
1. Unpack the archive (make sure the folder path has Latin characters only).
2. Run the game.