Ascend

Ascend is a 2D pixel climbing platformer in which players take on the role of a climber recounting the story of ascending a route once thought to be impossible. Throughout the game, players tackle multiple climbs to progress the narrative, with each climb offering a unique environment and increasingly difficult challenges. These challenges include bird attacks, falling rocks, slipping off holds, and dangerous weather conditions. Halfway through the game, players reach a campsite where they can purchase power ups to assist them on their journey. The campsite is presented in an isometric view, giving players a change of perspective and preventing the game from feeling limited to a traditional platformer viewpoint. The game begins with a tutorial climb that is important to the storyline while also teaching players the basic controls and mechanics. After completing the introductory climb, players progress through multiple training climbs that teach them the mechanics of climbing and introduces new challenges to the player. The final climb then gives the player the opportunity to attempt the impossible ascent and make history as the first person to conquer a climb once thought to be impossible.

Future development on the game is unlikely unless interests sparks.