- THE INDIE GAMER MAGAZINE FEATURE - 3 August 2020
- JULY UPDATE - 13 July 2020
Hi all, I hope you're enjoying the final version of ASCENT: Crash Landing! I've had a little break after the June release, and am now fully caught up on sleep... Going forward with ASCENT: Crash Landing, please do report any bugs/issues so that I can fix them in future updates. If you have chance to leave a review, that would be great also, as it helps a solo developer such as myself on the gigantic library of games that is Steam! :) It'd be great to know your favourite level/soundtrack/thing from the game in the comments below too. For me, I think it would be flying the glider around the Hub World! Thanks :)
- ASCENT: CRASH LANDING FULL RELEASE - OUT NOW! - 26 June 2020
https://steamuserimages-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/1289667599540190933/EBE57F92B0661CB8E832D231F03C53AD322D3785/ 4 Years and a Beta release later, I am so happy to be able to announce the full release of ASCENT: Crash Landing! Help Bluu and Blip on their journey through an uncharted and dangerous world in this vibrant, action-packed 3D platformer. ASCENT: Crash Landing is inspired by classic games I played growing up, such as Crash Bandicoot, Rayman, Croc & Spyro. Additions to the full release include: A new level: Lunar Islands More cutscenes More achievements 3 Save slots A solo and local co-op option for Spark Islands The option to toggle between fullscreen and windowed mode Enhanced assets Thanks for your patience and support throughout. Enjoy! :) Dean
- ASCENT: CRASH LANDING FULL RELEASE LAUNCHES TOMORROW! - 25 June 2020
Less than 24 hours until the full release of ASCENT: Crash Landing. Can't wait to finally launch it! :)
- DEVELOPMENT UPDATE - 17 June 2020
Hi all, Just over a week to go! The excitement is building! The full build is now going through the final stages of playtesting. In response to player feedback, the co-op level Spark Islands will be getting a Solo option for the full release. This will enable those who play the game solo to unlock the 'Better Together' achievement. Make sure to keep up to date with everything ASCENT on Twitter too! https://twitter.com/SPARK_Games_UK Thanks :)
- THE FINAL TRAILER HAS LANDED! - 11 June 2020
Bluu and Blip are set for their full adventure, arriving 26/06/2020!
- FINAL RELEASE TRAILER LANDING THIS WEEK! - 8 June 2020
Hi all, Development continues to go well, with the final build being completed this week! A couple of weeks of testing will follow, then it's release time! Also, the new trailer will be releasing Thursday 11th June :)
- UPDATE / PENDING DEMO REMOVAL - 29 May 2020
Hi all, Just a quick update on ASCENT: Crash Landing. Development is going very well, with only a few bits to tie up :) The standalone demo available on the store page will be removed on 01/06/2020. Having been available for a year and a half, I feel it is no longer reflective of the final product that will be launching in a few weeks time. Just wanted to give the heads up before it gets removed. Feel free to try it before then though! Thanks
- ASCENT: CRASH LANDING (FULL RELEASE) ARRIVES 26/06/2020 - 23 May 2020
The full release of ASCENT: Crash Landing arrives earlier than planned! A year and a half since its beta release, I can finally announce ASCENT: Crash Landing's full release will be available on the 26th June 2020. I've been working on this game since 2016, so to have a final release date set feels great! The full release will include: A new level: Lunar Islands More cutscenes More achievements 3 save slots The option to toggle between fullscreen and windowed mode Enhanced assets Don't forget, you can also start the adventure today!
- Symmetry is out now! - 3 October 2019
A day earlier than planned, I can now announce that my second title 'Symmetry' is available to download! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1130400/Symmetry_Early_Access/ This has been an extremely fun project to work on so far, and even though I've play tested it for more hours than I can remember, I still find myself trying to beat my best times and win against friends on multiplayer modes. This is quite a different platformer to ASCENT: Crash Landing, and has provided its fair share of challenges throughout development. I can now (briefly) relax before continuing to make Symmetry and ASCENT the best platforming/multiplayer experience it possibly can be. The main aim for Symmetry is to have fun, solo or with friends, so make sure to download it today and let me know your thoughts! Thanks to all those who have helped to make this release possible. Dean
- AUGUST UPDATE - 19 August 2019
Hi all, It's been a while since my last announcement, so thought I'd post! I want to say thank you for all the great reviews, which has left ASCENT: Crash Landing sitting at a current score of 85%. I am overwhelmed with the positive comments from the ASCENT community! I have also been very busy this summer working on my upcoming multiplayer title - Symmetry! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1130400/Symmetry_Early_Access/ This is something very different that I have been producing alongside ASCENT for the last two years, so make sure to check that out also! Rest assured I will continue development of ASCENT, and plan to have the full game ready around the middle of 2020. Thanks for being part of the journey! More soon. https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33531388%2F6e519846b61ed42d67da3504f784d78e4a0b786d.jpg
- GRAPHICS SETTINGS OPTION - 21 May 2019
Great news! In response to community feedback, Graphics Options are now available on the main menu of ASCENT: Crash Landing! Lower spec PCs can now run the game :) Please see the updated 'System Requirements' section for all the specs. https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33531388%2Fdb4e9b9dd834ae73f0c05e91365765c1d92360ae.jpg
- NEW PORTAL OPEN! (V01.3) - 27 April 2019
Jump into the new level 'Arctic Chasm' in ASCENT: Crash Landing! I can finally share what I have been working on the last few months! Arctic Chasm is a new level now accessible in the Hub World, providing new challenges and more things to collect. Enjoy :) https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33531388%2Fae096db065d6ef0ed4845277c04b88c8086646c6.pnghttps%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33531388%2F69ee7bc8697e2e7bc01815ac6d5cba0972ed93f5.jpghttps%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33531388%2F323dbc56a52ce2d5a3b430f56e8c717876e7e765.jpg
- ARCTIC CHASM PORTAL OPENING SATURDAY - 23 April 2019
Only a few more days until a new level is added to the Hub World! https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33531388%2F323dbc56a52ce2d5a3b430f56e8c717876e7e765.jpg
- New Level 'ARCTIC CHASM' Arriving 27th of April - 8 April 2019
I am very pleased to reveal that my new level - Arctic Chasm will be added to the Hub World of ASCENT: Crash Landing on the 27th of April. Prepare to explore an icy new area and overcome new challenges set by the villainous Aphids. https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33531388%2F69ee7bc8697e2e7bc01815ac6d5cba0972ed93f5.jpg
- NEW PORTAL OPENING - 27TH APRIL - 24 March 2019
Get ready to take on a new level next month! https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33531388%2Fae096db065d6ef0ed4845277c04b88c8086646c6.png
- V01.2.1 Uploaded - 19 February 2019
An updated version of V01.2 is now live. This includes minor bug fixes. Enjoy! https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33531388%2F8b4e4f72298b99a1ccaabda1e1d5e795b5229c1f.jpg
- V01.2 HAS LANDED! - 7 February 2019
The first big update for ASCENT: Crash Landing. New features include: Introduction cutscene Inventory on the pause menu - Missing collectables? You can now see any items that remain in each level Tweaks to gameplay/minor bug fixes Enjoy! https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33531388%2F181fcdfd7b333db9d5481db97f77dbd414663d30.jpg
- V01.2 - 07/02/2019 - 6 February 2019
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- V01.1 UPLOADED + HAPPY NEW YEAR! - 31 December 2018
Updated version of ASCENT: Crash Landing is now live. Updates include: - Added speed when rolling. This will help with evading enemies or getting a bit more distance when 'jumping + rolling' over a hole. - A rework of some areas on the Desert Island level. This is to stop instances of breaking out of the map (sorry glitch hunters!) - The Elite Aphid boss is now faster when chasing you. This keeps it challenging after Bluu's updated roll function. Thanks and Happy New Year! See you in 2019 :D
