Ascendance

Devlog

• Official Hiatus Announcement
  March 23, 2023 by Ascendance IF

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  Hello! Long time no see, huh? As you've probably noticed by now, it's been quiet in here for a while. I apologize for the long period of silence, I too needed time to understand what was happening, an... Continue reading
• Ascendance - Where do we go from here?
  January 07, 2022 by Ascendance IF

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  Hello, ❤! 2022 is here and, for better or worse, it seems like we're all feeling some type of way about it, huh? On that note, I know you're not my partner, and I also don't mean to scare you, but... Continue reading
• Ascendance - Devlog 10
  November 29, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #devlog

  "🎶 Summertime, and the livin's..." not exactly easy, sorry Lana. Hot weather is great, but so bothersome at times, haha. Hi guys! ❤ Here for a small progress report, as usual! I know this sort of... Continue reading
• Ascendance - Devlog 9
  November 04, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #devlog

  *Gently pushes the several crickets that have settled in here to the side* Hey guys! It's been a while since our last devlog for a few reasons, some great, some not so great. Just life, you know? I am... Continue reading
• Ascendance - Devlog 8
  September 27, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #devlog, #how many cups of coffee can she have

  Hi, lovelies ❤ Up for a small devlog? I wrote and edited quite a bit of content these past two weeks, and also ended up adding another variation to the earlier chapters; More choices too. It turns o... Continue reading
• Ascendance - Devlog 7.5
  September 13, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #devlog

  Hey, there ❤ So! My "one-week" break extended itself naturally into ten days, and when I got back my sinusitis went - "Is that a quick change in the weather I feel?" Because of that, I didn't really... Continue reading

  
• Ascendance - Devlog 7
  August 30, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #devlog

  Hey! ❤ We've made some nice progress in the past two weeks. The bonds, character traits, and knowledge menus are now fully integrated into chapters one-four. While doing that, I also reviewed, edite... Continue reading

  
• Ascendance - Devlog 6
  August 16, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #devlog

  Hi! Today we have a pretty positive progress report =) Maybe you've read the log in which I mentioned that I'd been feeling like going back to do some re-work on what is available of the game before m... Continue reading
• Ascendance - Devlog 5
  August 02, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #devlog

  Hi, there. Time for another bi-weekly devlog =) It's finals season for me at uni and that, coupled with some other personal matters, made me step back from writing for a bit. Before that started to go... Continue reading
• Ascendance - Devlog 4
  July 19, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #devlog

  Hi there! It's been a minute since we last had one of these, huh ❤ After working on minor fixes/features for a bit, I went back to writing our next release. Your MC has already made a huge decision... Continue reading

  
• Ascendance is on Google Play now
  July 14, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #minor update

  Hi there! You can now download Ascendance for your Android on Google Play Store. It has the same interface, but is slightly more stable for mobile, and you will be able to play it offline ❤ If you'v... Continue reading
• Small features added
  July 08, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #tech update, #minor fix

  Hi, ❤! Small tech update: You can now mute/unmute all sounds; You can now read about Jupiterian flowers on the extra menu before choosing a favorite flower; All laughter-like sound effects have been... Continue reading

  
• Minor fix - Mobile Version
  July 06, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #bug fix, #minor update

  Hi there! I think I figured out what was wrong with the savings menu on mobile. Since I can only test it on a few devices on my side, I'd really appreciate it if any of you, especially the ones who ha... Continue reading
• New game cover
  July 03, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #game design, #minor update

  Hello! Ascendance is two months old today (❣) and it has not only increased a lot in size, but almost everything else has changed when it comes to its design as well. Let's change the last remaining... Continue reading

  
• Note for mobile players and about Chapter four!
  June 07, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  Hello there! ❤ Now you get a message right off the bat, but I'd like to reinforce that I do not advise running Ascendance on your phone (and if you will, I advise you to test beforehand if you can p... Continue reading
• Part one is fully released! Play now!
  June 07, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #update, #release

  You'll have to start a new game because of several structural changes! Old savings will cause bugs. New features: Choose a Division. Meet a new friend. Remember an important event from a past life. Bo... Continue reading

  
• Chibi + Fun Facts - Joana version
  June 05, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #characters, #creative process

  (1) Most of the Y receive training towards identifying and developing their abilities. Joana received training towards controlling and maximizing hers. (2) Uses Naímia (her Affinity Animal) as a siev... Continue reading

  
• Ascendance - The update will be released on Jun 7th
  June 03, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #announcement, #update, #devlog

  Hi, darlings! Since my part-time work gave us a break this past week, I was able to focus on Ascendance for a few more hours a day before my mid-terms (lucky timing!). So! I now have the rest of part... Continue reading

  
• Ascendance Lore - Affinity Animals
  June 01, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #lore, #worldbuilding

  Affinity animals are ancient souls that choose to manifest in an animal form (which changes, depending on the planet that they are manifesting) in order to bond with and protect a certain soul. They a... Continue reading

  
• Fun facts + Chibi - Elya version
  May 29, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #creative process, #character design

  [And yes, I couldn’t resist and asked for the glimpses of light he lets show when he’s at ease, or just around MC. I’m a softie, kay?] (1) Can play the cello beautifully. (2) Hates pet names in... Continue reading

  
• Sneak peek of the upcoming theme
  May 24, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #game design, #creative process

  Hey you! Hope you're doing well and ready for the starting week! I've been working on the game's design today, and here's a sneak peek of the new theme for you: Current version: Version for the next u... Continue reading

  
• Ascendance - Devlog 2
  May 23, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #devlog, #progress report

  Hey! I hope you’re well today! What I did in the past 2 weeks: Implemented the static character profile with an unlockeable story summary; Implemented your character’s division menu; Implemented a... Continue reading

  
• Fun facts + Chibi - Ian version
  May 22, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #creative process, #character design

  (1) Is an art prodigy, even for Y standards. His unconventional methods, however, are not appreciated by all. (2) Goes back to speaking Japanese, his current native language, whenever slightly frustra... Continue reading

  
• Ascendance Lore - Auras
  May 18, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #worldbuilding, #lore

  Why is it that Elya, Ian and Joana look at your “general area” so often? The concept of auras is actually very broad and diverse. The general definition that you can find on wikipedia (I know, I k... Continue reading

  
• Friendship vs. Relationship vs. Physical Intimacy in Ascendance
  May 15, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #creative process, #design

  Hello darlings, hope your saturday is going *chef kiss*! This is one of the parts of the creative process that I’ve been thinking about while implementing little menus and planning the story, and I... Continue reading

  
• Ascendance Lore - The Divisions
  May 11, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #World Building, #Writing progress

  “Divide and conquer!”- Julius Caesar [If you’re majoring in anything remotely related to programming, I deeply apologize for putting you through this quote again]. Divisions are how The Y organi... Continue reading
• Ascendance - Devlog 1
  May 10, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  Hello everyone, I hope you’re doing great! I have a shiny devlog for you today ❤ The early demo of Ascendance has been out for a week now! This past week, I’ve been polishing it and fixing sever... Continue reading

  
• Will choosing a division lock me into a certain character’s route?
  May 09, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  Hello! I hope you’re hydrated already ❤ This is something I’ve been considering for a while now, and a couple of nice players have already approached me with this question. The short answer I’... Continue reading
• Adding eye colors
  May 08, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  #minor update, #minor fix

  Hello! In adittion to brown, black, green and blue, hazel and amber have been added as potential eye colors. I'm also looking into a possible bug for phones that may cause the save menu to not disappe... Continue reading
• Early visual references for Ian | Elya | Joana
  May 05, 2021 by Ascendance IF

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  In case you’re a visual person like me, here are some pictures that inspired some aspects of Ascendance’s love interests! Ian Elya Joana I hope you are wonderful today! Stay hydrated! Lou... Continue reading