5 Years Later, Cool Cyberpunk Shooter The Ascent Is Getting a Major Update — and It Sounds Like a Sequel Is in the Works
The Ascent, Neon Giant’s acclaimed twin-stick action RPG, is celebrating its fifth anniversary with a major update and hints of a sequel in development.
Originally released in 2021 for Xbox and PC, The Ascent gained recognition for its punchy action gameplay, highly detailed cyberpunk environments, and engaging co-op mechanics. The game later expanded to PlayStation 5 roughly a year after its initial launch. The title impressed critics and players alike, with its satisfying gunplay and brutal aesthetic earning praise, though its story and characters received less memorable reviews.
To mark the milestone, developer Neon Giant is releasing a significant update for the game. While details remain sparse, the update appears to be substantial enough to warrant celebration of the anniversary. More notably, the developer has teased that a sequel may be in the works, suggesting the studio’s commitment to expanding the cyberpunk shooter franchise.
The Ascent has maintained a dedicated player base since launch, thanks to its distinctive visual style and arcade-like action gameplay. The announced major update aims to give both returning and new players a reason to revisit the neon-soaked world. With sequel development potentially underway, fans of the original can look forward to future entries in what appears to be a growing franchise.