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Ascendancy

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Explore, colonize, research, and battle across a strategic science-fiction universe.

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The briefing

About this game

Ascendancy is a science-fiction strategy game in which players guide one of several races, each with a unique ability and distinct character traits. Explore space, establish colonies, develop them according to available raw materials, and confront rival races pursuing similar goals.

Ship weapons require power, adding an energy-management element to space battles. The game also features a visual Research Tree, where discoveries appear as icons connected to prerequisite and subsequent technologies.

Key Features

  • Play as one of multiple races with special abilities and traits.
  • Explore space and establish specialized colonies.
  • Engage in battles with competing races.
  • Manage power supplies for ship weapons.
  • Advance through a visually presented, connected research tree.