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Astral Ascent 1.6.0 update, Yamat the Breach Traveler DLC

There’s even more to come for Astral Ascent in the form of a new version 1.6.0 update and Yamat the Breach Traveler DLC.

Yamat, which is largely paid DLC, features 16 new unique spells and more. The update includes new astral auras, lots of balance adjustments, and more.

Here’s the full rundown:

Astral Ascent physical

After a successful run on the eShop, Astral Ascent is now set for physical release on Switch. Limited Run Games is behind production.

The company as of now only appears to have plans for a standard version. No special editions have been announced at this time.

Astral Ascent Arsenal update 1.4.0

The next major update for Astral Ascent, known as “Arsenal” is now available. This is also known as version 1.4.0.

The update is highlighted by a number of new weapons and passives. Other aspects include balancing, bug fixes, and more.

Here’s the full rundown:

Astral Ascent update 1.3

Hibernian Workshop issued the latest update for Astral Ascent today, which is version 1.3. The update includes an affinity system, Destiny Fragments change, and quality of life options. Of course, there are a bunch of other aspects to version 1.3 as well.

Astral Ascent update 1.2

Astral Ascent just issued a new version 1.2 update.

There are a few notable things here, including 20 new Hero Spells and PvP Arena in local co-op mode. Other aspects include telescope offline working everywhere now, various small changes, and more.

The full rundown is as follows:

Astral Ascent update 1.1.0

Astral Ascent players can now pick up the latest update with version 1.1.0.

The update includes a new damage meter system, new rooms to find in each world, Japanese voice-over, and more. That’s just the tip of the iceberg though as there’s also a bunch of balance adjustments, fixes, and more.

Find the full details below.

Astral Ascent launch trailer

To celebrate the official release, Astral Ascent has received a launch trailer. Fans can get a final look at the 2D platformer rogue-like that was originally announced for Switch in 2021.

The official eShop description provides us with the following details:

Astral Ascent release date

More than two years after it was announced for Switch, Astral Ascent now has a release date. Hibernian Workshop and Maple Whispering confirmed today that it will launch on November 14, 2023.

While we’ve been waiting for the Switch debut, Astral Ascent has been in Early Access for PC. The team has been adding a bunch of content to the game, including a final boss fight, lots of unique endings, a new intro cinematic, and much more. You can find the full rundown here.

Astral Ascent

Astral Ascent has achieved huge success on Kickstarter. In just a couple of days, the campaign has raised nearly $50,000, and already reached its funding goal. The 2D platformer rogue-lite will be released on Switch thanks to that success.

Here’s an overview of Astral Ascent, along with a trailer:

Dark Devotion

With Dark Devotion nearing its Switch eShop release tomorrow, some footage has emerged. Take a look at the gameplay below.


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