Ascending Madness

Ascending Madness is a fast-paced twin-stick shooter with a psychedelic, dark tone. You play as a merciless bounty hunter on a mission to assassinate a renegade scientist and her devout followers, who appear to have gone completely insane. Along the way, you encounter increasing madness.

Combat and weapons

You fight across diverse arenas against waves of bizarre monstrosities and bosses. Your futuristic weapons include the Flame Sword, Sniper Laser and Pulverizer. Rune upgrades let you improve your Battlecraft.

Game modes

Story Mode follows a tale involving the psychedelic, the spiritual and the surreal. Challenge Mode lets you compete for high scores.

Style and themes

The game combines colorful, gritty art with fluid combat and a dark, surreal atmosphere. It also addresses the meaning of life.