Ascend to ZERO
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Ascend to ZERO: A Time-Bending Roguelike Sharpened to the Last SecondThe time-bending roguelike Ascend to ZERO is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming, also as an Xbox Play Anywhere title with Xbox Game Pass. Developer Flyaway Games has refined character balance, difficulty systems, and added an in-game play guide since its March reveal. The game focuses on fast-paced runs where players manipulate time to overcome enemies and challenges within a strict time limit.
This week in PC games: vert-ramping trains, a retold murder mystery, and Cthulhu’s new gig as an AI DirectorThis week's PC game releases include the sci-fi action-roguelike Ascend to Zero, the crime scene investigation sim Forensics: Crime Scene Detective, and the Survivorslike Soulforge Lost Path. Other notable titles are the AI society puzzle game D-Topia, the VN remake The Incident at Galley House, and the cooking horror game Happy's Humble Burger Cult. The week also sees the launch of Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a flat-screen version of the VR games Moss and Moss: Book II, and the early access release of the survival game Frozen Ship.
Ascend to ZERO Warps onto Xbox and Game PassThe action roguelike Ascend to Zero has launched on Xbox Series X|S and PC, featuring Xbox Play Anywhere support and day-one availability on Game Pass. Developed by Flyway Games, the title incorporates time travel mechanics, evolving builds, and frantic combat, offering a fresh take on the roguelike genre.
Ascend to ZERO Review – Tick-tock on the clockAscend to ZERO is a stylish action roguelite where a 30-second timer is the core mechanic, allowing players to freeze and unfreeze time to strategize. The game features satisfying hybrid autobattler and bullet-hell combat, with deep build customization and rewarding progression systems. Despite a light narrative and initially overwhelming hub systems, its addictive gameplay loop and unique time mechanics make it highly replayable.
Coming Out in gaming this week — July 13, 2026This week's gaming releases include a variety of titles across multiple platforms, such as Ascend to ZERO, The Alters: Last Variable, D-topia, and Denshattack!. Several games are launching in Early Access, including Funnel Runners and Colonies of The Remnant, while Go-Go Town! receives its 1.0 release.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for July 13 to 17This week's Xbox releases from July 13 to 17 include a variety of genres across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass. Notable titles include the roguelike 'Ascend to ZERO', the tactical train-builder 'Fogpiercer', and the open-world extreme sports game 'MAVRIX by Matt Jones'.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+ 2, The Planet Crafter, Palworld 1.0, and MoreXbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout July, including the full release of Palworld 1.0, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2, and Gears of War: Reloaded. The service will also feature updates for games like Wuthering Waves and League of Legends, while several titles are scheduled to leave the library on July 15.
10 gorgeous indies to check out in July 2026This article highlights ten indie games scheduled for release in July 2026 across PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The featured titles span various genres including literary experiences, supernatural life-sims, time-bending roguelikes, puzzle adventures, 3D platformers, rhythm visual novels, sci-fi deckbuilders, action RPGs, and cozy plant shop simulations.
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2, The Planet Crafter, and More Coming to Game Pass in JulyMicrosoft has announced the first wave of games coming to Game Pass in July, including Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 and The Planet Crafter. The service will also see additions like Winds of Arcana: Ruination, Gears of War: Reloaded, and PBA Pro Bowling 2026. Several titles, including EA Sports FC 24 and PowerWash Simulator, will be leaving the service on July 15th.- Ascend to Zero Introducing This Unique Time-Bending RoguelikeFlyway Games announced that Ascend to Zero, a time-bending action roguelike, will be released on Xbox. The game was featured during last week's Xbox Partner Preview broadcast.
Ascend to Zero – Introducing This Unique Time-Bending RoguelikeAscend to Zero is a new time-control roguelike game that allows players to freeze time to aid in combat. The game is available to wishlist on Steam for PC.
Ascend to Zero – Introducing This Unique Time-Bending RoguelikeFlyway Games announced that their time-bending action-roguelike, Ascend to Zero, will launch on July 13, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Xbox Cloud. The game will be an Xbox Play Anywhere title and available day one with Xbox Game Pass. Ascend to Zero features strategic time manipulation and rapid progression as players attempt to save humanity from a mechanical invasion.
Ascend to Zero Launches July 13 on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game PassAscend to Zero, a time-bending roguelike from Flyway Games, is set to launch on July 13, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Steam, and will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass. The game features a unique time-freezing mechanic allowing players to plan their moves mid-combat and offers optimized play for handheld devices like the ASUS ROG Ally.
Xbox Partner Preview 2026: Everything Revealed!The Xbox Partner Preview 2026 showcased a variety of upcoming games from third-party developers for Xbox consoles and PC. Highlights included new looks at Stranger Than Heaven, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, and The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, alongside reveals for titles like Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish and Serious Sam: Shatterverse. Many featured games are Xbox Play Anywhere compatible.
Let's Recap The Xbox Partner Preview For March 2026 | Console CreaturesThe Xbox Partner Preview for March 2026 showcased numerous third-party titles coming to Xbox platforms. Highlights included new trailers and release window updates for games like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, and Hades 2, with many titles confirmed for Xbox Game Pass.
Xbox Partner Preview March 2026 - All the News and RevealsThe Xbox Partner Preview showcase featured over 30 minutes of content from third-party developers, revealing new trailers and release windows for numerous upcoming games. Highlights included Hunter: The Reckoning - Deathwish, Wuthering Waves, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, Grave Seasons, Serious Sam: Shatterverse, Stranger Than Heaven, Super Meat Boy 3D, Forever Ago, Ascend to Zero, Dispatch, Alien Deathstorm, Frog Sqwad, Bluey's Happy Snaps, Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl expansion, Moosa: Dirty Fate, The Eternal Life of Goldman, Vaunted, Hades 2, and Artificial Detective.- 2026 video game release date calendarThis article provides a comprehensive calendar of video game releases scheduled for 2026, including specific dates for titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 in November and early year releases such as Resident Evil Requiem. It details monthly releases across various platforms and lists notable titles with TBD release dates, promising to be updated as new information becomes available.
- Ascend to ZERO launches July 13 for Xbox Series, PCThe time-control roguelike action game Ascend to ZERO is set to launch on July 13 for Xbox Series and PC. The game features roguelike mechanics combined with time-manipulation abilities.
Xbox Partner Preview March 2026: All The Big AnnouncementsThe Xbox Partner Preview showcase revealed new titles and updates from third-party developers. Announcements included Hunter: The Reckoning - Deathwish, Wuthering Waves, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, Grave Seasons, Serious Sam: Shatterverse, Stranger Than Heaven, Super Meat Boy 3D, Forever Ago, Ascend to Zero, and Dispatch. Many of these titles will be available on Xbox Game Pass and as Xbox Play Anywhere titles.- Action Roguelike 'Ascend to ZERO' Launches Time-Limited Demo with Substantial RevisionsFlyway Games has released a significantly revised demo for its action roguelike Ascend to ZERO on Steam, available for a limited 10-day period. This updated demo incorporates extensive player feedback, reworking combat, progression, narrative, and quality-of-life features, and includes new character art, voice acting, and language support.