_ The Ascent _ is a game that should be sponsored by high blood pressure medication . Every little thing about this game is strained, even walking through an area I recognize is secure offers me stress and anxiety. This is an unsafe, difficult world that my Indent-- in-game lingo for "indentured slave"-- has found himself in, and also leading him through it is a demanding experience. That stated, the game is a heap of enjoyable, letting me blast with crowds of opponents as I proceed via a tale of political intrigue and also company squabbling. It's rough around the edges-- which somehow suits the general setup-- but _ The Ascent _ is a dang great romp for the 15 hrs I invested therein. First I have to speak about Veles, the globe of _ The Ascent _ that is lovely in its dinginess. Trash-ridden roads are dotted with light, breathtaking views of the city stretch over the horizon in a blend of dull greys and intense neon. The game does a great task of leading me through it ...