The WhatsNext verdict
Savant: Ascent is a superb bite-sized arcade shooter built around tight dodging, relentless rhythm, striking pixel art, and an exceptional soundtrack. Play it if you want concentrated skill practice and replayable intensity, not a lengthy adventure.
What it does best
The dubstep soundtrack is inseparable from the action
Tight shooting and evasive movement make every encounter feel deliberate
A compact arcade rush that keeps escalating
Distinctive pixel art gives the tiny game a vivid identity
What might put you off
Very short campaign
Confined movement and arcade repetition
The setup
What you are walking into
A malicious orb has cast Savant out of his tower and transformed his surroundings into dangerous enemies! Dodge and shoot your way back up the tower, and blast down waves of enemies as you make your way towards the top! As you progress, you unlock CDs that not only give you new tracks to play to, but also grant you powerful new abilities! You play as the powerful Alchemist, a mechanical wizard who tries to possess the power of the mysterious orb. He's able to shoot vollyes of magic missiles, aswell as being nimble enough to dodge and jump out of harms way. Unlock 6 unique soundtracks from musical artist Savant each with unique powers to help you ascend the Alchemist's tower, or reach new highscores in Time Attack or Endless Mode. There are also secret powers to unlock, and several achievements to challenge the most experienced of players. Can you make it to the top?
Where it lives
Genre
Vibe
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