I'm Getting My Hopes Up for The Ascent 2 After the Developer Told Me It Had Big Franchise Plans
The Ascent 2 is a game I’ve hoped developer Neon Giant would make ever since I finished the wonderful The Ascent back in 2021 — and after speaking to the studio at gamescom, I’m convinced it’s now in the works.
After speaking to Neon Giant at gamescom, the reporter is confident that the studio is now in the process of developing The Ascent 2. The developer, known for its success with The Ascent, which boasted over 12 million players, has confirmed plans to expand it into a franchise. Creative director Arcade Berg expressed their desire to explore new creative avenues after completing the first game, stating that they weren't ready to continue with more Ascent content at that time.
However, the addition of Krafton's backing and support has allowed the studio to develop a franchise plan, enabling them to move The Ascent from a singular game to a franchise. The studio plans to release more news as they finalize their strategy, as it is a long-term plan. Neon Giant's previous twin-stick action RPG received praise for its satisfying gun-tastic gameplay, stunning cyberpunk aesthetic, and immersive gameplay loop.
The upcoming November 2026 update from Krafton is expected to provide a smoother and more dependable experience for both solo and co-op players. The franchise's future is uncertain, with speculation surrounding potential genre expansions beyond the twin-stick action RPG format. Neon Giant's understated development team of just 12 members initially, which expanded to 24 for No Law, remains a small operation, but the studio may consider adding more staff as they progress with The Ascent.
No Law, a first-person Cyberpunk-style game with immersive sim elements, is set to release in 2027 across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S.
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