FanBolt.com writes: "So Ascend: New Gods was one of the things that came out of nowhere at Microsoft's E3 press event, and didn't make much of an impact. That's a shame, because Ascend is really a game that should be on more people’s radars. I had some hands-on time with this title, and I came away impressed at the potential of this title."
GR said, "Remember Ascend: New Gods? Not too many people do. Signal Studios, or better known as those who brought you the Toy Soldiers franchise on Xbox Live, introduced the action title to the world during Microsoft’s 2012 E3 press conference. The game has been slated for a 2013 launch date, but little has been seen of the title, which will allow players to “wage war for your God as a brutal Caos warrior on a unique journey to Ascension,” since last year. However, a new trademark filed by the Xbox maker may be a sign that the game has taken on a new moniker."
They've also dropped the trademark for Ascend: New Gods, seemingly. Could be just the new title.
If its a great game, its a great game. A turd name doesnt stain a great game, right?
I wonder if this is one of the titles where the rumors of "MS games being six months behind" comes from?
Whatever it does I hope they keep the gameplay of "multiplayer-focused, turn-based strategy game". Games nowadays could use more of a variety and I have always been a fan of turn based games.
MTB: While at PAX East this year I had a chance to get my hands on Ascend: New Gods. I had seen the trailer, but other than that didn’t know what to expect. I am happy to report that I was pleasantly surprised by what the game has to offer.
Paste: "Yes, it’s free-to-play, but don’t sleep on Ascend: New Gods. The latest effort from Signal Studios, the developer responsible for the excellent Toy Soldiers games, is an interesting experiment in both design and business models."
Sounds refreshing though I don't have a windows phone lol. Anyway, even if it isn't perfect, it could set the stage for more interesting and unique ways to experience online. I am playing dragons dogma and I love their pawn system. I love creating a pawn knowing others will b taking them out on their journey. I often rest at the inn to c if my pawn has been out fighting for someone else. I don't even care what they bring home (though its nice to get rewards). I just love knowing someone liked my pawn and chose her to assist. I spent awhile trying to create a pawn someone would love to hang with. So, ascend is looking good. Hopefully it releases at a time in which I have time to play it.
Hopefully this is the game of XBL. Dethrone MineCraft? Naww but its still gonna be a great game none the less.