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Ashen

Ashen

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Release Date: December 7, 2018

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An original role-playing game, in which you traverse a grim, sunless world, where the only source of light are the erupting volcanoes, spitting out ash. The production features a nonlinear plot and an open world, both of which can be shaped freely by your actions. Thanks to a ive multiplayer system, each NPC is based on a character created by another player and has their own distinct characteristics and aspirations.

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Ashen is an open-world nonlinear action role-playing game. It was developed by an indie Aurora44 studio from New Zealand founded by experienced of film-making teams. The founders met while working on such movies as The Hobbit, The Avengers, Iron Man 2, Prometheus and The Planet of the Apes.

Plot

The game is set in a grim, sunless world, where the only source of light are the erupting volcanoes, incessantly spitting out ash. Ashen tells the story of a young wanderer, who traverses this gray world to find a place they could call home. Since all items are sooner or later destroyed by volcanic eruptions, the game focuses on interpersonal relationships with other survivors, represented by other players.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows December 7, 2018

PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 December 9, 2019

Xbox One

Xbox One December 7, 2018

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch December 9, 2019

Developer: Aurora44/A44

Publisher: Annapurna Interactive

Features

News

First Epic Games Store Exclusives Reach Steam

First exclusivity deals on Epic Games Store are coming to an end. Yesterday the RPG Ashen debuted on Steam and today Hello Neighbor: Hide and Seek and Hades: Battle out of Hell will be released.

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Adrian Werner

December 10, 2019

First Epic Games Store Exclusives Reach Steam

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Ashen Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i3-4150 3.5 GHz / AMD FX-4170 4.2 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 760 / Radeon R7 270X or better, 15 GB HDD, Windows 7 64-bit.

Recommanded System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-4690 3.5 GHz / AMD FX-6300 3.5 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 970 / Radeon R9 290X or better, 15 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Ashen Video Game.

68%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mixed (3,031)

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The main pros of the game

  • Atmosphere and Aesthetics: Many s praised the game's atmosphere, art style, and music, describing them as beautiful and immersive.
  • Exploration: Players enjoyed the exploration aspect, noting the varied environments and the sense of wonder when discovering new areas.
  • Unique Mechanics: The game features a unique approach to character progression, focusing on gear upgrades rather than traditional leveling systems, which some found refreshing.
  • Charming World: Some reviews highlighted the charm of the world and its storytelling, despite its simplicity.
  • Co-op Elements: The inclusion of AI companions and co-op gameplay was appreciated by some s, who felt it added to the experience.

The main cons of the game

  • Combat Issues: A significant number of reviews criticized the combat mechanics, describing them as clunky, slow, and poorly balanced, with many enemies being too difficult or unresponsive.
  • Limited Weapon Variety: s noted a lack of weapon diversity, with many weapons sharing similar movesets, leading to repetitive gameplay.
  • AI Companions: The AI companions often performed poorly, dying frequently and failing to assist effectively during combat.
  • Inventory Management: Many players expressed frustration with limited inventory space and the need to discard items, which detracted from the exploration experience.
  • Technical Issues: Some s reported crashes and bugs, particularly in co-op mode, which hindered their gameplay experience.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

  • Improved Combat Mechanics: Many players felt that the combat needed more depth and responsiveness, including better staggering mechanics and more varied enemy attack patterns.
  • Fast Travel Options: Some s pointed out a lack of fast travel, making backtracking tedious and frustrating after dying.
  • Better Co-op Functionality: Reviews indicated that the co-op system was poorly implemented, with issues in matchmaking and character visibility, leading to confusion during gameplay.
  • More Rewarding Loot System: Players desired a more varied loot system that would encourage exploration and provide meaningful rewards beyond just a few items.
  • Enhanced Storytelling and Lore: While some appreciated the atmosphere, others felt the lore was underdeveloped and difficult to follow, suggesting a need for clearer storytelling.

Summary

  • Overall, while "Ashen" has its strengths in atmosphere and exploration, it suffers from significant gameplay and technical issues that detract from the overall experience.

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