Ron Gilbert's New Roguelike Adventure: Ascending Purgatory with a Twist

Ron Gilbert, recognized for his classic LucasArts adventures like Maniac Mansion and Monkey Island as well as his more recent work on Thimbleweed Park, is taking a bold new direction. In a departure from his familiar point-and-click style, his upcoming project ventures into the roguelike genre while keeping his signature humor and distinctive personality.

The game, developed by his studio Terrible Toybox and published by MicroProse, unfolds in a mysterious state resembling purgatory. Players are invited to control at least five unique characters, each tasked with the challenge of advancing upward as a relentless entity pursues them with every upward scroll. True to the roguelike tradition, useful bonuses and abilities "are accessible exclusively during each designated period" run, making every playthrough a fresh test of skill and resilience.

• Developed by Terrible Toybox under Ron Gilbert
• Published by MicroProse
• Setting: A realm akin to purgatory
• Features at least five playable characters
• Mechanic involves a continuous upward scroll with an ever-pursuing threat
• Available on PC with a Steam wishlist option

This innovative title, which reimagines the roguelike experience, invites players to strategize and survive as the environment itself becomes a formidable adversary. Although no release date has been announced yet, interested gamers can secure their anticipation by adding it to their wishlist on Steam.