BrokenLore: Ascend is the new chapter in the psychological horror saga BrokenLore, developed and published by Serafini Productions. The title is currently scheduled for release in 2026 and will arrive on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
With Ascend, the series raises the bar and shifts perspective: horror is no longer confined to enclosed spaces, but climbs toward the sky, turning verticality into a new source of anxiety and tension.
A climb that turns into a nightmare
In BrokenLore: Ascend, developed and published by Serafini Productions, players control Ren and Yui.They are Japanese rooftop climbers who chase fame and constantly push their limits.They attempt an illegal nighttime ascent of the Elysium Tower, Japan’s tallest skyscraper.Their search for views and notoriety quickly turns into a psychological nightmare.Reality fractures more with every step they take.
A narrative universe that keeps expanding
Ascend fits within the BrokenLore universe and defines its identity through psychological horror and symbolism. This chapter expands the narrative world and explores obsession with success, fear of obscurity, and loss of identity.
Verticality, folklore, and constant tension
The gameplay combines vertical climbing, first-person exploration, and stealth to shape the narrative through height and emptiness. The Rokurokubi, from Japanese folklore, embodies the protagonists’ inner fears through its disturbing presence.
BrokenLore: Ascend avoids relying on jump scares. Instead, it builds constant tension through isolation, vertigo, and an ever-present sense of danger.
Conclusion
With BrokenLore: Ascend, the saga appears ready to take an ambitious leap, bringing psychological horror into a vertical dimension that is as fascinating as it is oppressive.
Add BrokenLore: Ascend to your Steam wishlist now to stay updated on news, trailers, and the official release date. If you love psychological horror, this is a title worth keeping an eye on.
