Greetings, fellow cultivators!
We are the development team behind Stack to Ascension, a sect management game set in the world of cultivation. After multiple rounds of polishing and incorporating feedback, we are thrilled to announce that Stack to Ascension will be released on Steam on April 23 PT, 2026. Get 10% off during the launch period!
Wondering how the full version compares to the demo? Take a look:
Cultivation Stages: From Condensing and Foundation, all the way to Golden Core, NascSoul, and finally DevaStep—the ceiling has been shattered.
Techniques: Over 240 techniques and divine abilities, allowing you to craft a unique inheritance with different Roots and Entrys.
Elixirs: More than 150 recipes to discover, from the Foundation Pill to the Life-Extension Pill. Unlock them with your own hands
Artifacts and Equipment: Over 200 artifacts and equipment pieces to outfit your disciples and build your sect's foundation.
Random Events: Over 70 sect events and encounters, where every choice can alter your sect's fortune.
Sects and Factions: More than 20 sects scattered across the land—decide who to befriend and who to oppose.
Here are the four key highlights of the full version:
More Complete Cultivation Stages
The demo only included the two initial stages—Condensing and Foundation—leaving many players wanting more. We heard you. The full version fully incorporates the GoldenCore, NascSoul, and DevaStep stages! As your disciples advance, they will unlock new Techniques, and your sect will face increasingly challenging heavenly tribulations. Overcoming these tribulations requires careful preparation with Techniques and equipment; failure may shorten one's Lifespan, but success will elevate your sect's strength to new heights. For those seeking immortality, the path is now open.
Deeper Formation Mechanics
Grid Spirit concentration determines cultivation efficiency, and mastering it begins with formations. The full version introduces a multi-layered formation stacking mechanic, giving you true control over the spiritual veins of your land! By layering "Earth Spirit Formations," you can dictate the spiritual energy flow across your entire mountain. Additionally, formations for gathering energy, automated patrols, and healing offer a combination that greatly enhances both your sect's defenses and your disciples' training.
A More Diverse Puppet System
Puppets are an indispensable asset to any sect! Beyond the utility puppets already seen in the demo, the full version introduces a wider array of puppet types. Combat puppets grow stronger with higher ranks, becoming reliable allies on the battlefield. Corpsepuppets are refined from the remains of fallen sect members or defeated cultivators—they lack intelligence but are utterly loyal. All puppets require spirit crystals to operate, so we've designed the "War Puppet Pouch," allowing you to store idle combat puppets in a dormant state to stop consumption, then summon them instantly when battle begins. Truly, raise your puppets for a thousand days to use them for a single hour.
More Perilous Heavenly Calamities
The full version introduces more advanced Beast Tide events! Beasts will no longer appear as scattered enemies but will organize into large-scale, strategic assaults. You'll need to utilize your sect formations, coordinate your disciples, and deploy your puppets to defend against them. Behind each beast tide may lie deeper opportunities—perhaps remnants of an ancient beast, a lost high-level Technique—waiting for those bold enough to seize them.
And here's a little surprise:
The full version adds a "Card Skin" feature—players can replace character card images with their own preferred visuals. Whether it's a favorite anime character, a beloved intellectual property, or any other creative design, you can import them into the game and make these characters your own. From now on, your sect and disciples are truly defined by you!
Finally, don't forget to add Stack to Ascension to your wishlist. We'll see you in the world of cultivation on April 23 PT. Once again, thank you to every cultivator supporting Stack to Ascension. We hope you enjoy the game!