Game Testing Made Effortless
Skip complicated setups and enjoy your games in just a few clicks. With Ascendara, managing and playing your game library is easier than ever.
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Download & Test in Thirty Seconds
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Stands Out From the Crowd
Look at these couple features and see why Ascendara is the best gaming launcher for you.
Never pay a dime
No feature paywalls, or subscription fees anywhere.
No Account Required
Use all features without ever needing to create or sign into an account.
Open Source
Transparent, community-driven development with accessible source code.
One-click Installation
Quick and easy installation of app for users.
Modern User-friendly Interface
Sleek, intuitive design for enhanced user experience.
Easy Guided Setup
Step-by-step assistance for a smooth setup experience.
Supports 105 Languages
Extensive language options for a global user base.
Customizable Appearance
Personalize the launcher's look and feel to your preferences.
Standalone Game Launcher
Download & Launch more than 3000 games directly from Ascendara.
Game Library Management
Organized and easy to use game library.
Unified Game Library
Add already installed games from Steam, Epic, and anywhere else.
Filtering and Sorting
Advanced filtering options for searching games.
Game Ratings
View and rate games after playing them.
Achievements
View and manage your achievements.
Backups and Restorations
Backup and restore any game with no cost.
Playtime Tracking
Monitor your game playtime easily in the app.
Never pay a dime
No feature paywalls, or subscription fees anywhere.
No Account Required
Use all features without ever needing to create or sign into an account.
Open Source
Transparent, community-driven development with accessible source code.
One-click Installation
Quick and easy installation of app for users.
Modern User-friendly Interface
Sleek, intuitive design for enhanced user experience.
Easy Guided Setup
Step-by-step assistance for a smooth setup experience.
Supports 105 Languages
Extensive language options for a global user base.
Customizable Appearance
Personalize the launcher's look and feel to your preferences.
Standalone Game Launcher
Download & Launch more than 3000 games directly from Ascendara.
Game Library Management
Organized and easy to use game library.
Unified Game Library
Add already installed games from Steam, Epic, and anywhere else.
Filtering and Sorting
Advanced filtering options for searching games.
Game Ratings
View and rate games after playing them.
Achievements
View and manage your achievements.
Backups and Restorations
Backup and restore any game with no cost.
Playtime Tracking
Monitor your game playtime easily in the app.
Seamless Downloads
Games with Seamless Downloads will download in 2 clicks.
No Extraction Required
Play games immediately without needing manual extraction.
File Verification
Automatic verification after downloads and on-demand file integrity checks.
Download Manager
Efficient management of game downloads with thread management.
Debrid Support
Torbox integrated in the download manager if you provide a key.
Integrated Torrent Client
Built-in torrent functionality for seamless game downloads with qBittorrent.
Browser Integration
Send game downloads directly to the launcher from your browser.
DLC Content
Most games come with downloadable content already (DLC).
Online-Fix Included
Games come with online-fixes already installed.
Steam Workshop Downloader
Easily download and manage Steam Workshop content.
Timemachine
Download previous versions of games with just a few clicks.
Game Soundtracks
Easily playback and download any games soundtracks.
Automatic Launcher Updates
Keep the launcher and games up-to-date without manual intervention.
Game Dependency Setup
Automatically download and manage game runtime dependencies.
Discord Rich Presence
Real-time game information displayed in your Discord status.
Local Indexing
Take control of your game indexing.
Built with a custom API
Uses a custom developed API for games & information.
IGDB Integration
Access additional metadata for games from IGDB.
Easy Issue Reporting
Report issues within the launcher's user interface.
In-depth Documentation
Comprehensive docs for users or developers.
Game Reports
Report issues with games directly from the launcher's user interface.
Username Management
Easily customize your Goldberg username.
Seamless Downloads
Games with Seamless Downloads will download in 2 clicks.
No Extraction Required
Play games immediately without needing manual extraction.
File Verification
Automatic verification after downloads and on-demand file integrity checks.
Download Manager
Efficient management of game downloads with thread management.
Debrid Support
Torbox integrated in the download manager if you provide a key.
Integrated Torrent Client
Built-in torrent functionality for seamless game downloads with qBittorrent.
Browser Integration
Send game downloads directly to the launcher from your browser.
DLC Content
Most games come with downloadable content already (DLC).
Online-Fix Included
Games come with online-fixes already installed.
Steam Workshop Downloader
Easily download and manage Steam Workshop content.
Timemachine
Download previous versions of games with just a few clicks.
Game Soundtracks
Easily playback and download any games soundtracks.
Automatic Launcher Updates
Keep the launcher and games up-to-date without manual intervention.
Game Dependency Setup
Automatically download and manage game runtime dependencies.
Discord Rich Presence
Real-time game information displayed in your Discord status.
Local Indexing
Take control of your game indexing.
Built with a custom API
Uses a custom developed API for games & information.
IGDB Integration
Access additional metadata for games from IGDB.
Easy Issue Reporting
Report issues within the launcher's user interface.
In-depth Documentation
Comprehensive docs for users or developers.
Game Reports
Report issues with games directly from the launcher's user interface.
Username Management
Easily customize your Goldberg username.
More than Three Thousand Games
Dive into a massive library of more than 3,000 games, constantly expanding through community requests and automatic updates. Experience new titles and old favorites, all on Ascendara.
Local Index
Introduced in version 9.2.6
Refresh your game index whenever you choose, no waiting for API updates
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Your Index, Your Control
Take control of your game library with Local Index. Refresh and update your game index on demand without waiting for external API updates.
- Instant index refresh on demand
- No API dependency or waiting
- Real-time progress tracking
Ascendara Timemachine
Introduced in version 7.7.0
Travel back in time to download any version of your favorite games
Your Gaming Time Machine
Access and download previous versions of games with Ascendara's Timemachine feature. Never worry about updates breaking your favorite mods or saves again.
- Access any previous version instantly
- Verified and secure version archives
- Automatic version collection
Ascendara Timemachine
Select a previous version of Elden Ring Deluxe Edition
Theme Customization
Introduced in version 7.0.0
Make Ascendara truly yours with beautiful, customizable themes
Your App, Your Style
Choose from a variety of carefully crafted themes or create your own. Every element is customizable to match your perfect aesthetic.
- Visually stunning
- 12 themes available
- Live theme preview
Choose Your Username
Introduced in version 7.6.3
Easily update your username for Goldberg game cracks
Simple Username Management
Ascendara simplifies the process of updating your username for Goldberg game cracks. No more manual file editing - just type and play.
- One-click username updates
- Automatic config file management
- Works with Goldberg cracks
Made for Everyone
Introduced in version 7.8.1
Breaking language barriers in gaming, one download at a time.
105 Languages Supported
Experience Ascendara in your preferred language. The app supports 105 different languages, making gaming accessible to everyone, everywhere.
- Automatic language detection
- Real-time language switching
- Google translations
Browser Integration
Introduced in version 7.5.0
Seamlessly download games directly from your browser
One Click to Download
Install the custom browser extension and enjoy seamless integration with known game providers. Download and manage games with just one click.
- Automatic game detection
- Secure download handling
- Instant library organization
Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Version 1.130.1.0
Open with Ascendara?
One-click download and management
Lightning Fast Downloads
Introduced in version 9.0.0
Experience blazing fast download speeds with premium Debrid service integration
Downloading Games
Lethal Company
522 MB
Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition
89.1 GB
Download at Maximum Speed
Ascendara uses Torbox to unlock your internet's full potential. No more waiting for downloads.
- Up to 90+ MB/s
- Torbox Integration
- API Key Required. Learn More.
Steam Workshop Downloads
Introduced in version 7.9.7
Download Steam Workshop items directly with just a URL
Workshop Made Simple
Download any Steam Workshop item with just a URL paste. No Steam client required - Ascendara handles everything automatically.
- Instant workshop downloads
- No Steam login needed
- Automatic SteamCMD installation
Download Workshop Items
Paste links to items you'd like to downlad. Ascendara will add them to a
Steam workshop directory automatically. Enable this page in the Settings.
Backup All Your Games
Introduced in version 8.1.2
Protect your progress with automatic game save backups
Game Save Backups
Backup
Folder
Auto-backup on Game Close
Automatically backup save data when game closes
Never Lose Your Progress
Ascendara automatically creates and manages backups of your game saves. Restore to any previous point with just a few clicks.
- Auto backups
- Restore whenever
- No cost
Powered byLocal Index
Ascendara uses a local game index that you control. Refresh whenever you want, no waiting for external APIs or server updates.
Always Up-to-Date
Refresh your local index anytime to get the latest games without waiting for API updates.
Massive Library
Access an extensive collection of more than 3,500 games, all indexed locally on your machine.
No API Dependency
Your game index lives locally, so you're never waiting on external servers or rate limits.
Completely Open Source
Ascendara believes in transparency and community-driven development. Every line of code is open for inspection, contribution, and improvement.
# ascendara/binaries/AscendaraDownloader/src/AscendaraDownloader.pydefstart_download(self, url, destination):"""Start downloading a file from URL"""self.url = urlself.destination = destinationself._update_status("downloading")logging.info(f"Starting download: {url}")self.downloader = SmartDL(url, destination)self.downloader.start(blocking=False)
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You might as well experience all the features for yourself.
Coming to Linux*
Ascendara is expanding to even more platforms in the future.
Join the waitlist to be notified when it's ready.
*Only games that can run on Linux will work on Linux. The image is an example of Ascendara successfully running on macOS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ascendara?
Ascendara is an all-in-one game tester and manager. It provides a simple and intuitive interface to organize, test, and launch your games making game management effortless for everyone.
Do I need an account?
No, you won't ever need an account to use Ascendara. All games can be downloaded, managed, and backed up without creating an account. In fact there isn't even an account system!
What about Fitgirl Repacks?
Fitgirl Repacks are supported on Ascendara with torrenting as experimental features. Fitgirl games do not have categories or weights so they seem a little bit random.
Which platforms does Ascendara support?
Ascendara is only available for Windows 10/11 at the moment, but macOS and Linux are in development and will be released in the future.
Debrid support on Ascendara?
Ascendara is partnered with Torbox and happy to support debrid with Torbox for downloads. You need to bring your own API key to use Torbox services.
Can I add my own games to Ascendara?
Yes, Ascendara allows you to easily add your own games to your library. You can even mass import your Steam library if you choose to.
How private is Ascendara?
Ascendara takes privacy seriously. All information for games and username is stored locally on your computer and analytics are optional.
Need more help?
Visit the documentation section for detailed guides and tutorials, or reach out to the community in the Discord server.