Ascendara (asend-era)

Ascendara is a user-friendly game discovery and download management application created by tago. It organizes game links from trusted sources through a custom-developed public API, connecting to a database of verified game testing links. The application serves as both a game discovery tool and a download manager, allowing users to try games before purchasing.

The project, which began about 10 months ago, remains actively maintained with regular updates and improvements. Recently, it underwent a complete UI overhaul to provide a more modern and user-friendly experience. You can find Ascendara at ascendara.app, where everything from the website to the application's source code is openly available and developed with dedication by tago.

Game files are never stored on Ascendara's servers. Ascendara operates as a game testing intermediary application, focusing on providing users with the ability to evaluate games before purchase. Games are downloaded from providers like MegaDB, GoFile, buzzheavier, and others. Read the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Notice here to learn more and understand how to make a claim of copyright infringement.

Safety and Privacy First#

Ascendara is built with user safety and privacy as core foundations. The application implements a robust trust system for game verification, while never storing any game files on its servers - only managing verified testing links. This approach ensures both content integrity and user privacy, operating with minimal data collection and maximum transparency.

Public API Infrastructure#

Ascendara's infrastructure is powered by a public API that primarily manages game testing listings and version information. This open approach allows developers to integrate with Ascendara's game testing database while maintaining a lightweight and efficient system. The API is publicly accessible, with documentation available here, excluding only essential security features like app reporting.

Game Management#

• Custom Game Integration: Add and manage your own games with custom executable paths
• Game Directory Control: Flexible game installation directory management
• Desktop Shortcuts: Create shortcuts for quick game access
• Smart Executable Handling: Change game executables when needed for compatibility
• Game Version Control: Track and manage different game versions

Download System#

• Browser Extension: Streamlined download process with Ascendara's Download Handler
• Download Directory Management: Choose and organize your game storage location
• Automatic Image Handling: Game cover images are automatically managed
• Game Information Tracking: Keeps track of game status, version, and DLC information

User Experience#

• Discord Integration: Rich presence showing your current gaming activity
• Auto-Updates: Built-in update system for Ascendara
• Error Recovery: Crash reporting and automatic recovery systems
• Custom Settings: Personalized configuration options
• Multi-Browser Support: Works with both Chrome-based browsers and Firefox

Game Library Features#

• Game Status Badges: Clear indicators for online features and DLC availability
• Library Organization: Manage both downloaded and custom-added games
• Game Verification: Community-driven trust system for game reliability
• Quick Access: Fast game launching and management tools

Quick Setup#

1. Download from ascendara.app
2. Install the application
3. Install recommended dependencies
4. Start discovering games

For Best Experience#

• Install the Chrome extension
• Configure your download directory
• Review the usage guide
• Join the Ascendara Discord community

• Active Discord community
• Regular updates and improvements
• Open-source development
• Responsive support team