I want to like this game. I think combining RPG mechanics with a twin stick shooter works fairly well and I really like how the combat feels (you're constantly moving and ducking in and out of cover). This game reminds me of Fallout 1 and 2 in a good way and this structure seems like a good way to make that style of isometric sci-fi rpg more approachable for modern audiences. However, the game has significant performance issues, you have to do a lot of unnecessary backtracking, and the story didn't really grab my attention.

I think I would really like The Ascent 2, if they ever decide to make a sequel.