Wretch: Divine Ascent is an upcoming 1v1 tactical auto battler set in a dark medieval world. Developed with Unreal Engine, the game combines strategic backpack management, roguelike mechanics, and a distinctive art style inspired by Backpack Battles. Players can try the demo now and look forward to its full release on PC.
Gameplay and Visuals
Players engage in 1v1 battles, utilizing a unique backpack management system. You can purchase and arrange items, equipment, and moves in your backpack to create powerful attack combos. Fusing items allows for unique creations, and careful planning is essential as some moves can counter each other. The game features a gritty medieval aesthetic, with bold, fiery title art and a character design reminiscent of a plague doctor.
- Strategic item and move arrangement in your backpack
- Over 100 different items, equipment, and moves in the demo
- Ten consecutive battles per game session, with leaderboard progression
- Distinct dark medieval visual style
Main Characters and Setting
Wretch: Divine Ascent allows players to choose from multiple character types, including the Knight, Ronin, and Assassin in the demo version. Each character offers unique strategies and visual styles. The setting is steeped in a dark medieval theme, with character designs such as a figure in a top hat and bird-like mask, reinforcing the game’s grim atmosphere.
- Playable characters: Knight, Ronin, Assassin (demo)
- Distinct strategic abilities and visual traits for each character
Confirmed Features
- 1v1 tactical auto battler gameplay
- Strategic backpack management and item fusion
- Multiple character choices with unique playstyles
- Ten-trial combat sessions with global leaderboard tracking
- Demo available with over 100 items and moves
Release Info
Wretch: Divine Ascent is in development for PC and is planned for release in October 2025. A playable demo is currently available on Steam, featuring three characters and a wide range of equipment and moves.
With its blend of tactical combat and deep customization, Wretch: Divine Ascent offers a fresh take on the auto battler genre. The dark medieval aesthetic and unique backpack mechanics set it apart for strategy fans to explore in the demo.
