Ascendancy is a fantasy board game that offers a 4x experience, blending elements of worker placement and strategy. Players lead various houses in a quest for the throne, engaging in hero's journeys or scenarios spanning generations. The objective is to build an empire, control territories, manipulate the economy, and succeed on the battlefield. The game boasts diverse victory paths, with decisions playing a pivotal role. It incorporates innovative mechanics like social class-based action programming, progression, and upgrades. The game draws inspiration from classic titles like Heroes of Might & Magic III, Civilization, Magic The Gathering, and Game of Thrones, and emphasizes deep decision-making points and strategic elements.