Flyaway Games announced that famous Japanese voice actress Akari Kito is joining the cast of Go to ZEROwith a voiceover update now available as part of the game’s ongoing Steam Next Fest activities. Kito brings voiced dialogue to several of the game’s characters, including Chrono Child and Frost Moon Hacker, a drone-wielding warrior who debuted during the Steam Next Fest demo earlier this week. Beyond these two, Kito also lends his voice to four additional characters, each representing an alternate future version of the protagonist raised in a different timeline. It’s a casting choice that should turn heads, considering Kito’s profile in the anime and gaming industry.
Go to ZERO is a time-based action roguelike in which players use time-freezing mechanics to destroy enemies and repel a world-ending threat. The combat system allows you to dodge, evade, and strike while time is stopped, allowing for dynamic, tactical action in every moment. Between games, players can develop their characters by leveling up and acquiring powerful gear, and the game’s roster of diverse characters each have their own unique skills and playstyles. The alternate chronological framing of these characters also fuels the game’s layered narrative atmosphere, which the new voice performances are clearly designed to deepen.
Alongside the voiceover update, Flyaway Games has also expanded a special in-game event tied to Steam Next Fest. Players who download and play the demo can unlock an exclusive color palette that will carry over into the full game at launch. This is a nice incentive for anyone hesitant to try the demo, and the event window has now been extended to give more players the chance to grab it.
The demo itself, which went live earlier this week, also includes what Flyaway Games is calling the Stage 2 update. This introduces a whole new zone set on a machine-ravaged post-human Earth, bringing alongside it new monster attack patterns and stage gadgets. For players who have already worked through the previous demo content, there is now much more to explore before the full game arrives.
No final release date has been confirmed for Go to ZERO at the time of writing, but the game is currently available to wishlist on Steam. You can check out the latest trailer, which features Kito’s voice work, on the official Steam page, and download the free demo to try the game for yourself right now.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rise to ZERO?
Ascend to ZERO is a time-based action roguelike game developed by Flyaway Games. Players use time-blocking mechanics to defeat enemies, develop their characters over multiple races, and choose from a roster of diverse characters with unique skills.
Who voices the characters in Ascend to ZERO?
Famous Japanese voice actress Akari Kito joined the cast, playing characters including Chrono Child, Frost Moon Hacker, and four alternate timeline versions of the protagonist.
Is there an Ascend to ZERO demo available?
Yes, a free demo is available on Steam as part of Steam Next Fest. It includes a Tier 2 update introducing a new area set on a post-human Earth, as well as new enemy models and stage gadgets.
Can I unlock anything in the Ascend to ZERO demo?
Yes, playing the Steam Next Fest demo allows you to unlock an exclusive color palette that will be usable when launching the full game.
On which platforms is Ascend to ZERO available?
Ascend to ZERO is currently available as a demo on Steam for PC. A full release date has not yet been confirmed.
