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Indian-Inspired Card Battler Ascends with Million Players

by Hunter Feb 25,2025

Kurukshetra: Ascension, a captivating card battler rooted in Indian mythology, has surged past one million players since its 2023 release! Discover the excitement on Google Play and the iOS App Store.

This Indian-developed game showcases the nation's burgeoning game development scene. Drawing inspiration from the epic scale of Indian mythology (similar to Asura's Wrath), Kurukshetra: Ascension offers engaging multiplayer PvP battles and a compelling single-player campaign featuring demons, warriors, and mythical beasts. Its global reach is a testament to its appeal.

While perhaps less familiar in the West than Greek or Norse mythology, the rich tapestry of ancient Indian epics provides a fertile ground for captivating gameplay. Kurukshetra: Ascension isn't static; Season Eleven, "Journey to the Himalayas," introduces Himavat, a new playable hero, along with fresh weapons and more!

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A Celebration of Culture

The strong emphasis on Indian culture in many locally-developed games, including Kurukshetra: Ascension and titles like Indus, is noteworthy. This mirrors the successful integration of cultural events, such as Lunar New Year celebrations, in Chinese-developed games, highlighting the power of gaming to promote and share cultural heritage.

With over fourteen million matches played across all game modes and millions of hours spent in PvP, Kurukshetra: Ascension has clearly resonated with players.

Looking for more card battling action? Explore our curated lists of the top 15 best card battlers and top 10 best card games for iOS!

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