Ascent
Ascent automatically records gameplay highlights on Windows for games including League of Legends, Valorant, and CS2.
About Ascent
Ascent is a free recorder for Windows 10 and 11 that automatically records PC games. It recognizes hundreds of titles, including League of Legends, Valorant and Counter-Strike 2, records each match separately, and lets users add games not on the list.
It includes tools to clip, review and share recordings, with match stats and timelines for supported games, and AV1 recording.
Key features
- Automatically starts recording when a recognized PC game launches
- Records each match as a separate recording
- Allows manually adding games not on the supported list
- Provides tools to clip, review and share gameplay
- Displays match stats and timelines for League of Legends, Valorant, CS2
- Supports AV1 recording
Best for: Windows 10 and 11 players who want automatic recording of matches in games such as League of Legends, Valorant and CS2.
Good for
- Free for Windows 10 and 11
- Supports hundreds of PC games and allows adding others manually
- Combines automatic match recording with clipping, review and sharing
Watch out for
- Available only for Windows 10 and 11
Ascent at a glance
- Website
- tryascent.gg
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Free
- Platforms
- Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Ascent FAQ
Which operating systems does Ascent support?
Windows 10 and 11.
Which games can it record?
Hundreds of PC games, including League of Legends, Valorant and Counter-Strike 2. Games not on the list can be added manually.
Does recording start automatically?
Yes. Recording starts when a game launches, with each match recorded separately.
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