[9.9.7 “Horizon”] – January 30, 2026
Big Picture Enhancements & Core Improvements
This update brings major improvements across Ascendara Core, Big Picture mode, and overall platform functionality. Big Picture now features enhanced controller and keyboard support, improved game management, and fully functional download handling.
➕ Additions
Ascendara Core
- Quick access option to enter Big Picture mode
- Controller binds in the Ascendara prompt when launching Big Picture
- Fetch additional image assets from SteamGridDB
(by Gab4545) - Display latest changes after automatic updates
- Request post links during onboarding for supported sources
Big Picture
- Keyboard layout and bind hints
- Full download management functionality
- Torbox download handling and logic
- Complete game management system
🛠 Improvements
Ascendara Core
- Improved word matching for disallowed and profanity filters
- Higher quality images in the gameplay screen
Big Picture
- Improved visuals for installed games
Payment Processing
- Retry checkout logic after successful attempts
🐛 Bug Fixes
Big Picture
- Exit fullscreen properly when leaving Big Picture
- Fully close the app on exit
(by Gab4545)