Map Overview
Ascent is a mid-control map set in Venice, Italy. The map features two bomb sites (A and B) connected by a central mid area that is crucial for map control.
The attacking team must secure mid to rotate quickly between sites. Defenders should hold mid early to prevent attackers from gaining map control.
π‘οΈ A Site Guide
Attack Routes
There are 3 main attack routes for A site:
- A Main: Direct route from attacker spawn, requires smoke coverage
- A Short: Faster route but easily held by defenders
- Mid β A Link: Flank route after securing mid control
Defense Positions
Key defender positions for holding A site:
- A Main door: Hold with Operator or Vandal for early picks
- A Heaven: Premium position to watch Main and Short
- A Link: Watch the flank after mid is lost
- Back site: Retake position with shotgun or SMG
π‘οΈ B Site Guide
Attack Routes
B site has 2 main attack routes:
- B Main: Wide entrance, requires utility to entry
- B Market: Flank route through the market area
- Mid β B Link: After securing mid, rotate quickly to B
Defense Positions
Key defender positions for holding B site:
- B Main door: Hold angle with rifle
- B Heaven (B Tower): High ground advantage
- B Link: Watch for mid-to-B rotations
- Site box: Retake position with close-range weapons
π¨ Essential Smoke Positions
A Main Smoke
Block defender vision from A Main door. Essential for every A site execute.
A Heaven Smoke
Deny defenders holding Heaven. Allows safe entrance to A site.
Mid Smoke
Block mid control to prevent defender rotations between sites.
B Main Smoke
Essential for B site executes. Block defender vision from B Main.
π‘ Pro Strategy Tips
Mid Control is Everything
The team that controls mid controls the map. Always try to gain mid control early in the round. Use smokes to block defender vision and push mid aggressively.
Rotate Quickly
Ascent has excellent rotation paths. After securing a site, defenders can rotate to the other site within 5-8 seconds. Attackers must apply map pressure to prevent this.
Use Utility Wisely
Save at least one smoke for the execute. On defense, save your best abilities (like Brimstone ult or Killjoy setup) for retake situations.