- Steam pricePrice
- $4.99
- Release
- June 19, 2024
- Session GoalsGoals
- Platforms
How co-op works
Up to four players climb locally or online while attached by a fully simulated chain that wraps around platforms. Jumps, falls, and momentum transfer through the group, so everyone must pace movement and use the chain deliberately; a separate 2v2 Race Mode is competitive.
About this game
Chained Together is a physics-driven platformer that locks you and up to three friends together with an unbreakable chain as you climb out of the underworld. Every jump, stumble, and misstep affects the entire group, turning what could be a solo challenge into a test of patience and coordination. It is pure cooperative play with no competitive modes.
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The core loop revolves around precise timing and communication as you navigate vertical gauntlets filled with tricky ledges, swinging hazards, and punishing falls. One player's momentum can yank the whole team sideways, so calling out jumps and coordinating movement becomes essential. The shared struggle and inevitable chaos make every successful ascent feel earned.
Both online co-op and local couch co-op are supported, along with split-screen and single-screen modes depending on your setup. Sessions lean into communication-heavy teamwork, where mishaps turn into laughter and rare victories spark genuine celebration. The chain creates constant tension and hilarious disasters in equal measure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can be chained together at once?
You can play solo or with up to 3 friends, making it a 1-4 player experience. Everyone stays physically chained together throughout the climb, so every movement affects the entire group.
Can we play locally on the same screen or is it online only?
Both work. Chained Together supports online co-op, local couch co-op, split-screen, and single-screen play. You can also use Steam Remote Play Together if you want to stream locally with friends online.
Is there any competitive mode or is it pure cooperation?
It's pure cooperative play with no competitive modes. You're all literally chained together climbing out of Hell as a team-there's no racing against each other, just shared struggle and coordination.
How important is communication in this game?
Communication is essential. Since one player's jump or stumble can yank the whole team off course, you'll need to call out movements and coordinate timing constantly. The physics-based chain makes teamwork and patience critical to avoid dragging everyone back down.