Chained Together, developed by Anegar Games, is a high-stakes 3D platformer that has redefined cooperative play by throwing players into the depths of an expansive underworld, tethered together by a heavy, physics-reactive chain. To escape, the group must synchronize their movements and manage their collective momentum to navigate increasingly treacherous vertical environments. This shared fate mechanic transforms standard parkour into a complex social experiment where a single misstep can pull the entire team back into the abyss.

Mastering momentum and chain tension

The gameplay is defined by its sophisticated physics engine, which meticulously calculates weight transfer and swing speed between tethered teammates. Players must use the chain as a tool, swinging across wide gaps or acting as a physical anchor for a falling partner, rather than treating it as a simple hindrance. For those seeking varied challenges, Chained Together offers several difficulty tiers, including a punishing Lava Mode where rising magma forces a rapid, error-free ascent. Success requires more than just individual skill, since it demands constant communication and a shared rhythm to survive the game’s more technical platforming sections. However, the physics-based movement has a steep learning curve that can be punishing for new players, and the high-stakes nature of the chain mechanic can lead to frustration among uncoordinated groups.

Navigating solo paths and squad strategies

While designed as a social experience, Chained Together includes a dedicated Solo Mode for players who wish to master the map’s geometry without the added weight of companions. In this mode, the chain is removed, allowing for a pure test of parkour precision and timing. However, the game truly shines in its multiplayer configuration, supporting both local and online play for squads of two to four people. Players can also hunt for Wings, which are hidden power-ups that grant a temporary ability to recover from a fall, providing a small safety net during the most daunting stretches of the vertical climb.

Cooperative group success in the underworld

Chained Together is a tension-driven cooperative game that features a unique movement system where player momentum is physically shared and transmitted. The game supports solo play and cooperative squads of up to four people though local or online connections, and includes different difficulty modes to accommodate different skill levels.