In ChainStaff, players find themselves in a battle against the Star Spores, facing mutated creatures and a pesky alien attached to their head. To combat the horde, players wield the versatile ChainStaff - a weapon offering multiple functions with just one button. From hurling it as a spear to using it as a shield, the ChainStaff provides various strategic options for players to explore.

Traverse surreal landscapes, encountering stranded soldiers along the way. Players must decide whether to rescue comrades or harvest them for upgrades, impacting the game's endings. With avoidable yet gruesome deaths, a diverse array of mutated creatures, and intricate hand-drawn art reminiscent of 70s and 80s album covers, ChainStaff offers a challenging and visually immersive action gaming experience.