The co-op gladiator roguelike has surpassed 125,000 wishlists ahead of launch
Independent developer Featherweight Games today announced that Chained Beasts, its upcoming 1–4 player co-op gladiator roguelike, will launch in Fall 2026 on Steam.
The announcement arrives alongside a brand-new release window trailer, offering players a fresh look at the chaotic arena combat, the game's signature physics-driven chain mechanics, brutal afflictions system, and crowd-pleasing co-op mayhem that have fueled growing anticipation for the title.
Watch the Release Window Trailer
In Chained Beasts, players enter a blood-soaked gladiatorial arena chained together with up to three friends. Teams must survive relentless waves of enemies, cleverly exploit their chains and environmental obstacles, endure lasting injuries, and win over a bloodthirsty crowd as they fight their way toward freedom.
Momentum around the game continues to build. Following months of community testing and feedback, the Chained Beasts demo has recently achieved an Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam with over 500 positive reviews, while the game itself has now soared past 125,000 wishlists, highlighting strong player enthusiasm ahead of launch.
Every beastly combatant, gnarly injury, unwieldy chain snag and joyously janky co-op moment has been built with one goal in mind: creating a gladiatorial experience that's unforgettable when shared with friends. Knowing players will soon be stepping into the arena for real is both exciting and terrifying. We're incredibly grateful for the community that has helped us pave the road to launch with their testing and feedback.
- Dylan Bevis, Co-Director of Featherweight Games
Play the Demo on Steam
About Chained Beasts
Chained Beasts is a 1–4 player co-op gladiator roguelike where players fight chaotic arena battles while physically chained together. Use chains, traps, obstacles, and teamwork to overcome increasingly dangerous foes, survive lasting injuries, and entertain a bloodthirsty crowd in a desperate fight for freedom.