Chained Beasts Beta: Release Date, Platforms, and What to Know

Chained Beasts beta status at a glance

The Chained Beasts beta has already led into the game’s full launch, making this a good time to separate the completed test period from the current release. Featherweight Games launched its co-op gladiator roguelite on October 15, 2026, with support spanning PC and consoles.

The game puts one to four players into chaotic arena battles while their warriors remain physically chained together. That central idea makes coordination just as important as weapon choice: a teammate can help control an enemy, but poor positioning can also drag everyone into danger.

When was the Chained Beasts beta?

The publicly documented open beta was an open beta weekend on Steam from July 17 through July 19, 2026. The event was promoted alongside the official open beta trailer and gave players a chance to try the game’s co-op gladiatorial combat before launch.

Earlier beta information described a 1–4-player roguelite focused on:

• Fighting while shackled to teammates
• Using chains to disrupt enemies or interact with the arena
• Choosing weapons such as swords and flails
• Adapting to lasting physical and psychological injuries
• Healing, training, and purchasing upgrades between battles

The earlier beta sign-up page also directed players toward Steam and Discord for playtest feedback. Because the full game has now launched, beta registration should not be treated as the current way to access the game.

Chained Beasts release date and platforms

The developer announced a launch at 17:00 UTC on October 15, 2026. Official store listings confirm availability across the following platforms:

Platform	Availability
Windows and macOS	Steam lists the game as released October 15, 2026
PlayStation 5	The PlayStation Store lists an October 15, 2026 release
Xbox Series X|S and PC	Xbox lists the game with Xbox Play Anywhere support
Nintendo Switch	Nintendo lists a digital Switch version; its Singapore listing shows October 16 locally
Xbox Game Pass	Available through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, with cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC access announced by Xbox

For the most current platform information, check the official Chained Beasts release announcement from Featherweight Games, the Steam store listing, the PlayStation Store page, the Xbox listing, and the Nintendo listing.

The Steam page displayed a downloadable demo on October 16, 2026. Demo availability can change, so players should verify the store page before assuming the demo remains accessible.

How Chained Beasts gameplay works

Chained Beasts is built around cooperative arena survival. Players are not simply fighting alongside one another; they are physically connected, which creates a shared movement and combat problem.

The chains can be used creatively during battles. Based on the beta material and gameplay presentation, players can use them to:

• Throw opponents into hazards
• Disrupt or unbalance enemies
• Work with teammates to create proximity-based damage
• Catch weapons tossed into the arena
• Coordinate movement around obstacles and threats

The trailer footage emphasizes how quickly a fight can become chaotic. Players can become stuck around arena objects, lose control of a situation, or need to revive a coordinated plan after a failed attempt. That makes communication especially valuable in online and couch co-op sessions.

The full release includes nine battles across three acts, set in the arena chapters of Carthage, Germania, and Rome. The developer also lists ten difficulty levels, more than 70 afflictions, more than 70 skills, over 40 items, and eight beasts with variants.

Co-op, solo play, and cross-platform features

Chained Beasts supports solo play as well as multiplayer. Official listings and developer launch information identify these options:

• Solo play
• Online co-op for up to four players
• Cross-play or cross-platform multiplayer
• Local couch co-op
• Shared or split-screen co-op on supported platforms

The PlayStation listing specifies up to four online players with PlayStation Plus. Xbox lists local co-op, online co-op, and shared or split-screen support, while Steam identifies online, shared/split-screen, and cross-platform multiplayer features.

Since the game’s defining mechanic links players together, a group should decide on basic movement and positioning habits before entering difficult encounters. Staying close enough to coordinate can help, but crowding around hazards or arena objects may create additional problems.

Is the Chained Beasts beta still available?

The open beta weekend is over. It ran on Steam through July 19, 2026, and the full game launched on October 15, 2026.

A Steam demo was displayed on October 16, 2026, but demo access is subject to change. Players interested in trying the game should check the current Steam Chained Beasts page rather than relying on older beta sign-up information.

The game’s current release also provides more content than the earlier test materials described, including three acts, nine battles, multiple difficulty levels, extensive affliction and skill pools, and several beast variants.

Chained Beasts beta FAQ

Can I still sign up for the Chained Beasts beta?

The documented open beta ended on July 19, 2026. Chained Beasts then launched fully on October 15, 2026, so players should check the official storefronts for the current game or demo instead of looking for beta registration.

How many players does Chained Beasts support?

Chained Beasts supports solo play and multiplayer for up to four players. Official listings include online co-op, local or shared-screen options, and cross-platform multiplayer features.

Is Chained Beasts available on PC and consoles?

Yes. The game is listed for Windows and macOS through Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch. Xbox also announced access through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.

Does Chained Beasts have cross-play?

Developer launch information and the Steam listing identify cross-play or cross-platform multiplayer support. Players should still confirm any account, subscription, or platform-specific requirements before starting an online session.

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