Chained Descent
Manually descend into claustrophobic horror in an ancient diving bell with scarce oxygen.
In Chained Descent, players awaken in a vintage diving bell, gradually mastering rudimentary controls to navigate the oppressive depths of the ocean.
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- Developer:
- Metal Games
- Publisher:
- Metal Games
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About This Game
In Chained Descent, players awaken in a vintage diving bell, gradually mastering rudimentary controls to navigate the oppressive depths of the ocean.
Set amidst a haunting, claustrophobic underwater labyrinth, Chained Descent places you in the eerie solitude of an ancient diving bell, descending into relentless darkness. As you navigate the narrow confines of a vertical tunnel, every measured sway and controlled descent becomes a testament to your will to survive. What begins as rudimentary side-to-side movement gradually unveils a richer tactical repertoire through chain-assisted navigation, enabling you to steer through obstacles that lurk in the abyss. Every decision is critical, as dwindling oxygen, scarce fuel, and the weight of cryptic clues left by previous explorers remind you that each moment is a fight for survival. The art direction reinforces this isolation with a striking visual narrative: a vintage diving bell rendered in brooding silhouettes against deep blues and blacks, intensifying the confined terror and distinctly avoiding any platformer-like distractions.
Key Features
- Unlock complex movement mechanics as players descend, transforming initial clumsiness into mastery.
- Scavenge wreckage from previous victims, piecing together a haunting narrative of survival.
- Manage scarce resources like oxygen and light, creating tension with every decision.
- Experience a visually striking 2D aesthetic that immerses players in a dark, atmospheric world.
- Engage with cryptic communications from your captor, enhancing the psychological horror.
The Hook
“In the crushing silence of the deep, each breath is a defiant stand against encroaching darkness, as survival teeters on the brink of oblivion.”
System Requirements
Minimum:
- OS *:
- Windows 10 or newer
- Processor:
- Dual-core equivalent
- Memory:
- 4 GB RAM
- Graphics:
- Integrated or low-end dedicated GPU
- Storage:
- 500 MB available space
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Chained Descent is developed by Metal Games.
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- Title:
- Chained Descent
- Genre:
- Horror, Indie
- Developer:
- Metal Games
- Publisher:
- Metal Games
- Release Date:
- To be announced
Submission Stats
- VotesTotal wishlists on this submission.
- 3
- QA ScoreAutomated QA checks (playability, completeness). Tie-breaker only — it doesn't move rank unless wishlist totals are tied.
- 80%
- FairnessFairness heuristics (e.g. content-policy conformance). Tie-breaker only — it doesn't move rank unless wishlist totals are tied.
- 85%
- Rank ScoreComposite score combining wishlist total with QA/fairness tie-breaks. Determines leaderboard order.
- 312.25
Vote recap
3 public votes.
QA and fairness are healthy tie-breakers for this submission.
Target Audience
Ideal for fans of survival horror and atmospheric, puzzle-driven adventures, reminiscent of SOMA and Alien: Isolation.
