ChainStaff

April 8, 2026 Mommy's Best Games Mommy's Best Games
Shooter Platform Adventure
Series X|S PS4 PC PS5 Mac XONE Switch
About

ChainStaff is a brutal action-platformer with a transforming spear and grappling hook, blazing weapon upgrades, and a rocking soundtrack. Aliens have taken over the Earth! Swing, shoot, and spear your way through hordes of mutating monstrosities and bone-shaking boss fights.
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Release Date April 8, 2026
Developer Mommy's Best Games
Publisher Mommy's Best Games
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Side view
Themes Action
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