this game is so fucking underrated, an absolute hidden gem
now, granted, this is based on pure visual aesthetic, game mechanics and the music and doesn't take story into account
this game is a JP only game that so very nearly got localized for a US release, but at the last moment was scrapped. we were only graced with a dialogueless demo of the first level on a ps underground disc and it never saw the light of day.

japanese is not necessary to play this game, the controls are simple but hard to master. a decent number of lets plays exist on youtube for this game now, but i don't think any of them are really pleasant to watch or explain how the game works very well

give it a try! if you like interesting platforming action games with unique controls, this game is possibly up your alley. you bungie and grapple and tether around freely and soar through the air in 2.5d and freeze bugs, then shatter them, with a bit of normal platforming thrown in and a good apocalyptic plot for good measure and an evil counterpart as well. reeks of y2k futuristic vibes. it is a wonderful game with a wonderfully flat ending and an INSANELY hard OST
please enjoy chaindive.

Reviewed on May 04, 2022


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