Chained Echoes
By Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda)
Follow a large fantasy cast through turn-based battles that reward managing pressure as well as damage.
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Inside the game
THE QUICK INTRODUCTION
What’s it all about?
Chained Echoes presents a world of rival kingdoms, monsters and mechanical suits through detailed pixel art. Its party battles use an Overdrive system that makes the sequence of actions important: a powerful move can be less useful if it pushes the group into a bad state. Reading the shared situation matters alongside each character’s role.
The combination makes a good fit for players who like classic-style RPG storytelling but want an active reason to vary their decisions in combat. Exploration and equipment choices support that rhythm, while the cast gives the conflicts more than one viewpoint. The retro appearance describes its visual language; it should not be taken to mean every system follows an older template unchanged.
Release and platform details
Developer: Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda). Publisher: Deck13, WhisperGames. Steam edition release date: Dec 8, 2022. Desktop systems listed on Steam: Windows, macOS, Linux.
Official sources
Store information checked on 15 October 2026. Availability, device requirements and optional purchases can vary by region and platform.
Artwork and image credits
Image credit: Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda) / Deck13, WhisperGames. The official cover and gallery images come from the developer/publisher’s Steam listing. Gallery images represent the PC store edition and may include promotional panels. Mobile editions may look different. Images belong to their respective owners.
Your kind of game if…
You like ensemble fantasy stories, pixel art and turn-based battles with a shared tactical meter.
GET OFF TO A GOOD START
How to play
- Watch the Overdrive state before selecting the next action.
- Use different party roles to answer changing combat conditions.
- Explore side paths for equipment and useful discoveries.
- Review available skills after a difficult encounter.