🌙 New Map Update Now Live: MOON

major update

Chained Wheels · build 23910430 · published

On SteamNotes only · this build shipped before we watched the app

The new MOON map for Chained Wheels is now available! This update takes players on a brand-new adventure across the challenging surface of the Moon. Dodge falling meteors, solve new teamwork-based puzzles, and overcome a variety of unique obstacles along the way.

MOON isn't just a new visual theme—it also introduces fresh mechanics, surprises, and coordination-focused sections that take the Chained Wheels experience to the next level. A new danger awaits around every turn, and every section brings a new challenge to conquer.

UI & Visual Updates

  • We completely redesigned the main menu background and replaced it with a new 3D scene.

  • We created a new leaderboard screen that can display multiple maps more effectively.

  • We added an estimated playtime indicator to the map selection screen, allowing players to see how long it may take to complete each map.

âš¡ Performance Improvements

  • We optimized visual effects, resulting in an average performance gain of approximately +10 FPS in our tests.

  • We fixed crashes affecting some older-generation AMD graphics cards.

🎮 Controls & Gameplay

  • We added a Split Screen option for Local Co-op.

  • The original single-camera Local Co-op mode remains fully supported, including on the new map.

  • We resolved Steam Input compatibility issues that caused problems with certain gamepad models.

🔧 Fixes & Stability

  • We fixed controller input and compatibility issues that could occur when Steam Input was enabled.

  • We made various stability and performance improvements.

Grab a friend, keep your chains tight, and set out on this exciting journey across the lunar surface. See you on the MOON map!