Chained Beasts: All 8 Beasts and Variants (Verified List)

How many Beasts does Chained Beasts include?

Launch messaging describes 8 different beasts, each with unlockable variants that alter stats, abilities, and cosmetics. Variants unlock by earning XP during runs, not from a separate menu disclosed in our sources.

The Bestiary achievement (Unlock all Beasts) sets collection expectations. Individual beasts are confirmed by eight “Free as a …” win achievements on Steam. Rhino and Ibex became playable in the 2026-05-29 updated demo per the Steam announcement The Updated Chained Beasts Demo is LIVE!.

We do not publish power rankings, hidden unlock days, or passive skill lists—Featherweight has not released those tables in official sources we read.

Which beasts are confirmed by achievements?

Achievement wording is from the Steam achievements list. Third-party claims such as Wolf unlocking on day three or extra beasts like Lioness are not confirmed by official sources we read; this table stays achievement-bound.

What do variants change?

Announcements state variants offer different stats, abilities, and cosmetics unlocked through XP earned while playing a beast. No official page in our sources lists variant names, branch trees, or numeric deltas.

When Featherweight publishes variant details or Codex entries with numbers, this page will add tables with sources cited—until then, variant sections remain descriptive, not numerical.

What do official visuals show about beasts?

Screenshots and trailers label players P1–P4 with distinct colors on health bars and nicknames; those colors are not consistent across every official shot we read. Beast-shaped gladiators appear often, but species names rarely show on screen except where achievements or boss text name them (for example Barca’s rhino mount in boss materials—not proof every horned mask is Ibex).

Official Steam store screenshot. © Featherweight Games.

Frame from the official Cinematic Trailer. © Featherweight Games.

Official Steam store screenshot. © Featherweight Games.

Cutscene masks above are purple and green; the skill screen shows a teal celebratory character. We describe colors rather than guessing species where the screen omits names.

How do Beasts interact with co-op and bosses?

Runs support 1–4 players online or locally with P1–P4 labels on verified UI. Official structure text describes three acts—Carthage, Germania, and Rome—with named bosses; see all bosses for encounters tied to those acts.

Co-op chain rules and player labels appear in the co-op and multiplayer guide. New players should start with the beginner guide before chasing Bestiary.

Why is there no beast tier list on this site?

Featherweight has not published comparative stats, DPS, or synergy charts for beasts or variants. Until first-party patches or store updates add numbers, we document names, unlock paths described in announcements, and achievement goals only.

Track collection progress via the achievements guide (Bestiary and each Free as a … entry).

Sources and verification

• Sources: Steam achievements list; Featherweight Steam announcements and store page (8 beasts, XP variants); official Steam store screenshots and Cinematic / Gameplay Trailer frames.
• Verified: 2026-10-16. Per-beast stats, passives, variant trees, and day-gated unlock claims from unofficial sites are omitted as not confirmed.
• Images: Official Steam store screenshots and trailer frames, © Featherweight Games. Used for identification and commentary; removal on request.

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