FAQ

AVAILABILITY

Where is the game available?

On all Apple Arcade-supported devices.

Can I purchase the game outside of Apple Arcade?

No, you need an Apple Arcade subscription to play Oceanhorn: Chronos Dungeon. The first month is free!

Wait, what about all the other platforms? I have an Android device / Nintendo Switch / PS4 / Xbox One / PC!

We're a small team and we can only work on one thing at a time. Right now, and for the foreseeable future, we’re focusing on Apple Arcade. That said, we're considering all options, so please subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to know when we have news.

How does Apple Arcade work?

Check the Apple Arcade page for details.

Can I play the game with the free trial month of Apple Arcade?

Of course.

What platforms are supported?

iPhone (with iOS 14+), iPad (with iPadOS 14+), AppleTv (with tvOS 14+) and Mac (with Big Sur or more recent OS).
The game is already available on iOS, iPadOs, AppleTv and Mac.

MULTIPLAYER

How does multiplayer work?

Chronos Dungeon multiplayer is local only and works on a single device at the time. To take advantage of the local multiplayer, you will have to connect controllers to your Apple device: you find a compatibility list here.

If I’m using a touch device, can one player use touch controls, while the other use controllers?

No, in multiplayer everyone needs their own controller.

How do I join a multiplayer game?

Once the controller is connected, press the Menu button (Xbox controller), Options button (Dualshock controller) or the equivalent button on the controller you own (it’s often called Start).

How do players leave a multiplayer game?

Players can leave a game by holding the Y-button on the Xbox controller or the Triangle button on a Dualshock controller.
Player 1 acts as a game host: if they leave, the current run will be over.

Will you add online multiplayer or multi device local coop?

At the moment we’re focusing on other features for upcoming updates.

CONTROLS

Can you explain the controls on touch screen?

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What are the controls on Mac if I use a keyboard and mouse?

You can use a mouse to navigate all menus and play the game using the following keyboard controls:

  • WASD = move your character

  • Enter = attack

  • Space = dash

  • E = use item

  • hold E = drop item

  • Tab = swap hero

  • Esc = pause game

I’m using a French keyboard, what now?

We got you covered! You can use ZQSD in the same way as WASD.

Can I use the Apple Remote when playing on AppleTV?

No, the Apple Remote is not supported.


SAVING & ICLOUD

How does the saving system work?

Saves are stored both in iCloud and also locally on the device. If iCloud has newer save data, a cloud icon will be displayed on the save slot, and you will be asked if you want to keep the local file or the cloud file.

How about AppleTV?

On AppleTV, the local files are stored on a temporary path, so make sure to have iCloud enabled, or you'll lose the data after a restart.

Can I recover a backup if I delete a save file?

No you can’t. Once deleted, a save file is gone for good, the game doesn’t keep older backup copies.

How do I save?

Oceanhorn: Chronos Dungeon saves every time there's a transition between one level and another. All saves happen automatically and are communicated on the screen.

 

CHARACTER’ SKILL PATH

Is the Skill Path randomized?

The Hero’s Path (update 2.o) introduces the Character’ Skill Path. It will change every time you start a new game – experiment and see how your run changes depending on what you unlock!

Can I preview what Skills my Path includes?

You can. Highlighted locked tiles will tell you what they’re hiding if you tap or select them. You need to get closer to the greyed-out tiles to preview them.

 

SUPPORTED DEVICES

Can my device run Oceanhorn: Chronos Dungeon?

Your device needs to have iOS 14, iPadOS, macOS BigSur or tvOS 14 to run Oceanhorn: Chronos Dungeon, and you need to have an active subscription to Apple Arcade to access the game (trial period works as well). Find below all the devices that will support Apple Arcade:

iOS - iPhone, iPod

  • iPhone 6S (2015) or later

  • iPod touch (2019)

iPadOS - iPad

  • iPad 5th generation (2017) or later

  • iPad mini 4 (2015) or later

  • iPad Air 2 (2014) or later

  • iPad Pro 1st generation (2015) or later

macOS

  • Mac Pro (2019)

  • MacBook (Early 2015 or newer)

  • MacBook Air (Mid 2012 or newer) (1.8Ghz dual-core Intel Core i5, Intel HD Graphics 4000, 4Gb RAM)

  • MacBook Pro (Mid 2012 or newer)

  • Mac mini (Late 2012 or newer) (2.5Ghz dual-core Intel Core i5, Intel HD Graphics 4000, 4Gb RAM)

  • iMac (Late 2012 or newer) (2.5Ghz dual-core Intel Core i5, Intel HD Graphics 4000, 4Gb RAM)

  • iMac Pro (2017)

  • Mac Pro (Late 2013)


tvOS

  • Apple TV 4k, 2nd gen (2021)

  • Apple TV 4K

  • Apple TV HD (4th generation) (A8 64-bit, 2 GbRAM)