Introducing Crossing Chains!

Hello dear players of Cardinal Chains!

Since its release on itch.io 7 years ago, Cardinal Chains has been played on the browser over 75000 times!

Last year, I decided to start developing a new game dedicated to the many people who have enjoyed Cardinal Chains since 2018. Something bigger. Something deeper. Finally, the time has come for me to share it with you...

Crossing Chains is the spiritual successor to Cardinal Chains. Once again you must fill the whole grid by forming chains starting from root cells.

This time, the chains can cross each other... but only  if their lengths match at the crossing point. The challenge is that the crossing points are not revealed beforehand! Other mechanics coexist and are gently introduced over several levels.

The full game features:

• 75 handmade levels, from easy to fiendish
• Daily & Random puzzles for endless play
• Unlimited hint system that reveals one move at a time, so you can tune the challenge to your liking
• Smooth chillhop soundtrack by professional artists

You can play the 16 level demo right now on the browser: https://danijmn.itch.io/crossingchains

The full version of Crossing Chains becomes available on December 12, 2025. It will be released on both itch.io and Steam. Purchasing the itch.io version will grant access to a free Steam key.

Have fun, and thank you for the many plays, comments and support over the years!