Shaftbound
First load can take a few seconds
How to play Shaftbound
Move A D or Left Right arrows Jump Space W or Up Hook X Shift or mouse click Restart R Pause Escape or P Mobile movement JUMP and HOOK touch controls
About this game
Descend through perilous underground shafts in Shaftbound, a precision platform adventure built around skillful jumps and a versatile grappling hook. Swing through hazards, master your momentum, collect useful rewards and reach checkpoints across 36 handcrafted stages. The deeper you travel, the more demanding the obstacles become.
Common questions
Is Shaftbound free?
Yes. It runs in your browser at no cost and needs no account.
Can I play on a phone?
Yes. The page is built for touch; rotate to landscape for a larger view.
Do I need to install anything?
No. The game appears above once you press Play.
The game area stays black — why?
Game files are served by the publisher. On a slow or restricted network they can take a while or fail to load. Try another network, or reload the page.
