Shackled

Released by Data East for arcades in November 1986, Shackled is a vitality-based action game that allows up to three players to form a party. Players must navigate maze-like floors to find the exit, rescuing eight characters trapped in a "prison of death" while strategically switching between characters to progress. The controls consist of an eight-way joystick along with two buttons for attacking and weapon selection. Please note that during the game's original release, certain technical issues were observed, including the game freezing on specific levels and a bug that prevented the continue function from working after inserting credits.

The objective of the game is to rescue your companions who have been captured and chained within a dungeon. Players must explore the labyrinth, obtain keys to unlock the prison doors, and rescue their allies to escape. Once rescued, your companions will accompany you and assist in battles against enemies using their unique weapons.