Severed Chains Launcher

A cross-platform launcher and mod manager for Severed Chains, the Fan Made PC Engine port of The Legend of Dragoon.

Key Features

• Easy Installation & Updates: The launcher features a self-updater that displays when updates are available for it
• Severed Chains Installation: Install Severed Chains latest github release directly from the launcher
• Integrated Mod Manager: Browse, install, toggle, and update community mods. Custom Repository and Local Zip file support.
• Laptop GPU Optimization: Includes a built-in shim to force dual-GPU systems to utilize their high-performance discrete graphics card (or integrated card for battery saving)
• Live Community Hub: Features an integrated RSS feed for LegendofDragoon.org news and a live change log pulled directly from the Severed Chains GitHub.
• Steam Deck & Linux Ready: Natively compiled with Linux.

Setup Instructions

1. Download the latest release for your operating system (Linux, MacOS, or Windows).
2. Extract the launcher to a dedicated folder.
   • If Severed Chains is already on your PC place in your Severed Chains folder.
   • Folder must not need admin permissions.
3. Run the Launcher binary for your OS.
   • If Severed Chains is not detected in, the launcher will prompt you to download and install it with a button above launch.
4. Place your 4 legitimate Legend of Dragoon disc images into the isos folder
   • If Severed Chains is installed from the Launcher there will be a pop up at the end of installation. Note: All four files must share the same format (either all .iso or all .bin).
5. Once finished click Launch to enjoy Severed Chains!.

This project was built on Godot 4