TetherGeist is a side-scrolling action platformer video game developed and published by O. and Co. Games.

About

Guide Mae on a coming-of-age pilgrimage in this heartfelt precision platformer, designed for both newcomers and those in search of a challenge.

For hundreds of years, the Mountain Shaman have used their powers of Astral Projection to travel vast distances. But Mae is different—her spirit travel is limited by a tether. When the time comes for a coming of age pilgrimage, Mae must forgo spirit flight and take the journey the long way.

Join Mae on her challenging journey, using tough but satisfying platforming to leap and bound towards her goal. Master seven different Azae that change how your spirit interacts with the environment. Scour the world for secrets, treasures and hidden paths—your curiosity will be rewarded!

Key Features

• A Platformer About Growth, Not Combat – Every challenge in TetherGeist is overcome through timing, momentum, and careful movement in this combat-free adventure.
• Astral Projection as Expressive Mastery – Mae uses Bao to project her spirit, navigating the world in inventive ways. Each chapter adds new movement mechanics to explore with.
• Challenging but Supportive Design – Frequent checkpoints and instant retries keep the experience forgiving, encouraging experimentation and progress.
• Representation Matters – The game addresses disability, social dynamics, and spirituality. Mae’s motor disability shapes her journey, Foyal wrestles with faith, and NPCs reflect diverse cultures, identities, and classes. Many were designed with Kickstarter backers.
• Characters That Resonate – The heart of TetherGeist is its people. Players meet NPCs with rich personalities, diverse backgrounds, and meaningful struggles. Relationships, interactions, and choices bring depth to the world, making each encounter memorable.