Chronos is a third-person role-playing game. In the game, the player takes control of a customizable protagonist as he attempts to slay a dragon in a maze. Combat in the game primarily involves slashing at enemies with melee weapons and deflecting enemy attacks with a shield. If the player dies while exploring, they will only be able to enter the maze again after a year in the game, and the player character will age, which will change their attributes. As the player progresses in the game, he will solve puzzles, acquire new weapons, and discover magical powers. As the player earns experience, they level up, allowing them to improve the player character's attributes, including strength, agility, arcane, and vitality.