Chess Brain

About

Chess Brain is a chess puzzle game where players must guide the king to the destination point by drawing the correct path through levels filled with opposing pieces. With 30 puzzles of varying difficulty, players must consider each second ahead as all pieces move continuously. The goal is to reach the destination while avoiding capture by the opponent's pieces. Can you plan the correct path?

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

graphics1 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features well-crafted puzzles that are enjoyable and provide a good challenge, especially for those who enjoy chess-themed games.
It's a charming and simple puzzle game that can be completed in a short amount of time, making it a fun diversion for casual gamers.
The game has a clean interface and runs smoothly, making it accessible for players of all skill levels, even those unfamiliar with chess.

The game is very short, with most players completing it in under an hour, which may leave some feeling unsatisfied with the overall experience.
Despite its chess theme, the game has minimal connection to actual chess mechanics, which may disappoint players looking for a true chess puzzle experience.
There are issues with the game's implementation, such as a lack of progress saving and limited options for undoing moves, which can hinder the overall enjoyment.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The gameplay of "Chess Brain" combines traditional chess mechanics with unique building elements, allowing players to construct fortresses for strategic advantages. While it is accessible to newcomers, the game offers depth through nuanced strategies that encourage skill development. Overall, the dynamic playstyle and gradual learning curve make it engaging for both casual and experienced players.
- “Mostly for those who know chess, but anyone can learn how the mechanics of this game work.”
- “The building mechanics of Chess Brain are one of the few aspects of the base game to carry over into the stand-alone mode.”
- “Allowing players to construct fortresses to give them an edge in battle, this does give Chess Brain’s gameplay a unique mechanic and a more dynamic playstyle overall.”
- “Thought it got chess mechanics at least, but no, it's just a puzzle game...”
- “For some, this may imply that skill does not play an important role in the outcome of games. While this style of gameplay does make it friendlier to newcomers, there are plenty of nuanced tips and tricks to be learned to encourage investment from any gamer.”
- “Levels are designed to have you learn as you go, as although there is really only that one major mechanic outlined above, there are different pieces whose movement a non-chess player might need to understand first.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as the puzzles quickly become repetitive and lose their appeal upon closer inspection.
- “The grinding feels endless and becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “After a while, the repetitive tasks lose their charm and just feel like a time sink.”
- “The game requires too much grinding to progress, making it frustrating rather than fun.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of Chess Brain feature a vibrant cartoonish art style that is visually appealing, and the game performs smoothly on the PS4.
- “Chess Brain's cartoonish art style looks great, and the game runs smoothly on PS4.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The optimization of Chess Brain is praised for its smooth performance on PS4, complemented by a visually appealing cartoonish art style.
- “Chess Brain's cartoonish art style looks great, and the game runs smoothly on PS4.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end devices.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs; the frame rate is consistent, and there are no noticeable lags.”