- February 4, 2021
- Caio Flavio
Chess Brain: Dark Troops
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Chess Brain: Dark Troops is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Caio Flavio and was released on February 4, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.
"Chess Brain: Dark Troops" is a chess-based puzzle game that challenges players to predict and plan the movements of chess pieces to safely guide the King to the destination point. The game features organized and intelligent "dark troops" and a new piece, the Red Soldier, which has a brain. Players must solve 30 puzzles, with all pieces moving every second, to develop their ability to predict chess movements in a fun and immersive way.



- Clever and satisfying puzzles that engage players and encourage logical thinking.
- Atmospheric design with a melancholic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Improvements over the first game, including new levels, a new type of chess piece, and quality of life upgrades.
- The game is relatively short, leaving players wanting more content.
- There are significant issues with achievement synchronization that detract from the experience.
- Some players found the game easier than the original, which may disappoint those seeking a greater challenge.
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its surreal and melancholic qualities, effectively complementing the background story. Additionally, players appreciate the music, though some express a desire for more levels to enhance the overall experience.
“What caught my attention the most was the melancholy atmosphere that matched the background story.”
“The atmosphere of this game is surreal.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chess Brain: Dark Troops is a casual puzzle game.
Chess Brain: Dark Troops is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, PlayStation 4 and others.
Chess Brain: Dark Troops was released on February 4, 2021.
Chess Brain: Dark Troops was developed by Caio Flavio.
Chess Brain: Dark Troops has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its atmosphere.
Chess Brain: Dark Troops is a single player game.
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