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Chess Evolved Online

92%Game Brain Score
humor, replayability
gameplay, graphics
92% User Score Based on 573 reviews

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CEO is a multiplayer tactics game that offers chess-like army creation, collectible units, and a dynamic global economy. It is currently available on Steam.

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 573 reviews
humor6 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique twist on traditional chess with a vast array of new pieces and mechanics, allowing for endless strategic possibilities.
  • It's free to play with a fair monetization model, making it accessible to a wide audience without feeling overly pay-to-win.
  • The community is supportive, and the game encourages creativity in army building, making each match feel fresh and engaging.
  • The user interface can be overwhelming and cluttered, making it difficult for new players to navigate and understand the game mechanics.
  • The player base is quite small, leading to a high likelihood of facing AI opponents rather than real players, which can diminish the competitive experience.
  • There are balance issues with certain pieces being overpowered, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences and a lack of diversity in strategies.
  • gameplay
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally praised for its solid core mechanics and engaging PvP strategy, with unique pieces that add depth beyond traditional chess. While the free-to-play coin-based system and the introduction of a morale mechanic have drawn mixed reactions, many players appreciate the variety and complexity it brings, despite some concerns about AI performance and balance issues. Overall, the game offers an entertaining experience that encourages players to explore its diverse mechanics, though some elements may require further refinement.

    • “The gameplay core mechanics are solid and easy to pick up if you have even a passing familiarity with chess.”
    • “Very cool game with interesting mechanics and entertaining gameplay.”
    • “The sheer amount of different pieces, most of which have unique mechanics that never appear in regular chess, might seem daunting at first, but this game does a great job of showing what each piece does.”
    • “The only issue I'd mention is that the AI is a little broken - it doesn't understand some mechanics, like armor and 'attack minion' - and will sometimes blunder into checkmate because of that.”
    • “There is an incredibly slow 'morale decay' mechanic where you lose a stupidly low amount of morale per turn after turn 50, which allows a player performing infinite checks to win by a method that takes about 120-130 turns to take effect.”
    • “You can find a few new players blissfully unaware there is this mechanic and will do the things that are supposed to be disincentivized because it takes 100 turns for them to get punished for it.”
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalistic and somewhat charming aesthetic, with a mix of pixel art and a flash-like style that some players find appealing. While the visuals are generally considered average and lacking in advanced features like zoom or angle adjustments, they effectively serve the game's strategic focus without detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are adequate for the genre, with a unique style that may not be visually stunning but complements the gameplay well.

    • “I found the flash aesthetic and the plainly drawn pieces to be charming.”
    • “The colourful, dynamic, and eclectic graphic interface and the creative twist on an old favourite has endeared me to CEO.”
    • “Graphics and sound are adequate for this genre of game and while only a 2D board is represented with no options for zoom or changing the angle, these features are not really required anyway.”
    • “Graphics and sound are adequate for this genre of game, and while only a 2D board is represented with no options for zoom or changing the angle, these features are not really required anyway.”
    • “As the screenshots show, this is certainly a game that's in need of an art design and graphics team.”
    • “The graphics aren't great, but hey, it's chess.”
  • monetization
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game is primarily free-to-play (F2P) with microtransactions, which some players find fair and manageable, allowing access to game pieces through regular play. However, the lack of promotion has limited the player base, resulting in frequent matches against bots. Overall, while the monetization strategy is seen as optimized for F2P, it still includes microtransactions that may deter some players.

    • “A great combination of CCG and chess, intense tactics, and very fair monetization to the point of rigging in favor of the player.”
    • “Only downside is it has microtransactions, but it's free and easy to get pieces if you just play.”
    • “Though I understand the way it works now is simply optimized for free-to-play monetization.”
    • “The gameplay is already fleshed out; any changes will be to the monetization, game modes, new pieces, or balance, which is within the realm of normal game patches.”
    • “There are microtransactions, though.”
  • grinding
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game. While some enjoy the grind and find it rewarding, others feel that it can be excessive, particularly for free-to-play users aiming to fully upgrade pieces. The game offers a balance of challenges and PvP, but the grind can become a barrier for those seeking to access certain content or upgrades.

    • “Gets a tad grindy at times, though.”
    • “On the con side, the game can be a little bit grindy if you want to play with some of the weirder pieces, but the strongest pieces may still very well be the upgraded basic chess pieces and other easy to get pieces, so it is definitely not pay-to-win or anything like that.”
    • “My main criticism is that fully upgrading pieces takes a lot of grinding as free to play.”
  • humor
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its funny chess pieces and amusing concepts, making it entertaining to play and visually engaging. Players appreciate the inclusion of humorous elements in single-player challenges and random generators, contributing to an overall lighthearted experience.

    • “Funny chess pieces”
    • “The game is fun and also provides singleplayer daily challenges and funny random generators and a gacha shop (if somehow you're into that, uh).”
    • “It is funny to look at it”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music aspect of the game is largely criticized, with many users noting the absence of background music and minimal sound effects, which detracts from the overall experience. Some find the sound effects to be poor and unengaging, while others express indifference, stating that despite these shortcomings, the game remains enjoyable.

    • “No music, and only minimal sound effects.”
    • “Very bad sound effects, not very colorful, and no music in the background, but it's still my favorite chess game.”
    • “The Discord is just the developer posting nonsense and his music playlist (poor taste).”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is noted for lacking a significant story, with some users explicitly stating that there is no narrative to engage with. Additionally, side quests are mentioned, but they do not seem to contribute to a cohesive storyline.

    • “This game has no story.”
    • “0 (no story).”
    • “Side quests - still looking for.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers exceptional replayability, with players noting its infinite variability and the ability to create diverse armies with unique effects. Many users report investing hundreds of hours into the game, highlighting that each session feels distinct even when using the same army composition.

    • “Great game with lots of replayability! I have probably more than 500 hours in it before it came to Steam. You can design really creative armies with a ton of different pieces with all kinds of effects (poison, freeze, void). Its variability makes every game different, even when playing with the same army, and it is not pay-to-win.”
    • “Infinitely replayable (or almost).”
    • “The replayability of this chess-turned-deck-builder has kept me coming back for more.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that the game's optimization appears to prioritize free-to-play monetization, often leading to mismatches where newer players face off against veterans with highly specialized boards. This can create an uneven playing field, impacting the overall experience for less experienced users.

    • “I understand that the current system is optimized for free-to-play monetization.”
    • “If you get matched against someone, you'll be facing a long-time veteran with a highly specialized and optimized board.”
    • “Though I understand the way it works now is simply optimized for free-to-play monetization.”
    • “If you do get matched against someone, you'll be facing a long-time veteran who has a highly specialized or optimized board.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a strong emotional response to the game, with some feeling a deep sense of frustration and dislike that transcends mere gameplay, indicating that it evokes intense feelings that can be both complex and conflicting.

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