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Chess Ultimate

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92%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, graphics
92% User Score Based on 212 reviews

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Chess Ultimate is a single player and multiplayer tactical turn-based strategy game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Jesse Lugassy and was released on October 6, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Chess Ultimate reimagines the classic game of chess with draft-based strategy and colorful 3D visuals. Build your team from a roster of unique characters, each with special abilities, and face off against opponents in tactical battles. With online and cross-platform multiplayer, every match offers fresh challenges and endless strategic depth.

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92%Audience ScoreBased on 212 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Fun and creative twist on classic chess with unique and diverse pieces that offer deep strategy and tactical variety.
  • Customizable board setups and decks make every game feel fresh, engaging, and suitable for both chess enthusiasts and newcomers.
  • Active developer presence with frequent updates, good animations, appealing art style, and healthy community features like ranked mode and tournaments.
  • Low player count results in long matchmaking times and difficulty finding online opponents.
  • Some bugs and glitches affect gameplay quality, including account login issues and occasional unfair game outcomes.
  • Certain pieces and abilities are perceived as unbalanced or overpowered, leading to frustrating experiences for some players.

  • gameplay

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay offers a fresh and engaging twist on traditional chess by introducing customizable armies and unique fairy pieces with rich tactical depth, making it enjoyable both for chess fans and newcomers. Despite some current bugs and matchmaking issues, the mechanics are well-designed, balanced, and complemented by charming animations and art. Overall, it provides a fun, strategic experience that feels familiar yet distinct from classic chess.

    • “Very fun game with a cute art style that differentiates itself from chess with its army building mechanics enough to make you want to master it as a separate thing from chess, while still feeling like chess in spirit.”
    • “Chess but you can decide how many of each piece you have as long as all your pieces add up to 100 points. There are also new pieces with a ton of unique mechanics that completely transform the game into something that isn't really chess anymore, but I personally love it. You can always just make your board the chess board and see if you can still win.”
    • “It has a childish but charming Nintendo aesthetic, but the mechanics of the fairy pieces are tactically rich and balanced.”
    • “The gameplay is very promising, but there are some bugs right now and matchmaking seems to not work.”

  • monetization

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features optional microtransactions primarily for cosmetics, which many users find non-intrusive and not necessary to win. While some appreciate the fair and limited monetization model, others feel the presence of mobile-style microtransactions detracts from its free-to-play appeal. Overall, the monetization is generally seen as reasonable but may not suit all players.

    • “So overall, I like this game a lot and highly recommend giving it a go, especially at its asking price of free with optional microtransactions for cosmetics. I really hope it becomes more popular because this game has so much potential to become something really special if given the resources to do so.”
    • “A chess deckbuilder that doesn't require microtransactions to be winnable?”
    • “Fair warning that there are some microtransactions, but they're pretty ignorable.”
    • “This isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store like microtransactions.”
    • “I understand that the dev needs this to be free-to-play and primarily online for the monetization to work, taking mobile free-to-play apps as an example.”
    • “Fair warning that there are some microtransactions, but it's pretty ignorable.”

  • graphics

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics feature a charming, cute art style with a Nintendo-like aesthetic, blending low-poly 3D visuals that some may find simplistic but professionally made. While not hyper-realistic, the visuals complement the game's strategic mechanics, creating a harmonious and engaging experience.

    • “Very fun game with a cute art style that differentiates itself from chess with its army building mechanics, making you want to master it as a separate game while still feeling like chess in spirit.”
    • “High quality, along with stunning graphics and animations, completes the experience in a harmonious way.”
    • “This features fairly low quality low poly 3d visuals which will deter a lot of gamers, understandably.”
    • “The 3D graphics are professionally made.”
    • “It has a childish but charming Nintendo aesthetic, but the mechanics of the fairy pieces are tactically rich and balanced.”

  • humor

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor is well-received, highlighted by amusing animations, quirky characters, and a particularly funny bear character with two swords, making the game entertaining and visually amusing.

    • “Even with little details like the funny animations when a piece gets knocked out.”
    • “Funny bear guy with 2 swords.”
    • “Also the characters are funny looking 10/10.”

  • stability

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is buggy but remains enjoyable for multiplayer sessions. The developer has prioritized stability by offering it for free, streamlining matchmaking without excessive lobbies, maintaining bug-free servers, and planning cross-platform support.

    • “Thankfully it's clear the developer has avoided the poor choices that often plague indie games like this by 1) making it free, 2) maximizing the number of players in matchmaking by not dividing it into tons of different lobbies, 3) ensuring that the matchmaking process is smooth and the server is bug-free, and soon, if I'm not mistaken, 4) making it cross-platform.”

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is well-optimized, running smoothly and providing an enjoyable experience without performance issues.

  • grinding

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users appreciate the grinding aspect for providing a more casual and less frustrating experience compared to traditional chess, as it reduces the intense competitiveness and deep strategic pressure typical of classic gameplay.

  • music

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music is considered adequate for a casual match-3 game but feels out of place and unimpressive for a chess game.

    • “The music would be fine for a match-3 game, but not really for a chess game.”

  • character development

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development is praised for its adorable designs and variety, which enhance gameplay by offering fresh and engaging ways to experience chess.

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Chess Ultimate is a tactical turn-based strategy game with fantasy theme.

Chess Ultimate is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

Chess Ultimate was released on October 6, 2024.

Chess Ultimate was developed by Jesse Lugassy.

Chess Ultimate has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked Chess Ultimate for its gameplay but disliked it for its monetization.

Chess Ultimate is a single player game with multiplayer support.

Similar games include Chess Evolved Online, Super Auto Pets, Dota Underlords, Hasbro's BATTLESHIP, Duelyst and others.