Chessarama

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Chessarama is a single player tactical turn-based strategy game with fantasy and kids themes. It was developed by Minimol Games and was released on December 5, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Chessarama is a collection of 8 chess-inspired puzzle and strategy games, each with its own unique rules, visual theme, and challenges. The game features over 100 levels and 100 unique challenges, as well as 24 exclusive chess figures to unlock and collect. Players can also learn chess movements, tactics, and strategies through the game's modern video game experience, and can compete against each other on the leaderboards. In addition to the original games, Chessarama includes a "Classic Chess" mode.

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Audience ScoreBased on 101 reviews

music8 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

Chessarama features a variety of engaging and innovative chess-based puzzles that cater to both casual and strategic players, making it accessible and enjoyable for all skill levels.
The game boasts beautiful graphics and a relaxing soundtrack, creating a cozy atmosphere that enhances the overall puzzle-solving experience.
With multiple game modes and a well-balanced difficulty progression, players are motivated to unlock new challenges and explore different gameplay styles.

The lack of an undo feature in puzzles can be frustrating, as a single mistake may require restarting the level to achieve specific challenges.
Some players have reported bugs and performance issues, including freezing during level loading and problems with daily/weekly challenges.
The user interface could be improved, as it lacks intuitive navigation options, making it cumbersome to return to level select after completing a puzzle.

music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is consistently praised for its relaxing and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and providing a polished experience. Reviewers appreciate the thoughtful integration of the soundtrack with the game's aesthetics and gameplay, noting that it contributes to a rewarding and engaging environment, particularly for newcomers to chess. Additionally, some tracks, like the soccer-themed music, are highlighted as particularly enjoyable and motivating.
- “The game is of high quality; it seems that everything was thought out with care and affection: artistic direction, game design, and soundtrack.”
- “Coupled with a fantastic soundtrack and a remarkably polished presentation, chessarama delivers an engaging, atmospheric experience.”
- “The soundtrack brings a sense of relaxation to the player.”
- “The music is also soothing and you are able to learn a few things or two about chess while at it, so it is a really good introductory experience to the game.”
- “And soccer level music theme is a pure banger.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Chessarama offers a visually stunning and innovative puzzle experience that combines classic chess mechanics with unique gameplay elements, including a twist on farm life simulation. Its easy-to-learn mechanics make it accessible for both casual and strategic players, while the thoughtful level design and additional challenges enhance the overall gameplay. The game is praised for its polished presentation, including art, music, and sound effects, contributing to a charming and engaging experience.
- “Chessarama is a visually stunning puzzle game that seamlessly blends chess strategy with innovative gameplay.”
- “With easy-to-learn mechanics, it caters to both casual and strategic players.”
- “Gameplay and progression:”
- “One of the most compelling aspects of Chessarama is its additional challenges, which add another dimension to the gameplay.”
- “It shines with its ability to take a well-known game mechanic, like the knight’s movement in chess, and repurpose it into an entirely fresh and enjoyable gaming experience.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning 3D visuals and beautiful art style, which enhance the overall experience and immersion in the chess world. Players appreciate the polished and cute graphics, noting that they stand out in a genre often lacking in visual appeal. The combination of vibrant colors and smooth performance contributes to a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere, making it a key attraction for both chess enthusiasts and casual players alike.
- “The art style is beautiful and adds an extra layer of enjoyment.”
- “Its standout feature is the stunning 3D graphics, allowing players to immerse themselves fully in a beautifully crafted chess world.”
- “Beautiful graphics (I want those sets over my work table now) and a very interesting approach to the chess puzzles.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern, with users reporting frequent bugs and freezing issues, particularly during level loading, which occurs about 40% of the time. Additionally, there is frustration over the developers' decision to abandon previous projects in early access to focus on this title, leaving those games incomplete and also buggy.
- “What irks me the most is that they completely abandoned their previous games in early access to focus on this one, leaving them incomplete and buggy.”
- “Puzzle is fun, but currently the game is buggy.”
- “However, it freezes (not responding) when loading into a level about 4 out of 10 times.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in Chessarama is highly praised for its relaxing quality, enhanced by a fantastic soundtrack and polished presentation, creating an engaging experience that motivates players to solve puzzles.
- “Coupled with a fantastic soundtrack and a remarkably polished presentation, Chessarama delivers an engaging, atmospheric experience.”
- “One of the best things to encourage me to solve puzzles is to provide me with a relaxing atmosphere, you know?”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability with 100 puzzle levels, four infinitely replayable random games, and numerous PvP matches. Additional objectives, such as completing levels in specific positions or within limited moves, further enhance the challenge and encourage creative thinking.
- “With 100 puzzle levels, 4 random infinitely replayable games, and countless random PvP matches, the replayability is impressive.”
- “Tasked with finishing a level in a specific position or within a limited number of moves, these extra objectives encourage players to think outside the box and add a layer of replayability.”
- “The variety of challenges and objectives keeps the gameplay fresh and motivates players to return for more.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers extensive optimization options, including performance settings, accessibility features, and game speed adjustments. Players have noted that it runs smoothly and is free of bugs, complemented by an appealing art style.
- “Lots of settings, including performance, accessibility, and game speedup.”
- “The art style is very nice, the game runs smoothly and bug-free so far.”
- “The optimization options are overwhelming, but they don't seem to make a noticeable difference in performance.”
- “Despite having numerous settings for performance and accessibility, the game still struggles with frame drops.”
- “The game offers a variety of settings, but none of them effectively address the lag issues.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game somewhat tedious, particularly when it comes to selecting movement spots, as the process can feel cumbersome whether using a mouse or a controller.