Chess'Extra
- November 4, 2020
- JFxGames
Get on SteamChess'Extra is a new free chess game with a 10x10 board and 2 new pieces: Priest and Assassin.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Offers a fun and unique twist on traditional chess with new pieces and game modes.
- Free to play, making it accessible for anyone interested in trying out chess variants.
- The AI provides a fair challenge for beginners, while the game includes options for more experienced players.
- Online matchmaking is nearly non-existent, limiting multiplayer options.
- The AI can be overly predictable and easy for experienced players, reducing the challenge.
- Some players find the new mechanics and rules confusing, detracting from the overall experience.
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game is noted for lacking a narrative, with multiple users emphasizing that it has no story to engage with.
“This game has no story.”
“0 (no story)”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics and user interface are visually appealing and user-friendly, enhancing the overall gaming experience. Additionally, the AI provides a satisfactory challenge in single-player mode.
“The UI and graphics are pleasing and straightforward, and the AI is capable enough to offer a bit of a challenge for single-player mode.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users noting that it consists mainly of ambient sounds or filler noises rather than a cohesive musical score. This has led to a perception of a lack of engaging or memorable music in the game.
“Just filling noises, no music.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users generally find the game to be highly replayable, with many describing it as infinitely or nearly infinitely replayable, suggesting a strong incentive to return to the game for multiple playthroughs.
“The game is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
“Every decision you make leads to different outcomes, making it a game you can enjoy multiple times.”
“The variety of paths and choices ensures that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
“Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again. The side quests feel repetitive and lack depth.”
“The game offers a linear experience with no real choices that affect the outcome, making multiple playthroughs feel pointless.”
“While the graphics are stunning, the lack of varied gameplay mechanics means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than a fun experience.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the variety of gameplay modes, enhancing the overall experience, but caution is advised regarding the unique mechanics of new pieces, which may require careful reading of the instructions.
“I have played a little bit with my girlfriend, and I must say that I really enjoy the variety of gameplay modes.”
“Make sure you read how the pieces move on the store page since the new pieces have some very strange mechanics.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally reliable, functioning effectively 99% of the time, though users have noted some minor bugs.
“The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
“I experience constant lag and glitches that ruin the gameplay.”
“There are too many bugs that disrupt the overall experience.”
