Chessformer

About

Chessformer is a unique blend of chess and platformer games, where you must carefully move chess pieces to reach the goal while also competing against AI or other players. Each piece has unique abilities and movements, adding strategic depth to both the chess and platformer aspects. The game features procedurally generated levels, providing endless replayability and challenges for fans of both genres.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

99%

Audience ScoreBased on 163 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

The game features clever and creative puzzles that effectively utilize chess mechanics, providing a fun and engaging experience.
It's a short but enjoyable game, with a satisfying difficulty curve that allows players to think critically without becoming frustrated.
The unique combination of chess movement and gravity adds an interesting twist to the gameplay, making it a refreshing take on puzzle games.

The game is relatively short, with many players completing it in under two hours, leaving them wanting more content.
Some puzzles may feel too easy or repetitive, lacking the depth and complexity that could enhance the overall experience.
There are requests for additional features, such as a level editor or more challenging levels, indicating that players feel the game has untapped potential.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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59%
14%
The gameplay is characterized by its innovative use of chess mechanics combined with gravity, creating a unique puzzle experience that is both engaging and accessible. While the game features a limited number of mechanics, it effectively utilizes them to offer a satisfying mix of challenge and creativity in its puzzles. Players appreciate the game's design and express a desire for more levels and deeper mechanics in potential future updates.
- “Using chess movements as a platforming mechanic was really fun, and I would've loved to see more levels!”
- “I really enjoyed the puzzles; they were just about the perfect mix of new mechanics and old mechanics used in new ways, at a difficulty level that was both challenging yet not stress-inducing.”
- “The chess mechanics feel very natural, and each piece has its own variety of movement puzzles which all mesh together nicely when you have a variety of pieces on the board.”
- “This is less of a 'platformer' than other games that bear the 'puzzle platformer' label; there is no real-time element to this game, but the pieces do experience gravity, which is an essential mechanic for most of the levels.”
- “Unfortunately, the mechanics don't provide much depth, and a lot of levels recycle the same strategies.”
- “For the price I'd recommend it, but I'd like to see a sequel with new mechanics.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics are described as simple and cute, effectively complementing the game's sound design and aesthetic. While generally pleasing, some users noted minor issues, such as oversized button visuals and a desire for more varied art styles and music tracks as the game progresses. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the experience, making it a charming platformer puzzle game.
- “The visuals are simple, cute, and work well.”
- “Short, aesthetically pleasing platformer puzzle game.”
- “Plus, the presentation is simple in aesthetic and its sole track fits the genre pretty well and it doesn't get annoying over time.”
- “If this is to be an improved version, I would have liked some improvement in the art style as you progress through the levels.”
- “The visuals are simple and cute, but the button visuals appear too big and the edges go off their tiles, which is a minor complaint.”
- “While the presentation is simple and aesthetically pleasing, it lacks depth and variety in the graphics.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with users noting that the volume controls are cumbersome and lack precision, particularly in the menu screen. Additionally, there is a desire for more variety in the music tracks, as players find themselves listening to an endless loop throughout the game.
- “The music and sound design create an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “The variety of music tracks keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging, making each level feel unique.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the game's theme, adding depth and emotion to the player's journey.”
- “The music and sound buttons are really weird since you need to hold them to make it go up or down, meaning you can't fine-tune the volume to your exact liking.”
- “Issues only exist in the menu screen where you can't really adjust the music and sound volumes with precision.”
- “As an improved version, I would have liked to see enhancements in the art style as you progress through the levels or more music tracks, as you always hear an endless loop.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game, noting that it is engaging and well-paced, lasting around two hours, which prevents it from becoming tedious.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is highly praised for its excellent price-performance ratio, receiving a perfect score of 10/10 for optimization.
- “10/10 for this great price-performance ratio”
- “The optimization in this game allows for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the settings to maximize performance without sacrificing quality.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game offers limited replayability, which diminishes its overall value, though players still find enjoyment during their initial playthrough.
- “No real replayability and therefore barely worth it, but I had fun.”
- “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel pointless.”