Chessplosion

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Chessplosion is a single player and multiplayer arcade puzzle game. It was developed by C.T. Matthews and was released on September 21, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Chessplosion is an arcade action puzzle game that combines chess with bomb-dropping mayhem. Play solo in Adventure Mode, Dungeon Mode, Puzzle Mode, or Survival Mode, or challenge friends in local 2-player Battle Mode. With a variety of enemies, boss fights, upgrades, and weapons, Chessplosion offers dynamic gameplay and replayability."

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Audience ScoreBased on 112 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

Innovative blend of chess and Bomberman mechanics, providing a fun and chaotic gameplay experience.
Offers a variety of game modes, including Adventure, Puzzle, Survival, and Dungeon modes, catering to different play styles and skill levels.
Accessible for players of all skill levels, with a good tutorial and plenty of customization options to adjust difficulty.

Online multiplayer is often unplayable due to a lack of active players and connection issues.
Some modes, particularly the roguelike Dungeon mode, may not appeal to all players and can feel repetitive.
The music can become repetitive over time, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its fast-paced, strategic challenges that blend elements of traditional chess with innovative mechanics, offering a variety of modes and competitive experiences. Players appreciate the depth and complexity that arise from simple rules, making it accessible yet engaging for both casual and tactical gamers. The inclusion of a free demo allows potential players to explore the unique gameplay before committing.
- “I loved its gameplay that challenges quick strategy skills and reflexes.”
- “Really fun, fast-paced and cool gameplay, with lots of space for intelligent plays.”
- “Intense gameplay and puzzles that truly puzzle?”
- “If you're the least bit interested in game mechanic design or want a real-time tactical PvE/PvP puzzler - the fact that these words sound weird when put together says something about the ingenuity displayed here - this game will be your treat.”
- “This is a great game that uses its simplicity and straightforward chess moves to combine it into a deep and complex gameplay as you'll constantly be planning 2 moves in advance.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and ability to enhance the gameplay experience, featuring a clean, minimalist aesthetic and an excellent soundtrack. However, some users noted that the music can become repetitive over time, although the option to turn it off is appreciated. Overall, while the soundtrack is well-received, its repetitiveness may detract from the experience for some players.
- “It's really wonderful even just to give it a shot, and the soundtrack is just...really good.”
- “Oh, and the soundtrack is excellent too.”
- “This game is great and the music has no business being as good as it is.”
- “Music became repetitive at some point, but thankfully we can turn it off.”
- “Relatively repetitive music.”
- “The base game soundtrack gives me a severe headache due to the sound constantly moving from one ear to another.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable, especially when it comes to playfully trolling friends using the knight piece, which adds a lighthearted and entertaining dynamic to gameplay.
- “Really funny trolling friends with the knight piece.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever puns had me laughing out loud.”
- “The absurd situations and quirky characters make every moment entertaining.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a clean, minimalist aesthetic that enhances the overall experience, complemented by a decent soundtrack that effectively supports the action.
- “The game features a clean, minimalist aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and detailed environments that draw you in.”
- “The art style is unique and beautifully crafted, making every scene a visual delight.”
replayability
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Players find the game surprisingly rich in content, offering significant replayability despite its seemingly simple design.
- “For how simple it looks on paper, it is full of content and replayability.”