King's Hand

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Classic 1v1 Chess, but you also have unique cards that will help you with dethroning your opponent's King. There is no checkmate nor stalemate, just a brawl between two royal families.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers an interesting spin on classic chess with card effects that can enhance gameplay.
Some players appreciate the pixel art style and find it charming.
The game can be enjoyable for both chess enthusiasts and newcomers, providing a unique experience.

The game suffers from poor graphics and a lack of polish, which detracts from the overall experience.
It is heavily laden with microtransactions, making it feel consumer-hostile and deceptive despite being labeled as 'free'.
The player base is extremely low, with reports of only a handful of concurrent players, indicating a lack of interest and support.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The graphics have been criticized as "godawful" and resembling "lazy pixelcrap," suggesting a lack of skill or resources from the developer. While some players find charm in retro-style visuals, many agree that poor graphics detract from the overall gaming experience, regardless of gameplay quality.
- “This feature is really godawful, lazy pixel crap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “Games like Terraria and Stardew Valley succeeded despite the bad graphics, not because of them.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is criticized for its monetization strategy, which heavily relies on mobile app store-style microtransactions, leading players to feel that it is not truly free.
- “This isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
- “It's frustrating that progress is heavily gated behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy without spending.”