Shinogi Chess Club

About

At Yoshino High School, all that matters is your skill in Shinogi Chess. As the Spring Championships approach, Himiko Masaki investigates a dangerous organization and discovers a powerful ability. Climb the ranks, make new friends (and enemies), and search for answers in Shinogi Chess Club!

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

music2 positive mentions

graphics1 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and complex variation of chess, enhancing the strategic experience.
The narrative is compelling and humorous, filled with plot twists that keep players engaged.
The unique art style and music, along with strong voice acting, contribute to a memorable overall experience.

Some audio lines were recorded poorly, affecting the momentum of certain scenes.
The game has rough edges in animations and graphics that may detract from the presentation.
There are a few superficial presentation-related shortcomings that could be improved.

music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in Shinogi Chess Club is praised for its unique and engaging quality, featuring a bumping soundtrack that complements the intense gameplay. Overall, the combination of distinctive art and music enhances the gaming experience.
- “The art and music are both very unique (in a good way).”
- “Shinogi Chess Club hits you with that bumping soundtrack and hard-hitting chess play.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted as a key strength, with many users appreciating its compelling narrative and the clever use of plot twists that enhance the comedic elements.
- “The story was compelling, humorous, and had so many plot twists.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for being compelling and humorous, featuring numerous plot twists that keep players engaged.
- “The story was compelling, humorous, and filled with so many plot twists.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics may be rough, but its distinctive style and personality compensate for this shortcoming, with some players noting that they have come to appreciate the visuals over time.
- “The game has enough style and personality to make up for the rough graphics, though honestly, even that has grown on me over time.”