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The chess you know ends on the first move. In Last Gambit the board doesn't hand you an army: you build it yourself. Piece by piece, battle by battle, until your formation looks like nothing an opening manual ever prepared for.An army that grows with you 27 pieces, from the six classics to ones you won't find in any chess club: the Unicorn, the Griffon, the Void Queen that leaves through one edge… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Gambit.

38%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

64% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Chess: The Lost Pieces The chess game with deck building. Use unique pieces such as, - a pawn that needs to be charged to move, - a rook that can pull pieces from afar, - a knight that gets more mobile the longer it stays on the board, - a bishop that moves off the board and ends up on the other side, - a queen that captures its capturer when it get gets captured, or - a king that can swap pla… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess: The Lost Pieces.

You read the board. Did you read the trick? Shogi: Magic & Mischief combines shogi (Japanese chess) with hidden information, rule-bending spells, and custom pieces and starting setups. That pawn might become a promoted threat without moving. Two defenders might swap places. A move from the fog might catch you completely off guard. Read the position, anticipate the trick, and turn the tab… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shogi: Magic & Mischief.

A fantasy chess variant. An enchanted board where pawns hide magical secrets. Hatch dragons, transform enemy pieces into unicorns. Outwit clever computer opponents: Jester, Bard, or Wizard —or pass and play. Beginner-friendly to deliciously strategic. Handcrafted pixel art. Local gameplay, so retro! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CHESST.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

82% User Score Based on 122 reviews

Dark Chess is a game of chess with fog of war. Fast paced PvP battler based on classic rules. Whether you are a die-hard chess-lover or an amateur board game admirer, Dark Chess will appeal to anyone who likes the thrill of battle. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Chess.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

92% User Score Based on 602 reviews

secretly the most overpowered game in existence If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Evolved Online.

Crownfront is a turn-based strategy game played on a board that sits on the floor of a room. Your castles, farms, forests and armies are pieces on that board, and you can see the whole kingdom from one end to the other, including the enemy's side. It plays like a classic RTS in structure. You gather resources, put up buildings, expand across the map and eventually attack. The difference is that i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crownfront.

Escape custom chess boards with your king while your opponent hunts you down. Play campaigns, solve puzzles, compete locally or ranked online, and build your own puzzles and campaigns in the editor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chesscape Room.

It's Not Chess. It's Better! PLUG & PLAY. Nothing new to learn...just fun new moves & easier gameplay. Modes of play: Online Multiplayer  - Single Device Multiplayer - Battle the A.I. - Variant Options - Roguelike / Deckbuilder. NEW Strategies. MORE Possibilities. Combine Powers: Move two pieces onto the same square using traditional chess moves to create powerful hybrids such a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chessplus: Combine + Conquer.

Chess of Fortune is a unique variant of the game of chess. It is a simple game based on luck and strategy. The game uses standard chess pieces and is played on half of a standard chess board. The rules for moving and capturing pieces have been completely revamped and the game incorporates an element of randomness when bringing each piece into play. It has simple rules and moves which are less … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess of Fortune.

Chess meets Idle RPG! Forget checkmate—pieces have HP, stats, and loot. Earn gold for every move, upgrade your army, and unlock skills like Splash Damage. Automate your board to grind endlessly, then Rebirth for massive multipliers. A strategic loop of infinite scaling and pixel-art destruction. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pixel Chess Idle RPG.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

91% User Score Based on 74 reviews

Chess'Extra is a new free chess game with a 10x10 board and 2 new pieces: Priest and Assassin. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess'Extra.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

88% User Score Based on 504 reviews

The Ouroboros King combines the strategic tactical depth of chess with the build variety and replayability of roguelikes. Build a formidable army, discover powerful relics, and buy surprising gadgets to defeat the three evil witches. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Ouroboros King.

Chess moves, real battles: every unit has health, attack and armour, and a blow deals damage instead of taking a piece. Survive a melee and you strike back. Fight a campaign of card-built armies and shifting world rules, or take on a friend online. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chesstics.

Chessplosion reinvents chess with an explosive Giant Pawn that occupies a 2×2 area. Face the AI or other players, solve puzzles, and customize special rules to create tactical, unpredictable matches filled with surprising turns. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chessplosion.

Build from over 1000 cards across multiple archetypes and many Extra Deck bosses — every one of them earned by playing, or crafted directly if the packs won't cooperate. Then find out what your deck is worth against real opponents, or against multiple AI duelists. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reliquary.

A clash of gods, played over sixty four squares.Two thrones face each other across the board. The old gods bring their feuds here, where spears become pieces and Ragnarok plays out one move at a time. Three rule sets share the same field. Pick the contest that suits your hand. Classic Chess The old game of kings, as mortals have played it for a thousand winters. Castling, en passant, promotion, c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Odin's Chess.

Everything hinges on the fold Paper Flags is a two-player strategy game on a 9×9 board. Every pieces starts folded: moving one square diagonally forward, contained and deliberate. Unfold it, and it becomes a flag: sliding any number of squares along a rank or file, like a rook with somewhere to be. That change—one piece, one action, no movement—is enough to end a game. Three Actions | Constant Pre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paper Flags.

CHESS.0 is a modern, neon-styled take on classic chess, blending traditional strategy with a sleek retro aesthetic. Features: Futuristic Interface: Play classic chess with a stylized retro-neon interface that elevates the traditional game. Intelligent Chess Engine: Smooth, strategic move selection with a toggleable CPU mode for solo play or local two-player matches. Local Play: Turn off t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CHESS.0.

Chessillo fuses chess with an army-building roguelike.Your pieces move like they do in chess, but their abilities don't play by the rules: a pawn can come back from the dead, a king can inherit another piece's movement, and a rook can cross the board through a portal. Recruit pieces, equip them with abilities from different factions, and topple three enemy kings. Three ways to winNot every battle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chessillo.

Be ready for legendary fights. Epic strategy. Pure intensity. Welcome to Choc Tactic for Chess Master. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Choc Tactic for Chess Master.

A chess-derived game that shares the original pieces and square mechanics, but buffs the gameplay and strategy possibilities with the introduction of spells, items, game elements, and much more. Dunchess is in Early Access, so what you get today is the online multiplayer game: full matches against other players, with all the spells, items, elements and dungeons listed below. We're still building … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dunchess.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

53% User Score Based on 7 reviews

Over 3.000.000 chess puzzles One playthrough of a map contains 54 different chess puzzles which differ in difficulty from mate in 1 to mate in 4. But every time you start a new run, you get 54 new puzzles out of the big pool of 3.000.000 puzzles. Now for a fun fact: You could play more than 10.000 days without repeating a puzzle. And to be honest I bet you won’t get it, if there is some repet… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Schachkampf - Fantasy Chess.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Emplacement is an innovative and strategic turn-based game that combines elements of tile-laying and combat. The game is played on an isometric board, with each player taking turns to place tiles in an attempt to gain the upper hand over their opponent. The game is similar to chess in that players must think ahead and anticipate their opponent's moves in order to succeed.As the game progresses, pl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Emplacement.

Strategy CCG,TCG card game. Play tactic Auto Chess, PVP, PVE, RPG, Rogue battles If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Epic Cards Battle 3.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Chess of Mana is chess like you’ve never seen before, a magical battlefield where capturing a piece isn’t the end… it’s just the beginning. In this vibrant fantasy world, Celts and Orcs clash in strategic duels powered by a magical resource called Mana. With it, you can revive fallen pieces and turn the tide of battle in unexpected ways. Forget the fear of making bold moves and losing your pieces!… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess of Mana.

Play Chess Your WayChess Fantasy reimagines the timeless game of kings as a world that's entirely your own. Whether you're learning your first opening or hunting checkmate against players across the globe, every match is yours to shape, and yours to style. Personalize Your PiecesMake your King, Queen, Knight, Bishop, Rook, and Pawn truly yours. Customize every piece to build a chess set that st… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Fantasy.

Discover the Timeless Joy of Checkers: A Classic Reimagined for Modern Players If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Checkers.

MetaChess is a chess variant that lets you battle with the army that you choose. MetaChess introduces new possible roles for every piece, creating billions of more possible game possibilities. No memorized openings. No solved metas. Every match is a new puzzle.  Features Build your army by customizing piece roles to match your strategy Challenge AI bots to sharpen tactics and ex… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MetaChess.

NOTHING IS WHAT IT SEEMSCHEES is a mind-bending chess twist where your rooks might slither like pawns, bishops charge like queens, and your trusted knight hops like a rook. One wrong assumption and your grand strategy crumbles. Every piece lies. Every move is a gamble. Can you see through the chaos? EVERY GAME, A NEW PUZZLEForget memorized openings—they're useless here. Each match shuffles piec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chees.

Your Finals Have Begun. Will You Ascend or Fall? At Twisted University, the ancient tic-tac-toe grid is a battleground of curses and counter-spells. Score three-in-a-row to manifest magical stairs and ascend to your professors, defeating them in tactical deck-building duels. Navigate the randomized ascent through the Twisted Tower and graduate, or flunk back into academic oblivion. Features Ar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twist-tac-toe.

JOURNEY THROUGH THE AGES TO ASCEND YOUR EMPIRE Build a nation from nothing into a thriving empire. Grow your economy, manage resources, and secure prosperity. Raise a powerful army, expand your borders, and crush your enemies. Lead your realm to victory and carve your legacy into history. MASTER WAR ACROSS ERAS From tactical skirmishes to massive sieges, adapt your strategy to the evolvi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ascendant Realms.

Customize your board with a host of new pieces. Start with an aggressive forward assault, Or perhaps a defensive fortress designed to weather the storm. Will you outwit, outmanoeuvre, or out-explode your way to victory? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chessemble.

Blindfold Chess is a minimalist strategy game where you play chess entirely from memory. Practice with blindfold exercises, improve your visualization, and battle Stockfish AI or online players without ever seeing the board. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blindfold Chess.

A long, long time ago. Countless nations have been born and died on the continent of Shizaka. You will explore the stories of nations, soldiers, and residents in this unknown land, investigate and discover why these stories were told, and uncover the secrets of the Shizaka Continent, one by one. A great war is brewing in the world of Shizaka. Choose your nation and troops and go head-… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NONAME.

21%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

30% User Score Based on 20 reviews

Chess players, it's time to enjoy a highly delectable duel of intelligence! chessVR is a cross-platform VR chess strategy game, developed by an individual game team SUPLIFE, where you can challenge VR players or compete with 7 million mobile players online. A beginner or a master, whatever you may be, chessVR can satisfy your every need. Try to interact with NPC and pieces, you might find surprisi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess VR.

In the medieval times there used to be battles, kingdoms used to fight to conquer each other, and on that concept a game was created named "Chess". Experience those fights in the Real world as well as Demon world graphics. The game is not limited to human characters but also has a variety of Demonic characters and a lot of customizations for every character!KEY FEATURESCOMBAT VIEW You ca… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rule The World CHESS.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

THE TURN BASED RTS Base Wars goes where no other game has gone before and melds the big picture strategy of RTS games with the thoughtful pacing of TBS games. The result? Tactical perfection! Build up your territory, create a brand new army composition, take control of the land, and strike down whoever stands in your way! This game feels familiar, yet entirely novel through its boundary breaking … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Base Wars.

About This GameHexLight™ turns a glowing hex battlefield into a deterministic war of color, geometry, and devastating action chains. Command evolving shapes, capture factories, solve 30 handcrafted puzzles, and battle solo, locally, or online—then tailor the battlefield with Xbox controller support, an accessibility mode that turns off flashing, and your choice of Light or Dark Mode with custom li… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HexLight.

Welcome to Cybersoul, where Multiplayer, Deckbuilding, Card Games, Auto Battlers, and a compulsive Dark Web, Souls & Star Power incremental idle system collide in a flash of neon. Jack into the ultimate Cyberpunk Card Battler, launching with 33+ dystopian Factions and over 1,200 cards. Battle 33 Heroes. Defeat your Friends. Go dark, play Solo offline. Compiled in the static of a dying world,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cybersoul.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

94% User Score Based on 18 reviews

A roguelike chess game where players see how far one set of pieces will take them. A short, run based game that respects the classic, but with a few fun twists. Compete against friends and the world on the leaderboards, how far will you go? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Waves of Chess.

Chess variant as a civilization simulator. Based heavily on global conquest and resource management. Features. Struggle with resource management as you have to mine steel from nodes. Choose between building options when you have to construct various structures to further your teams goals. Strategize in different ways as the game allows for several different play styles and tactics. Stay f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Global Chess.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:monetization, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

86% User Score Based on 740 reviews

Play your chess variants against the AI and your friends online. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ChessCraft.

58%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

65% User Score Based on 40 reviews

Warpaint is a physics boardgame where you command an army of dwarves and launch catapults. Strike fear into your opponent with your customized, painted army. Victory is won through superior tactical positioning and siege dexterity. Climb the rankings and brag about your battle born brains. The game is easy to learn, quick to play, and maintains tension at a relaxed pace. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warpaint.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, gameplay

81% User Score Based on 16 reviews

A Token War is a tactical, turn based deck building game where you assemble a unique collection of Tokens and Spells to use in battle across five distinct regions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Token War.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization

85% User Score Based on 20 reviews

Knighted is a chess-like strategy game. Out-wit Multiplayer opponents! Train against the computer in Skirmishes or in the story driven Campaign. Play against friends in custom lobbies. Dare to enter the online tournaments and face off against grand masters! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knighted.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

93% User Score Based on 380 reviews

Learn and play Go, the classic board game that has been played for thousands of years, and compete in the race to conquer the most land in the in-game world, or compete online against opponents around the real world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Conquest of Go.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

89% User Score Based on 152 reviews

Tile-based tactics game. Swap pieces to isolate your opponent, kill their king. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Feud.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

74% User Score Based on 31 reviews

The classical game of chess... now played in the beautiful Viking Lands! Play chess against your friends or versus the computer, unlock new scenarios and chess pieces and prove yourself to be the most fearless Viking alive! Features: Play against the computer with 3 different difficult levels; Unlock up to 12 beautiful scenarios for you to play in; Unlock 2 more Chess Pieces, with more elaborate d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ragnarok Chess.

"There was order once. We were promised it would last. The promise is the oldest lie." — inscription found in the ruins of the First Cathedral Theocide is a competitive tactical card battler where deckbuilding meets turn-based tactics. Your cards don't just resolve — they take the field. Every minion you summon becomes a piece on the battlefield, and every step, flank, and trade decides… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Theocide.