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Games like Chess But Better

Games like Chess But Better

Looking for games like Chess But Better? Here are top tactical turn-based strategy recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Aetherantis Realm of Fates, Dark Quest 2 or Gravel Gang.

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  1. Add to your Wishlist to get instant updates and news upon launch! 1. Game OverviewAetherantis: Realm of Fates is a turn-based strategy board game blending resource gathering, territory development and fate card mechanics, set within a whimsical fantasy mythos and crafted to deliver authentic tabletop gaming fun. Up to four players can compete locally on a single device, with options for free-for-a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aetherantis Realm of Fates.

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  2. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 672 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Dark Quest 2 is a turn based RPG inspired by legendary board game Hero Quest. The game features a party based system where you control a group of heroes, an isometric hand-drawn art style, dice based mechanics for all computations - (it rolls dice to determine an outcome) and much more. Each map is designed to take you through an adventure that will test your party's strength, courage and sanit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Quest 2.

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  3. Gravel Gang is a simple but challenging real-time strategy/tactic casual game. Make smart plans and show your strategic skills, fight and conquer the challenging maps to WIN! You will be richly rewarded for victories, you can buy epic heroes and prove your skills with them. Download it and experience for yourself! ONLINE MULTIPLAYER Online multiplayer is one of the most excit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gravel Gang.

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  4. Tank games are indispensable war games for both adults and children. The fact that the tank game is online doubled this excitement. Because you can have great tank battles with users connected from different parts of the world, this tank game allows you to show who is more robust. There are three other war tanks in this game, which is a candidate to be one of the best simulation games. Each tank h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tank Online: War Shooting Simulator.

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  5. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 403 reviews
    Critic Score 62%Based on 1 reviews

    Mech Armada provides a fresh combination of turn-based tactics, deckbuilding and rogue-likes. You are in command of a team of custom-built Mechs. Push your strategic skills to the limit as you save what's left of the Earth from the Swarm. You'll need to plan carefully if you want to overpower the invading Swarm in a series of small tactical battles. Upgrade and build your deck of available Mechs,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mech Armada.

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  6. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    76% User Score Based on 108 reviews

    A Druid's Duel is a fast paced turn-based strategy game set in a world of Celtic lore where players can create and destroy the board by harnessing the power of nature. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Druid's Duel.

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  7. JULPAE is a free online strategy card game with a Korean-inspired atmosphere. Players take turns playing cards or passing while reading the flow of the table. Victory is not decided simply by playing the strongest cards. The core of JULPAE is making better decisions based on your opponent’s choices, pass timing, hidden information, and team deduction. 4-Player Online Card Battles JULPAE’s main … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to JULPAE.

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  8. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    83% User Score Based on 104 reviews

    Agent 11 is back. The iconic tactical deck-builder returns, with new tricks up its impeccably tailored sleeves and this time its with friends. Improvise within the space, adapt your deck to the challenges ahead, and overcome a roster of new enemies in stylish, animated, fight sequences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2 Fights in 2 Tight Spaces.

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  9. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    54% User Score Based on 267 reviews

     PLAY ON STEAM  Controls: WASD to moveSPACE to dashJ/K to change skinESC to pause (and change settings) Music by Stevia Sphere If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Survivors.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 147 reviews

    Radiis is a turn based strategy game without any moving units, only buildings. Place your buildings wisely and be the first player to conquer the land. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Radiis.

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  11. 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.

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  12. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 176 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 4 reviews

    Super Dungeon® Tactics is a turn-based strategy game in which players create a guild of Heroes to combat the Dark Consul’s forces throughout Crystalia. As the guild master you choose to take on bounties, answer the pleas of the public, or answer a noble call to adventure. Whether for altruistic reasons, just getting your cut, or a little of both, complete quests, gather loot, attract Heroes, and r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Dungeon Tactics.

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  13. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    68% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    The year is 2130. Sedvan’s spheres, advanced teleportation devices, have activated themselves after decades of remaining dormant. Tactical Troops, a unit of interplanetary mercenaries, are called for what seems like a routine mission on planet Anthracite. This excluded world turns out to hold dangers nobody expected. Top-down, turn-based game that mixes tactical skills and the feeling of 80's sci… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tactical Troops: Anthracite Shift.

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  14. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    73% User Score Based on 44 reviews

    Battle with robots on dynamic, randomly generated battlegrounds, as you attempt to take on the world in this unique turn-based strategy game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ground Breakers.

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  15. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    91% User Score Based on 486 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Concrete Jungle is a new take on the city building genre that swaps micro-management for a more strategic and puzzle-orientated style of city planning. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Concrete Jungle.

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  16. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    Post Human W.A.R is a turn-based tactical and psychological strategy game in an absurd and original post-apocalyptic background. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Post Human W.A.R.

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  17. 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.

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  18. Think you know chess? Try it in 3D — then add mana and deckbuilding. ChessFinity’s free Steam demo is live. Play it now and wishlist for Early Access. DEMO (available now) The demo is a focused solo slice so you can try the core systems right away: Solo play (vs AI or self-play) 5 modes: Classic, 3D Modded, Mana, Co-op, and FFA presets A small sample of puzzles + mini-games EAR… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ChessFinity.

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  19. Panacle: Back to the Wild is a indie card game developed by one person. The game not only combines the best of War Chess, roguelike, Building Deck, but also has an original "Tactical Position" game mechanic, and a series of characters and cards designed with the "Tactical Position" mechanic as the core. In terms of worldview and story, I will try to create a different kind of h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Panacle: Back To Wild.

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  20. XR22-SEAGUARD is a PC and VR game that is an immersive version of the classic game 'Battleship'. It has impressive graphics and realistic sound effects. Players can play against AI opponents or challenge other players in different game modes. The game is set in an industrial building and the playfields are 85 meters long, 51 meters wide, and 38 meters high. The main props include a 42 square … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to XR22-SEAGUARD.

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  21. Inspired by Pong, Overball reinvents the classic formula with explosive power-ups, destructible defenses, and a ball that grows more dangerous with every hit. Battle with up to 6 local players in fast-paced, frantic, and utterly chaotic matches. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Overball.

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  22. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, character development
    68% User Score Based on 529 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Test your skills in this light-hearted battle between friends! Heroic teams have gathered to engage in friendly contests on the Academy playfields. Will your team emerge triumphant? Enter a world of swords and magic, and challenge friends old and new to a contest of tactics and skill. From the human Council to the mysterious Dark Elves, every team needs a fearless captain to lead them to victory.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hero Academy.

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  23. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    Welcome to the digital client of the acclaimed tabletop board game, Legacy's Allure. Legacy's Allure is a customizable, card-based wargame with no randomness. Imagine chess but with customization, deeper mechanics, and a high-fantasy theme. Legacy's Allure has been called a "streamlined wargame" due to its elegance and accessibility. This digital client includes tutorials, puzzles, lore… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legacy's Allure.

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  24. 34%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    34% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    Become a villain in this retro-inspired board game. Draft terrain tiles, recruit monsters, build your map, and become the OVERBOSS! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Overboss.

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  25. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    93% User Score Based on 492 reviews

    In Morphblade you move around a grid slicing, smashing and bursting waves of nasty red bugs. Each tile you move to transforms you into a different weapon: on a Blades hex you can slice enemies on either side of you, on an Arrow you can launch yourself through two enemies in a row. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Morphblade.

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  26. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    75% User Score Based on 136 reviews

    A deep indie strategy RPG with destructible battlefields; the ability to build bridges, traps, and barricades; the ability to shove enemies off cliffs and into lava; and full-fledged mod support. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Telepath Tactics.

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  27. The customizable board game with card battler elements. Build your own units, craft your own abilities and set your own game rules. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wardens.

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  28. Story In 1986, three children obsessed with chess play again and again without ever stopping. Chess is their passion and their reason for living. “Checkmate” is their way of saying hello to one another. Years later, now brilliant science students, they decide to build a probe bound for the cosmos as their graduation project. Inside the probe rests a chess set, carefully stored in its case, inten… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chyss.

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  29. Superchess is chess evolved. Every piece has hit points, attack power, and unique abilities. A Knight doesn't just move in an L — it can charge, dealing full damage on impact, or unleash a fire charge that leaves opponents burning. A Queen can curse the enemy. A Rook can fortify. A Pawn can self-destruct and take everything nearby with it. The board you know is still there. The rules you've learn… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SUPERCHESS.

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  30. Rookspell merges the tactical depth of chess with the chaotic energy of a card game roguelike. You play on a real chess board, commanding pieces that move exactly as you'd expect - but then your hand of spell cards changes everything. Freeze a bishop mid-advance, summon a pawn army, or teleport your queen across the board in a single turn. No two runs play the same way. Each run starts with a sta… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rookspell.

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  31. Welcome to Perodia TCG, an immersive trading card game inspired by the periodic table of elements. In Perodia TCG, you command an array of elemental creatures, energy sources, and powerful equipment to defeat opponents. Engage in strategic battles and use your knowledge of chemistry and tactical prowess to emerge victorious. Game Features Elemental Creatures (Elees): Control unique Elees, each … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alembix TCG.

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  32. Sente is a strategic board game where every player moves at the same time.   Your victory isn’t about acting first; it’s about thinking ahead.   Set out on a campaign to outthink your opponent by placing your nodes and spreading your energy network across the board. Try to anticipate your opponent and commit to a strategy that may well change in the next turn. The match ends when either you (or… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sente.

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  33. Diception is a fast, minimalistic conquest game. Inspired by classics like Risk and DiceWars, it features quick turn-based matches, an extensive campaign, a built-in editor, and local multiplayer for up to 8 players. By replacing the classic isometric view with an optimized 2D Grid View, the game offers seamless Mouse, Keyboard, and Gamepad support for a lightning-fast experience. Key Features:… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DICEPTION.

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  34. Where Strategy and Speed Intersect - A New Era Board GameLudiger is an entirely new type of competitive strategy board game that fuses the accessibility of simplified chess with the unit characteristic systems of SRPG (Simulation RPG). ⚔️ Chess × SRPG-like Strategic Game SystemSimple Yet Deep "Defeat the opponent's stronghold (Ludiger)" "Defeat the opponent's Fenria" Vict… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ludiger.

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  35. Follow us Official YouTube: @TheGreatWastes Official Bilibili Space id: 613471349 Official QQ group:        Official QQ group 1:531097662 About the GameClassic Pixel RPGThe Great Wastes is crafted with classic 2D pixel art and features a story told through a traditional linear narrative. The main storyline is divided into multiple chapters, and as the story progresses, new areas for free … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Great Wastes.

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  36. RPG CHESS - A TURN-BASED RPG, EXCEPT IT'S ALSO CHESSIn this game, every chess move can trigger a battle. RPG Chess reimagines chess as a turn-based strategy game with RPG combat, where pieces fight instead of being captured and teams are built through Kings, classes and abilities. FEATURES Chess Gameplay with an RPG Twist   Every attack initiates a battle! Instead of capturing pieces, you ente… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RPG Chess.

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  37. Team: María del Mar Martínez Tabaco - Art, Environement ArtYoran Fory - Art, Animation & FXMeltem Ozcelik - Art, Character Art & UIPreben Rønningen - Programming, UI Implementation, GameplayZenn Geeraerts - Programming, GameplayThomas Vincent - Programmin, GeneralistAbout: The goal of our game is pretty straightforward: You customize your titan’s ability set to your own liking to develop winning s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Titan's Tribute.

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  38. The earth is under attack by an unknown terror group with frightfully advance technology. You are in control of the earth's best military group and must save the world against this unknown terror group in incredibly challenging turn-based strategy combat. Key Features: Fight complex turn-based strategy battles against local, online or AI opponents. Sandbox builder includes +30 units, envi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legions at War.

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  39. Miasma 2, the sequel to the Xbox Live Indie strategy game, was released in 2012 in the "Indie Games" category and on PC. It's now been rebuilt for modern processors and made available on Steam with support for Cloud Saves, Achievements and Steam Leaderboards. It is presented here, like the original, as a glimpse into XBLIG development at the time. Original (2012) description: E… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miasma 2: Freedom Uprising.

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  40. Pocket Panzers is my first multiplayer game, powered by Photon PUN. You need at least one other person to play a match with. The game is a 2D turn based artillery game. In each round, you get an increasing amount of money to spend on shells. You control the launch impulse and angle of your tank, and to a limited extent the movement of your tank. The goal of each match is to be the last tank standi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pocket Panzers.

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  41. Control a squad of elite soldiers to defend the world against an invading insurgent threat. Each mission attempt creates a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Riflestorm.

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  42. Autoloo is a fast-paced, auto-battling strategy game inspired by the armies of Waterloo. Build your army. Position your troops. Press start. Then watch history collide. Designed for players who love the grand tactics of Total War but want matches that finish in under a minute, Autoloo delivers strategic depth in bite-sized battles. Recruit infantry, cavalry, artillery, and elite units from a Na… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Autoloo.

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    80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 51 reviews

    Begin your journey in Zenith, a land teeming with powerful monsters known as Creo. As shadowy organizations rise and ancient secrets stir, your personal quest to find your missing father leads you into the heart of a much larger mystery. At the same time, can you rise through the ranks and become a true Evoking Master? EvoCreo brings a fresh take on the creature-collector genre while payin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EvoCreo.

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  44. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    98% User Score Based on 144 reviews

    A turn-based roguelite unlike anything you've played beforeDive into the microscopic world - cure the virus ravaging the planet. In Cell Command, units grow when they move, and attacks shrink them. A "tank" could be a long, winding python that clogs up the battlefield & encircles its prey!     Mix DNA nucleotides A C G T to discover unique, unicellular combatantsCommand c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cell Command.

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  45. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    68% User Score Based on 698 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Fully-fledged Video Game Adaptation based on one of the most successful BOARD GAMES in recent years. Play as one of the survived crew members. Plan and make actions in turn-based SOLO or MULTIPLAYER modes. Be a team player or a traitor - Each scenario will be DIFFERENT! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nemesis Lockdown.

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  46. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere
    85% User Score Based on 112 reviews

    Pip My Dice is a roguelike deck builder inspired by Balatro and the Yahtzee game. Customize different dice and use them together with powerful relics to break high scores and climb the leaderboard. Collect powerful relics to create synergies with your dice and upgrade your combination slots. Take your time and make wise decisions about what you buy in the shop and how you use it. Don't be greedy, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pip My Dice.

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  47. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    81% User Score Based on 257 reviews

    Chess meets Fighting games. Crush your opponents in the arena and on the chessboard in this online multiplayer competitive tactical fighting game that mixes the strategical elegance of Chess with the fast-paced execution of fighting games. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Checkmate Showdown.

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  49. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    Discord Server About the GameHexteria is a casual but challenging Turn-Based Strategy and Puzzle game. The concept is simple: each turn you rotate one hexagonal tile on the board to take over your opponents' tiles. Online and Offline Multiplayer for up to 6 players Single Player Campaign with 42 levels Use the Level Editor to create, share and play your own levels AI controlled players with… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hexteria.

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  50. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    84% User Score Based on 74 reviews

    Gigachess is a hero defense puzzler on a chess board. Command your party of Knights, Rooks & Bishops against the relentless Pawn onslaught! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gigachess.

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