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Looking for games like Chess VS Shogi? Here are top strategy recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Checker Chess, Checkmate Draw or RTSakk.

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  1. Checkers Chess is a game where checkers pieces play against chess pieces. Obviously, just taking the mechanics of both games directly would make it very unfair, so a few changes have been made. Such changes include: A "void" zone that only checkers pieces can go to to prevent chess pieces from hugging wallsThe objective of the checkers pieces is not to capture the chess king, but all of the chess … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Checker Chess.

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  2. # Checkmate Draw - Early Access v0.1.0 **The world's first chess game with card abilities.** ⚠️ **IMPORTANT: EARLY ACCESS DISCLAIMER** ⚠️ ⚠️ **Art Disclaimer:** All card art and visual assets are AI-generated   ⚠️ **Bug Warning:** This is v0.1.0 Early Access - bugs are expected --- ## ♟️ Chess Mode - The Soul of This Game **This is what makes Checkmate Draw unique:** ✅ **Real Chess Rules**… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Checkmate Draw.

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  3. Scroll down for Hungarian description Real Time Chess! Our duo's entry for the HEJ- 2025 Július (One Game Month Hungary edition).  https://itch.io/jam/hej-2025-julius The classic game with a twist, unlike the traditional version, this one is not turn-based but happens in real time! Instead of capturing, pieces can shoot at the squares they can normally move to.The Pawn and the Knight can a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RTSakk.

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  4. Chess has evolved. Space has folded. Your mind will bend. Catenoid takes the timeless strategy of chess and warps it through a non-Euclidean playing field. Two standard 8x8 boards are connected at their centers, creating a unified 144-cell battlefield where pieces can slide seamlessly between dimensions. This is Wormhole Chess, originally designed as a 3D printed art puzzle by Dave @ davemakes… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Catenoid - Wormhole Chess.

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  5. 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.

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  6. BoomChess: A Modernized Tactical Chess Game BoomChess reimagines the classic game of chess in a modern, warfare-themed setting. Each traditional chess piece is transformed into a  military unit with health values, damage capabilities, as well as advantages and disadvantages. The game features a larger 9x8 board, fostering a strategic gameplay experience. Unique Gameplay Mechanics: Health and Da… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boom Chess.

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  7. 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.

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  8. Tired of traditional Chinese Chess? HyperChineseChess: Real-Time Battle – A Classic Reborn offers a fresh take! Face off against AI or challenge friends in real-time chess warfare. For extra thrills, try the Fog of War mode—where hidden moves intensify the clash! In traditional Chinese Chess, players should obey the rules below. The board consists of 9 horizontal and 10 vertical lines, divided b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 即时象棋:旧棋新弈 Hyper Chinese Chess.

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  9. Chess 2 is the sequel to world famous board game popular with pseudo-intellectuals, Chess 1. Chess 2 offers the same high levels of strategic gameplay of Chess 1 with modern improvements such as a more accessible control method and automatic scoring. Eliminate all of the opposing pieces to attain victory, but be warned that the pieces backed into a corner might not go quietly... Share your mouse … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess 2.

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  10. please notice: to start you have to click once on the game screen Welcome to Checkmate Tactics, a unique chess-based puzzle game! Strategically eliminate all chess pieces on the game board until only a single piece remains. Grind your way through 5 Ranks and 40 challenging levels to achieve victory. Remember the core rules: pieces can only move by capturing another chess piece, and each capture r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Checkmate Tactics.

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  11. Dicey Chess is a chess game in which the throw of the die decides how far you can move, adding a layer of unpredictability to every move. Key Features Highly Customizable Die Ranges: Make the pawn be able to walk between 1 and 3 or even 1 and 7 cells by modifying its die. Piece Types: Randomize the types of pieces you will be playing with. You could end up with 10 rooks or even 5 kings … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dicey Chess.

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  12. 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.

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  13. Assume the role of an elemental god facing off against another and command your troopers on the battlefloor to move, capture, and even directly attack your opponent!  This isn't about cornering some king... in Chokur, it's about using troopers of all ranks, kings included, to capture enemy troopers so that their souls may be used to power your divine magic and attack capabilities.  Captured troope… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chokur.

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  14. 45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    Makruk (Thai: หมากรุก; rtgs: Mak Ruk;), or Thai chess, is a board game descended from the 6th-century Indian game of chaturanga or a close relative thereof, and therefore related to chess. It is regarded as the most similar living game to this common ancestor of all chess variants. There are around two million Thais who can play makruk, while 5000 can play chess. According to former world chess ch… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Makruk - Thai Chess (หมากรุก).

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  15. 80%Game Brain Score
    80% User Score Based on 64 reviews

    As you know, chess is one of the oldest strategy games in the world. Chess is an excellent board logic game that develops such skills as tactics, strategy, and visual memory. The best 3d royal chess game is here! Play chess in immersive 3d and epic graphics. Challenge your friends to match or play against the ai players in the best chess game. Royal chess is one of the most epic and enjoyable che… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Royal Chess - 3D Chess Game.

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  16. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Who is the enemy that will move next? Try to predict your opponent's movements and counter with your own in Simulchess, the chess game where moves are resolved simultaneously! This is a two-player game. Grab a friend!  HOW TO PLAY: Use the mouse to click and select your unit, then click where you would like them to move.Pass control over to your opponent, and don't look at the screen while they ma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Simulchess Prototype.

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  17. Voice Chess is a simple take on the classical game of chess, where you command the game with your voice. It supports solo play and hot-seat mode, offering an accessible platform to refine chess skills through voice-controlled gameplay, simplifying moves and strategies without the need for traditional controls - so you can play your favorite game even when cooking or doing laundry! User Manual The … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voice Chess.

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  18. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Heighliner Chess is a chess variant based on Frank Herbert's Dune with a two-sided folding board.  Fold space to outplay your enemies. This is a multiplayer virtual tabletop to play the variant.  The software does not enforce any of the rules of chess, it just automates all the folding stuff.  You can play this with a friend over the network on PC or phone, or pass-the-device-around multiplayer (a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heighliner Chess.

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  19. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Regular Chess rules + Knook is a combination of a knight and a rook.  "Il Vaticano" can be played when two enemy pawns are positioned between two bishops. After the move, the bishops switch places and the enemy pawns are removed from the board.  if you have the opportunity to perform en passant but choose not to, your PIPI will become immobilized or "bricked." With "Siberian Swipe," your rook can… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AnarchyChess.

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  20. Train Brain is a great board game that will improve your strategic and tactical thinking. This game is very similar to chess and is an excellent board logic game that can boost your brainpower and cognitive thinking. The game is played on an 8×8 chessboard with two players. Each player starts with 16 pieces: one king, one queen, two rooks, two knights, two bishops, and eight pawns. The pieces ha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Train Brain.

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  21. 30%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    50% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Take your chess game beyond the limits of a physical board! Non-Euclidean Chess is a chess engine which supports custom board types - many of which defy traditional movement rules, or even physical limitations. Non-Euclidean Chess is also the only chess game where you can play with any number of players. Do you and 100 of your best friends want to play? We can't promise it will be quick, but you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Non-Euclidean Chess.

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  22. Chetz! is a hardcore platformer, made in the spirit of classic platormers. This is the first chess-based platformer ever in the world! You get to play as beloved chess characters. You have seen them on the board before, now get ready to take control of them in the game! Through any means, defeat the opposing king and reclaim your title as a Chetz! master. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chetz!.

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  23. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Warning: After killing all enemies in a level, don't press Z or use an hourglass. Doing either of these things after killing all enemies will cause the game to softlock and you will have to restart. Also Note: Fullscreen was causing problems, so there is no fullscreen, sorry (I think it's still possible to go in fullscreen on the itch app, in which case I recommend small screen for the optimal exp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Dungeon.

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  25. 37%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    37% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    Quick and action packed dice based battles for players looking for something more than the guesswork of Battleship but not quite the complexity of Chess. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Board Battlefield.

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  26. Discord https://discord.gg/Ps46KwWhuX Board *Note that there is now an in game tutorial that explains how the 2D representation of the 4D board in 4D chess is interpreted. The game board is a 4x4x4x4 tesseract; however, the entire board is represented in 2 dimensions by displaying 16 4x4 square slices of 4 4x4x4 cube slices of the 4x4x4x4 tesseract. Piece movement *Note that there is now an … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 4D Chess.

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  27. Chess, but with wizardsA Wizard-Chess Tournament starts as the chess you know — same board, same pieces, same opening moves. Then the spells start flying. Pieces fight, they don't just captureEvery piece has Hit Points and Attack. Landing on an enemy starts a fight, strike hard enough and you take the square — fall short and you chip their health and bounce back. A wounded queen is still a queen.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Wizard-Chess Tournament.

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  28. A xiangqi where you don't capture — you grind them down. Damage Xiangqi rebuilds Chinese chess around HP, Attack and Defense. Pieces no longer fall in one hit. You chip away their HP, and only defeat them when it reaches zero. Damage is randomized, and an attacked piece may strike back. Every point on the board becomes a gamble. Three actions a turn — dense, deliberate play. Instead of one move, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Damage Xiangqi.

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  29. Chess pieces are bombs. The board grows. Cascades decide everything. Crown & Conquest is a tactical deck-building territory game that fuses Reversi, chess, and chain reactions into something new. The board isn't fixed — it grows as you play. Drop a Disk and flip your opponent's pieces with the classic Reversi sandwich. But the real game is in the chess pieces: each one is a primed bomb. Flip … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crown & Conquest.

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  30. Chess was never meant to be played like this.Build a rebel army of rule-breaking pieces, lead them across a hand-painted war map, and liberate every territory from the tyrant's grasp. Every run is a fresh rebellion; every battle, a new puzzle of your own making. Replace Pawns and Bishops with New Exciting Pieces Build your army from a roster of 25+ exotic pieces, each rewriting how chess works. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Peace by Piece.

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  31. Outmaneuver your opponent in a strategic chess-like card battler where every move counts. Sylvan Tactics combines the tactical depth of chess with the strategic variety of deck-building card games. Command Kings, Queens, Pawns, and powerful Mercenaries across an 8x8 battlefield, using cards to turn the tide of battle and reduce your opponent's King to zero health. Strategic Resource Management M… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sylvan Tactics.

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  32. 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.

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  33. Play Smart. Stay Cozy. Master the Board.Welcome to Solo Chess (formerly Pokerii), the cozy roguelike deckbuilder where every card is a chess piece, and every play is packed with strategy. Place cards on a 3×3 board, trigger unique piece effects, and build powerful combos to score points and clear wave after wave of tactical challenges. Collect pets, choose food, and reshape your deck between rou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Solo Chess.

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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. Based on the provided game proposal, here is a summary of how "Imperium — Universal Chess" works. ### **Game Summary: Imperium — Universal Chess (9x10)** **Concept and Objective** Imperium is a strategic chess variant played on a 9x10 board. Its design is a hybrid, unifying core mechanics from several major Eastern chess games, including Shogi (Japanese chess), Xiangqi (Chinese chess), Chaturanga … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Universal Chess.

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  36. Multiplayer 3D chess! While other 3D chess games simply feature 3D graphics, this one actually implements 3D rules.  It is, to the best of the author's knowledge, the only 3D-rules chess game that can be played over the network. Rules are Capture-the-King Raumschach. The original Raumschach (German for "Space Chess") rules were written in 1907, and the game is noted for its playability, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Chess.

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  37. OUT AUGUST 18 About the GameChess Empire is a tactical twist on chess where you earn gold, buy new pieces and upgrades, and have to reveal the fog of war to see your enemies. The core rules are familiar-you command the classic board and pieces-but now every turn earns you gold: 1 for moving, 2 for captures, and 3 for taking down upgraded pieces. Spend it in the shop to recruit new units or… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Empire.

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  38. 49%Game Brain Score
    49% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    ♟️ About the Game Rise of the Pawn is a turn-based strategy game inspired by chess, where every piece starts as a humble pawn. Your units earn experience each turn and by defeating enemies. Evolve your pawns into Rooks, Bishops, Knights... or even a King to shift the tide of battle. Your Queen plays a vital support role, summoning new pawns or empowering nearby allies. Three Ways to Win … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rise of the Pawn.

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  39. Rogue King's Gambit – A Chess-Inspired Roguelike Strategy Game Rogue King’s Gambit is a turn-based strategy roguelike where you take control of the King, the last surviving piece on the board, as he fights to outmaneuver a relentless wave of enemy chess pieces. With each turn, you must strategically position yourself to survive, gather points, and purchase upgrades while uncovering powerful abili… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue King's Gambit.

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  40. Welcome to Knightfall Showdown, where strategy meets chaos on the ultimate chess battlefield! In this thrilling battle royale experience, 100 players are dropped onto a vast chessboard, each starting as a Knight with one goal: to outwit, outmaneuver, and outlast your opponents. As the clock ticks down, you'll have 30 seconds to collect as many pawns as possible, positioning yourself for supremacy… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knightfall Showdown.

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  41. ChessBlaze is a strategy game based on Chess but with a major twist: TURNS DO NOT EXIST! Chess is a great game but with today's average attention span, nobody wants to wait 3 minutes for the next move of their opponent. Who needs turns if you can have energy instead! Every move costs energy, which is replenished over time! No need to wait for your opponent's response. ChessBlaze turns slow-pac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ChessBlaze.

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  42. 10%Game Brain Score
    10% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Chess is a board game where two players go against each other using a 8x8 squares boards, generally black and white, with the goal of capturing the opponent’s king piece during a move called check. Each player has available about 16 pieces at the beginning: a king, a queen, two rooks, two bishops, two knights and eight pawns, which can be used in different turns. On Casual Arena we offer you the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Casual Arena.

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  43. This variant of chess was originally created by Fergus Duniho. Overview: Caïssa Britannia has a Queen centred nature of chess with Lions, Unicorns, Dragons, and a royal Queen. The major pieces are the Unicorn, Rook, and Prince Consort, while the minor pieces are the Lion, Dragon, Bishop, and Knight. The whole objective of the game is to checkmate enemy queen. Unlike in Chess, where the King might… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Caïssa Britannia.

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  44. NEW unique game that unites Chess Features, RPG & Seamless Map, where battles occur in real-time. Become a part of AG world! Chess figures &  movements involved, RPG features, Fast expansion in PvP seamless map, Long-term Tower Defence. Strategic adrenaline action over several areas - all at once! Commonly, Armygrid is played on a 2.5D mode. Worth to mention that this game also offers a 2D optio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Warriors.

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  45. Play chess in a different way, a way more explosive! Capture the enemy pieces with yor own while trying to avoid not getting caught in the explosions. Capture enough enemies and the enemy king will appear. Captureit! and you'll claim your victory Instructions Move your king witlh WASD Every time you move the enemy also moves Cycle trough the different types of pieces with Q and E Press SPACE t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Critical Move.

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  46. --- VOLUME WARNING --- my computer volume setup is super weird so I didn't realize how loud it was until after I uploaded it.  Don't know if I have any time to fix this chess but in space. M - To return to the menu Pieces: Flooks (Pawns) - Move forward or vertically 1 space.  Can move 2 spaces forward on their first turn and will become a Head Taker upon reaching the other end of the board. Tunnel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Interstellar Chess.

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  47. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    95% User Score Based on 1,223 reviews

    A BIZARRE GAME Defeat the troll in his homebrew game "Advanced Troll Chess" so you can cross his bridge. But with over twenty mind-boggling rule changes to a classic game, this will prove to be quite a challenge.THE TREACHEROUS TROLL This cunning foe will surely give you a hard time with his schemes, cheats and taunts! Can you defeat an opponent who has no regard for manners or rules… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to King of the Bridge.

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  48. 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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  49. Metal March: Beginner Experience is a free playable preview game of Metal March. This version game is includes 1 race and 1 region, a total of 2-3 hours of playable time. You'll see the overall flow of the game, the initial strategy, etc. The full game includes the following! CHESS-inspired turn-based strategy game mixed with card collection genres. (Based on our current updates) Select your… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metal March: Beginner Experience.

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    35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    35% User Score Based on 60 reviews

    A medieval world of strategy and tactics await you to engage in epic battles of wits as you master the moves and the strategies in a conquest to claim the kingdom of Chess. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Knight 2.

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