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Games like Universal Chess

Looking for games like Universal Chess? Here are top casual turn-based strategy recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Dark Chess, Cat Chess or 5D Chess With Multiverse Time Travel.

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  1. 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.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    87% User Score Based on 241 reviews

    Play the ancient and thrilling game of Chess with... CATS! Everything is more fun, cute and chaotic with cats, including the game of chess! So sit back, and lead your furry friends to The Purrfect battle of brains and whiskers. Classic chess reinvented with attitude, humor, and, of course, adorable cats. We are not saying this game will change the future of gaming…BUT… there SHOULD be a chess game… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cat Chess.

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  3. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 11,224 reviews

    It's the first ever chess variant with spatial, temporal, and parallel dimensions. It's 5D Chess With Multiverse Time Travel! Move pieces back in time to create branching timelines. Send a rook to a parallel dimension. Protect your kings in the present and in the past! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 5D Chess With Multiverse Time Travel.

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  5. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    71% User Score Based on 1,350 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 7 reviews

    Introducing Chess Ultra; the most breathtaking chess game ever made. Experience stunning 4K visuals, seamless online multiplayer, Grandmaster approved AI and full VR compatibility. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Ultra.

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    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.

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  7. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    71% User Score Based on 84 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Chessaria delivers for the first time ever, classic Chess combat backed with an epic fantasy quest. Challenge your tactical skills as you battle for Chessaria's destiny. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chessaria: The Tactical Adventure.

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  8. 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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  9. Unlock the World of Chess with Chess Remix - A New Era of Chess Gaming! Experience the thrill of playing Chess like never before with Chess Remix, your ultimate destination for a diverse range of Chess games from around the world. Explore ancient versions of Chess and Shogi, trace the evolution of these games from Chaturanga, and get ready to play the Viking's Chess game Hnefatafl. With hundreds … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Remix: Chess Variants.

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  10. 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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  11. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization
    92% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    A hundred chess games on Steam. One of them gives you 40 AI opponents up to 2550 Elo, live open lobbies, async play, a league mode, a mini board that sits on your desktop and lessons that turn beginners into threats. You already know which one this is. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Kingdom.

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  12. 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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  13. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    68% User Score Based on 1,951 reviews

    Warhammer 40,000: Regicide is a brutal take on one of the greatest turn based strategy games of all time. Regicide fuses multiple phases of gameplay with dynamic action. Maneuver your army into place and unleash a devastating array of tactical abilities to crush your enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warhammer 40,000: Regicide.

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  14. 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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    64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Introducing an innovative new iteration of the classic strategy game, Chesslike provides a new outlook on the strategy of battle. You will have to adapt your chess strategies, as pieces will not immediately be captured and the opposing King must be defeated in battle in order to win. This game takes the classic Chess board game and adds individual stats to each piece for Health, Attack and Defen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chesslike.

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  16. 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.

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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    72% User Score Based on 74 reviews

    THE CHESS Themed Chess: Relaxing Minimalistic Strategy GameThemed Chess offers a relaxing and minimalist approach to the classic chess game. With multiple gameplay options, beautiful themed boards, and a variety of chess pieces, it's perfect for casual players and strategy lovers alike. Whether you prefer to play against AI or challenge other players, this game offers endless enjoyment with many … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Chess.

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    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.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    92% User Score Based on 267 reviews

    There are NO TURNS in this wild version of Chess! Pieces move across the board in real-time, so you'll need to think fast to protect your King! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyper Chess.

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  21. 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.

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  22. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    89% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    Play the ancient game of "Hnefatafl" in style on your PC, in Singleplayer mode against the AI or Multiplayer over the internet. "Hnefatafl" is a strategic, chess-like boardgame with assumed origins all the way back to the Viking era. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Viking Chess: Hnefatafl.

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  23. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    81% User Score Based on 86 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    Gomoku: One of the most popular classic board games for all ages. Experience Zen style visuals, various levels of AI, seamless online multiplayer and Endgame challenges! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gomoku Let's Go.

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  24. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    74% User Score Based on 194 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Chess! One of the world’s most popular games, has just got even better! Pure Chess Grandmaster Edition is a stunning celebration of the greatest strategy game of all time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pure Chess.

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    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.

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  26. A fantasy duel of mindsMagic Pieces brings fantasy factions and powerful abilities to the chessboard. Face your opponent in tactical online duels, master pieces with their own movement patterns and effects, and work toward one familiar goal: checkmate the enemy king.Every turn is a choiceMake a normal move or spend mana on a special move. You cannot do both in the same turn. Plan your position, wa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magic Pieces.

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  27. Nested Moves is chess where every capture triggers a challenge, from trivia questions to tactical d20 rolls. Winning the challenge completes the capture. Losing it can leave your piece exposed and your entire plan in ruins. Choose a ready-made game mode or build your own. Create custom trivia questions, select which challenges can appear, and define the exact d20 roll required for every attacker… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nested Moves.

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  28. 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.

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  29. 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.

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  30. 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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  31. 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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  32. 38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    64% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Play with living, battling characters! Combat Chess takes the basic chess game and adds an imaginative element for players bored with the simple "black vs. white" chess board. Beautifully done in rendered 3D graphics, Combat Chess adds stunning animation sequences during gameplay. Combat Chess is written to Grand Master standards and supports play against human opponents. Combat Chess includes 3D… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Combat Chess.

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  33. 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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  34. Narik Chess is a chess client that supports a variety of variants, all of which can be played as standalone modes or in combination. VariantsConway Chess Inspired by Conway's Game of Life, living slime cells spread, survive, and perish between turns. These evolving organisms reshape the battlefield in real time, creating shifting obstacles that both players must navigate. Alice Chess Piece… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Narik Chess.

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  35. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, graphics
    92% User Score Based on 212 reviews

    Chess Ultimate reimagines the classic game of chess with draft-based strategy and colorful 3D visuals. Build your team from a roster of unique characters, each with special abilities, and face off against opponents in tactical battles. With online and cross-platform multiplayer, every match offers fresh challenges and endless strategic depth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Ultimate.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization
    85% User Score Based on 33 reviews

    Play Chess on the most popular website for free online games! Poki works on your mobile, tablet, or computer. No downloads, no login. Play now! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess.

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  37. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    76% User Score Based on 41 reviews

    Neuroshima Hex is a tactical turn-based strategy game based on a bestselling board game set in a unique universe that has gained recognition among players worldwide. Now, for the first time, it's available on PC in a full digital edition – featuring single-player, local multiplayer, and online PvP modes. Take command of one of the factions and face off against rival armies – including the legen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neuroshima Hex.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization
    80% User Score Based on 39 reviews

    Master the art of Shogi! Dive into Japan's classic strategy board game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shogi.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    84% User Score Based on 507 reviews

    Run a thieves’ guild in a gas-lit underworld. Antihero is a fast-paced strategy game with an (Oliver) Twist. Recruit urchins, hire thugs, kit out your master thief, upgrade your guild… and bribe, blackmail, and assassinate your opposition. A turn-based multiplayer strategy game about running a thieves' guild. Antihero is all about short play sessions with super-interesting decisions. Recruit stre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Antihero.

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  44. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    In Super X Chess you can combine your own pieces. The combined piece then has the ability to move as both pieces that got combined. It's improving chess by making it more exciting & dynamic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super X Chess.

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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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  47. 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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  48. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    65% User Score Based on 498 reviews

    Commanders, assemble your armies! CHECK vs. MATE calls for an interactive feather duster, chartering the successful chess game principle into the present day multimedia world. Animated fantasy figurines assemble in magical worlds and await your command! As a Commander, execute skillful maneuvers on the game board and catapult yourself directly into the battle with devastating attacks, chessman vs.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Check vs Mate.

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    53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    53% User Score Based on 55 reviews

    A unique chess trip with exciting instant duels awaits you - test your mettle on the chessboard. Checkmate your opponent with only a few moves and solve challenging chess puzzles in amazing 3D worlds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 3D Chess.

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  50. 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.

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