Games Like Chess: The Lost Pieces

Passant is a chess roguelike that changes all the rules. Progress through challenging rounds while collecting powerful pieces and game-changing items to seize victory.

Why similar: Chess 45.9% ★, Board Game 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, Roguelike 9.7%, Strategy 8.1%

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?

Why similar: Chess 39.1% ★, Board Game 12.2%, Deckbuilding 10.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.6%

An exciting and fast-paced chess roguelite, full of ridiculous abilities! Explode your opponent's pieces, spawn queens all over the board, move twice in a row... But watch out for the bosses, who have crazy powers of their own!

Why similar: Chess 45.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, Board Game 9.7%, Tactical 7.1%

MetaChess is chess that lets you build your own army and rewrite the board. With alternate roles for every piece, it creates billions of new possible games possibilities. No more memorized openings, no more solved meta. Every decision matters. Outdraft, outthink, and outplay your opponent.

Why similar: Chess 45.5% ★, Board Game 17.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.8%, Strategy 5.7%

Chess... chess never changes. How much can you do?! It's time for something new - a combination of chess and snake!

Why similar: Chess 44.7% ★, Board Game 15%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Strategy 8.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.5%

A playable Chess board that visualizes where each piece can go and what every move does

Why similar: Chess 40.2% ★, Board Game 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%, Strategy 5.1%

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?

Why similar: Chess 50% ★, Board Game 16.8%, Roguelike 11.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Strategy 9.2%

Collect cards, build decks, and battle fierce opponents in Top Check, a roguelike deckbuilder and card game inspired by the classic game of chess. With many unique pieces and abilities, only the best strategists will emerge victorious. Do you have what it takes to reach the top?

Why similar: Chess 33.7% ★, Board Game 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.5%, Deckbuilding 7.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.3%

King's Hand is a turn-based, roguelike battler that fuses the strategy of chess with deckbuilding and a dash of chaos. Face increasingly challenging waves of tactical chess gameplay with a twist!

Why similar: Chess 50.7% ★, Roguelike 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, Strategy 9.9%, Deckbuilding 7.2%

Face the demon queen Lilith in high-stakes, asymmetrical chess matches. Capture all of her pieces, EXCEPT ONE! Carefully sacrifice your own pieces, use special items, and outthink Lilith’s unpredictable moves to gain the upper hand.

Why similar: Chess 48% ★, Board Game 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8%, Strategy 6.4%

A unique and casual chess experience with new rules and luck-based mechanics which requires fresh strategies, tactics, and ingenuity to conquer.

Why similar: Chess 41.6% ★, Board Game 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.7%, Strategy 8.4%

Save the forest in this improved version of chess with new boards with obstacles and power-ups.

Why similar: Chess 45.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.7%, Tactical 6.5%, Board Game 6.2%

Experience the beloved game of chess in ways never before seen! Starting with just your King and a Pawn, you’ll strategically assemble your board with pieces of your choice. But be warned, you’ll be facing off against boards uniquely crafted by other players, there’s no telling what to expect!

Why similar: Chess 47.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Roguelike 9.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.1%, Strategy 6.6%

A colorful chess roguelike! Engage in dopaminergic, cinematic strategy while you fulfill a chess power fantasy - your pieces gain abilities as you construct a juiced up roster capable of surviving the onslaught! Only - seven mysterious prismatic kings stand before you and the one true crown...

Why similar: Chess 49.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Board Game 11.1%, Roguelike 7.3%, Strategy 6.4%

A new-age chess game combined with math. Free to play with your bro offline, your friends or any players online.

Why similar: Chess 42.4% ★, Board Game 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%, Strategy 5.9%

A turn-based tactical game in the style of chess, with roguelike elements, where you command a fleet in dynamic strategic battles to break humanity's cycle of defeat.

Why similar: Chess 43.3% ★, Board Game 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%, Roguelike 7.5%

Do you like the Endgame in chess? Here's a brand new chess variant! Defend the back rank against the onslaught of enemy pawns. Easy to learn , advanced artificial intelligence , 66 hand-crafted stages.

Why similar: Chess 46.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Grid-Based Movement 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%, Tactical 7.1%

Pawnbarian is a quick-playing, turn-based puzzle roguelike. Play cards to move your hero like a chess piece, and conquer challenging dungeons full of cunning monsters!

Why similar: Chess 34.8% ★, Board Game 13.7%, Roguelike 9.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.6%

The ultimate chess variant roguelike game. Start with pieces and the board set up for the ancient precursor to chess, Chaturanga. Defeat progressively more sophisticated computer opponents and chess variants while leveling up your pieces to their modern equivalents and beyond into new faery pieces.

Why similar: Chess 36.5% ★, Board Game 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Roguelike 9%, Grid-Based Movement 6.8%

A new patch just dropped for the ancient game of Chess. The Definitive Edition adds new pieces, chaotic cards, and modernized rules. Reshape the board and bring down the enemy Kings, heirs, and pretenders. Master the first major update in centuries.

Why similar: Chess 51.2% ★, Board Game 12.1%, Strategy 9.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.6%, Memes 5.6%

The Ouroboros King combines the strategic depth of chess with the build variety and replayability of roguelikes. Assemble a formidable army, discover powerful relics, and buy surprising gadgets to defeat the Coven.

Why similar: Chess 38.3% ★, Board Game 18.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Roguelike 9.4%

A turn-based roguelike deckbuilder where your King is your strongest weapon. Play cards from your deck to drop units onto the battlefield and checkmate your opponent. Build your Deck, Upgrade your Ruler, and Claim the Throne.

Why similar: Chess 36.2% ★, Board Game 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Roguelike 8.4%, Deckbuilding 6.9%

A new kind of chess where you earn gold each turn to buy units and upgrade them with unique abilities. Fog of war hides enemy positions unless your pieces are close enough.

Why similar: Chess 37% ★, Board Game 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%, Tactical 7.9%

Master Xiangqi anytime! Thrilling games, custom boards & challenging AI.

Why similar: Chess 48.9% ★, Board Game 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Strategy 7.2%, PvP 4.9%

Chess on hexagonal field with local play, online multiplayer & against AI. Based on Gliński's chess variant.

Why similar: Chess 43.5% ★, Board Game 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%, Tabletop 6.5%

The world's most popular board game enhanced with unique pieces, various maps and new game modes. Experience gorgeous graphics, engaging campaign, challenging puzzles and diverse battles.

Why similar: Chess 45.6% ★, Board Game 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Strategy 6.1%

Chex is a strategic board game currently based on Gliński's hexagonal variant of chess. Players must use their pieces to capture their opponent's king. The hexagonal board introduces new challenges and opportunities.

Why similar: Chess 53.7% ★, Board Game 20.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Tabletop 7.4%, Strategy 5.4%

Strategize your way through a variety of encounters, each with various twists. Kill all of the other pieces on the board through night and day until only the two kings remain.

Why similar: Chess 49.4% ★, Board Game 12.7%, Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.1%

From piece movements, to drops, promotion and strategic formations, you'll learn Shogi inside out! Play against a wide variety of AI opponents, developing your Shogi playing style.

Why similar: Chess 48.2% ★, Board Game 18.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Strategy 11.5%, Minimalist 5.6%

Do you think chess is a man's game, comrade? THINK AGAIN! The Soviet Queens are here to crush your ego and show you true elegance on the board. Enroll NOW!

Why similar: Chess 50.9% ★, Board Game 16.7%, Strategy 9.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.4%

Chess Bomb is a unique puzzle game where bombs take the shape of chess pieces. Strategically use these explosive chess bombs to fend off waves of invading monsters threatening the chess kingdom.

Why similar: Chess 42.8% ★, Board Game 18.5%, Grid-Based Movement 8.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.3%, Minimalist 7%

3D Chess Online combines the magical world of chess with a modern and three-dimensional experience! Determine your strategy and fight against your opponents worldwide in this simulator equipped with realistic graphics.

Why similar: Chess 44.2% ★, Board Game 17.6%, Tabletop 8.1%, Strategy 7.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.9%

The chess roguelite. Play game-changing cards, bend the rules, save your Queen, and escape from the dungeon.

Why similar: Chess 41.5% ★, Board Game 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Deckbuilding 10.5%, Roguelike 10%

The sequel to Chess we've all been waiting for! Yes, that's right, 3D chess with Catgirls! Play online with a friend today! A highly refined game for the delight of your intellectual capacity.

Why similar: Chess 52.9% ★, Board Game 19.5%, Strategy 7.5%, Grid-Based Movement 6.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 4.8%

Whether you’re a beginner or a veteran, this fully featured chess game from Capstone has all the tools and features you need to learn and master the game of chess. Challenge an opponent with five adjustable skill levels from beginner to grandmaster.

Why similar: Chess 40.8% ★, Board Game 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Grid-Based Movement 9.7%, Tabletop 7%

At the turn of the century, Fritz fascinated the chess world with victories over Garry Kasparov and then-reigning World Champion Vladimir Kramnik. The "most popular chess program" offers you everything you will need as a dedicated chess enthusiast.

Why similar: Chess 57.7% ★, Board Game 21.3%, Strategy 10.1%, Tactical 6.8%, 2D 2.7%

Strike Chess is a competitive simultaneous turn strategy game that reimagines chess with hidden move selection and rotating powerup cards. Both players move at the same time, and every three turns a random card alters tactics, creating fast, unpredictable matches built on strategy and timing.

Why similar: Chess 40.8% ★, Board Game 19.3%, Strategy 10%, Turn-Based Tactics 9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%

Study piece movements, checkmate conditions and tactics; learn Xiangqi inside out! Play against a wide variety of AI opponents, developing your Xiangi playing style.

Why similar: Chess 51.6% ★, Board Game 18.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Strategy 8.6%, Minimalist 5.1%

A single player only PvE autobattler that is purely GUI (graphical user inteface). Keep or reroll dealt cards (units). Combine units to level them up. Upgrade items. Survive 50 randomized rounds that are highly replayable. No synergy system, no other maps/campaigns, no meta-progression.

Why similar: Chess 34.7% ★, Board Game 16.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Deckbuilding 8.3%, Tactical 7.3%

Play with living, battling characters! Combat Chess takes the basic chess game and adds an imaginative element for players. Beautifully done in rendered 3D graphics, Combat Chess adds stunning animation sequences during gameplay.

Why similar: Chess 52% ★, Board Game 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.5%, Strategy 6.2%

Vantageous is a competitive board game, where you have to strategize your piece placement, stack your pieces to increase their range and outsmart your opponent. You can play on the same device, online or against the computer! Play against your friends or challenge the rank ladder!

Why similar: Chess 38.1% ★, Board Game 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%, Tabletop 7.5%

Not a chess. It is a war strategy. Tamerlane Chess is the digital version of the board Timur used to shape his battlefield tactics. With a larger board, unique pieces, and deep strategy, every move demands the mindset of a true commander.

Why similar: Chess 44.4% ★, Board Game 16.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%, Strategy 7.6%

This project was inspired by Oats Jenkins' video on Youtube titled "I Made a BETTER Chess". In their video, they revised the pieces and rules. This project is that idea, turned into a video game!

Why similar: Chess 47.2% ★, Board Game 18.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Tabletop 7.2%, Strategy 6.3%

Card Chess is a free online PvP strategy game blending classic chess with card gameplay. Inspired by chess and Magic: The Gathering, each player starts with just a king and a custom 60-card deck that lets you deploy pieces, destroy enemy pieces, draw cards, and tactically control the board.

Why similar: Board Game 23.1%, Chess 20.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Strategy 8.8%

Warriors clash in an epic chess battle where the fallen can be revived through the King’s Mana! Choose your battlefield, I mean your board, craft your ultimate strategy, harness your Mana, and defeat your enemy to claim glory!

Why similar: Chess 44.7% ★, Board Game 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Strategy 6.4%

Play Tafl Champions, an ancient form of chess dating all the way back to the Vikings! Capture the defender's king while they guide him to escape the battlefield and to freedom. Challenge your enemies, customise your shield, play on multiple platforms and become the ultimate Tafl Champion!

Why similar: Board Game 20.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, Chess 13.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10%, Strategy 8.2%

ChessRPG is a revisited chess game in pixel art. Each player chooses a medieval fantasy people, gaining access to pieces with various characteristics that turn every match into a fresh tactical battle.

Why similar: Chess 48.5% ★, Board Game 13.4%, Strategy 8.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 7%, Turn-Based Strategy 7%

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!

Why similar: Chess 56.5% ★, Board Game 21.2%, Strategy 9.1%, PvP 4.2%, Local Multiplayer 3.8%

A new outlook on the classic strategy game, battle your way to winning.

Why similar: Chess 55.6% ★, Board Game 16.7%, Strategy 10.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.7%, Local Multiplayer 3.5%

Chess, but continuous! Avalog is a free game for playing analog chess with others, either locally or online. As well as a 'classic' mode, there is a 'draft' mode, where players pick pieces from 5 different factions.

Why similar: Chess 45.4% ★, Board Game 16.3%, Deckbuilding 9.7%, Strategy 7.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.9%

This is Chess on a conveyor belt -- an ingenious roguelike, melding tactical strategy and explosive action! Deal with a mind-bending scrolling board that pulls towards you relentless waves of foes and perils. Prepare for their violent collision with your pieces. Prepare for TOTAL ZUGZWANG.

Why similar: Chess 38.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Roguelike 11.3%, Tactical 9.2%

Explore the dungeons Below the Crown, in this love letter to Roguelikes, Dungeon Crawlers, and Chess. Prepare for strategy, game-changing spells, psychological tests, and challenges from your fellow players. From the award-winning creators of Duskers & A Virus Named TOM.

Why similar: Chess 34.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%, Roguelike 9%, Deckbuilding 8%

A Chess Roguelike where you combine your pieces to build a NUKE and annihilate the enemy Boss.

Why similar: Chess 49.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, Board Game 6.8%, Grid-Based Movement 5.5%

Study piece movements, checkmate conditions and tactics; learn Janggi inside out! Solve endgame puzzles and play against AI opponents, perfecting your Janggi strategy.

Why similar: Chess 53.8% ★, Board Game 19.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Strategy 10.7%, 2D 2.5%

What if chess was invented by silly cosmic wizards? WizardChess is a turnbased roguelite where all the pieces have insane abilities that came to us in a shamanic vision. Fight chaotic-yet-tactical encounters with magic powers out of a fever dream! Defeat the FaeQueen and Claim Your Wish!

Why similar: Chess 34% ★, Board Game 14.7%, Grid-Based Movement 11.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%, Deckbuilding 7.7%

Master the art of turn-based chess mechanics in ever-changing dungeons! Navigate bridges, teleporters, and more as you strategize your way to victory in this unique chess roguelike adventure. Plus, create your own maps and explore others' creations!

Why similar: Chess 44.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Grid-Based Movement 11.4%, Roguelike 9%, Strategy 5.5%

Caîssa Board is a graphical chess user interface that is evolving toward becoming an online chess club.

Why similar: Chess 51.3% ★, Board Game 16.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Strategy 9.2%, Tabletop 6.6%

Defeat chessboard after chessboard without dying on your path to the throne. Assemble an army that you keep alive with healing spells. Make your units stronger by equipping weapons and armor and by upgrading stats as you level up. Become powerful enough to take down giant bosses!

Why similar: Chess 35.2% ★, Board Game 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Roguelike 9.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.9%