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Games Like Battle Chess II: Chinese Chess

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Battle Chess II brings new life into Chinese Chess. A game of strategy with animated battles to bring the game to life!

Reviews: Positive — 90% — of 10 reviews
Released: 2017-07-31
Developer: Interplay Entertainment Corp.
Genres: Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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