- #1 Board of the Kings: A Chess RPG
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Checkmate
Windows
A tactical roguelike role-playing game based in the original thousand-year classic, Chess
Why similar: Chess 38.1% ★, Tactical RPG 13.4%, Board Game 12.2%, Roguelike 8.9%, Roguelite 8.5%
- #2 The Rookery
96% matchVery Positive96% of 94 reviews2024
Dev: Glyder Games
Windows · Mac
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 44.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%, Roguelite 10.4%, Board Game 9.8%, Roguelike 6.6%
- #3 Chess Mess
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Heavy Element
Windows · Linux
The chess pieces you know, but with an addictive, puzzle game twist! Get the highest score possible while staying ready to capture the King. Featuring daily challenges, rogue-like elements, and more!
Why similar: Board Game 21.1%, Chess 17.1% ★, Roguelike 10.8%, Strategy 10.7%, Roguelite 9.2%
- #4 Passant: A Chess Roguelike
95% matchVery Positive80% of 338 reviews2025
Dev: Marc Makes Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 46.9% ★, Board Game 11.1%, Roguelike 9.7%, Strategy 8%, Roguelite 6.6%
- #5 Waves of Chess
94% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: Amusing Noodle Games
Windows
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 48.3% ★, Board Game 16.7%, Roguelike 10.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.9%, Strategy 8.6%
- #6 Prismarch
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Noah Magner
Windows
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 47.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Board Game 11.1%, Roguelite 8%, Roguelike 6.9%
- #7 Yes, My Queen
93% matchPositive91% of 46 reviews2025
Dev: Wall Spaghetti
Windows · Mac
The chess roguelite. Play game-changing cards, bend the rules, save your Queen, and escape from the dungeon.
Why similar: Chess 35.9% ★, Board Game 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%, Deckbuilding 8.7%, Roguelike 8.4%
- #8 WizardChess
92% matchVery Positive81% of 84 reviews2024
Dev: TwoPM StudiosPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows · Mac
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 28.7% ★, Board Game 12.8%, Tactical RPG 11.5%, Grid-Based Movement 8.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.3%
- #9 Chess: The Lost Pieces
91% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 reviews2023
Dev: Yağız Selimoğlu
Windows
A chess game with 30+ pieces and deck building,
Why similar: Chess 36.5% ★, Board Game 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Roguelike 9%, Grid-Based Movement 6.7%
- #10 Protocol Aegirum
90% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Nacho Riquelme
Windows
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 16.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Roguelite 9.7%, Roguelike 7.3%
- #11 Caïssa Chess Island
91% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Dominique Lorre
Windows
Caîssa Board is a graphical chess user interface that is evolving toward becoming an online chess club.
Why similar: Chess 48.2% ★, Board Game 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Strategy 8.4%, Tabletop 5.3%
- #12 ChessSnake
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: HowDeerYou
Windows
Chess... chess never changes. How much can you do?! It's time for something new - a combination of chess and snake!
Why similar: Chess 47.2% ★, Board Game 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Strategy 8.4%, Tabletop 5.3%
- #13 Chessemble
89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Giga Glitch
Windows
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 42.9% ★, Board Game 13.8%, Deckbuilding 10.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%, Tactical 6.7%
- #14 Top Check
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gliding Knight Games, LLC
Windows
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 31% ★, Board Game 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Roguelite 9.7%, Deckbuilding 7.3%
- #15 The Ouroboros King
86% matchVery Positive81% of 536 reviews2023
Dev: Oriol Cosp Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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 38.4% ★, Board Game 19.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, Roguelite 11.2%, Roguelike 9.2%
- #16 Let's Learn Janggi (Korean Chess)
87% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Dr. Cyril Splutterworth
Windows
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 51.3% ★, Board Game 19.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%, Strategy 9.9%, Top-Down 4.9%
- #17 Advancing Chess
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LeviathanStasis
Windows · Linux
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 50.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Roguelike 9.9%, Strategy 6.8%, Historical 6.2%
- #18 Chinese Chess - Xiangqi
84% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Popoko VM Games
Windows · Mac
Master Xiangqi anytime! Thrilling games, custom boards & challenging AI.
Why similar: Chess 48.4% ★, Board Game 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Strategy 6.9%, Logic 5.4%
- #19 MAFIA Chess
86% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: MAFIA Chess
Windows
Enter the mafia underworld of 2D Chess, where animals take on the roles of mob bosses. Play 10+0 minute games online on the Lichess server. Analyze your moves with Stockfish. Checkmate with style in this captivating cartel-themed chess adventure!
Why similar: Chess 53.2% ★, Board Game 18.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.8%, Strategy 10%, Logic 5.4%
- #20 Chess Bomb
84% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: NovaScreen
Windows
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 43.5% ★, Board Game 19.4%, Grid-Based Movement 7.8%, Logic 7.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 7%
- #21 Fritz Chess 17 Steam Edition
83% matchMixed67% of 81 reviews2020
Dev: ChessBase GmbH
Windows
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 58.5% ★, Board Game 22.3%, Strategy 10%, Tactical 6.1%, 2D 2.9%
- #22 MetaChess
81% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: MetaChess
Windows · Mac
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 51% ★, Board Game 20.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, Strategy 6.2%, Tactical 5%
- #23 Dice chess
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Actual indie game
Windows
A new-age chess game combined with math. Free to play with your bro offline, your friends or any players online.
Why similar: Chess 45.3% ★, Board Game 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Strategy 6.1%, Top-Down 5.2%
- #24 Let's Learn Xiangqi (Chinese Chess)
82% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Dr. Cyril Splutterworth
Windows
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 52.1% ★, Board Game 18.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Strategy 8.4%, Top-Down 4.6%
- #25 Pawnbarian
81% matchVery Positive90% of 868 reviews2021
Dev: j4nw
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 36.7% ★, Board Game 14.9%, Roguelike 9.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.7%, Roguelite 8.2%
- #26 Usurper
79% matchPositive80% of 45 reviews2024
Dev: Rogue Brain Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 37.7% ★, Board Game 12.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.8%, Roguelite 8.9%, Roguelike 8.6%
- #27 GoblinChess
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Panaq AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
GoblinChess is a new type of chess game where we introduce ten different magical cards to the gameplay, and some chaos if you want. You can play online or against the built in robot.
Why similar: Chess 46.4% ★, Board Game 20%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Strategy 10.4%, Top-Down 4.9%
- #28 Chess of Fortune
78% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: devOfFortune
Windows
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 47.3% ★, Board Game 19.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.2%, Strategy 9.2%, Logic 5%
- #29 Schachkampf - Fantasy Chess
77% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: KeyboardKrieger
Windows
Solve more than 3.000.000 chess puzzles and fight an AI which is challenging for beginners and pros. Unlock different startign positions to give your chess game a new twist. All that in the style of famous 90s JRPGs.
Why similar: Chess 39.2% ★, Board Game 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Logic 8%, Tactical 6.5%
- #30 Mind Over Monarchy
76% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Wise Puppy
Windows
Command your army in a turn-based strategy game where every move matters. Each round represents new challenges in randomly generated battles, but be careful because when your king dies your attempt is over!
Why similar: Board Game 17.7%, Chess 17.3% ★, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Roguelite 10.7%
- #31 Let's Learn Shogi
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 30 reviews2020
Dev: Dr. Cyril Splutterworth
Windows
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 51.2% ★, Board Game 20.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Strategy 11.9%, 2D 2.3%
- #32 RPG Chess
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Oskar Aleksander Melbye
Windows · Mac
A turn-based RPG, except it's also chess! Instead of capturing, your pieces engage in thrilling 1v1 battles where they can level up and unlock powerful abilities. Challenge your friends to 1v1 matches, or shape your team as you progress through the single-player adventure mode!
Why similar: Chess 36.1% ★, Board Game 16.2%, Tactical RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.1%, Tactical 5.6%
- #33 Grandmaster Chess
77% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Capstone SoftwarePub: Ziggurat
Windows
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 43.5% ★, Board Game 18.9%, Grid-Based Movement 9.1%, Strategy 6.6%, Tabletop 6.4%
- #34 Stress Chess
75% matchMostly Positive78% of 53 reviews2023
Dev: FourOrbStudios
Windows
"The real chess was the friends we made along the way." - Randy Mc'Chess
Why similar: Chess 46.8% ★, Board Game 15.5%, Tactical RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Tabletop 4.5%
- #35 TOTAL ZUGZWANG
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LOKUST AZUL LIMITED
Windows
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 39.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Roguelike 11.2%, Roguelite 8.8%, Tactical 8.4%
- #36 King's Hand
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Anomie Game Studio
Windows
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 59.2% ★, Roguelike 12.1%, Strategy 11.2%, Deckbuilding 8.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.7%
- #37 Chess Morph: The Queen's Wormholes
73% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: Aurea Games Studio
Windows
An original puzzle game inspired by chess. Control a lonely Queen with shapeshifting abilities and defeat the enemy army. Move wisely, explore the wormholes on the board, take the enemy shape and kill them all.
Why similar: Chess 38.1% ★, Board Game 19%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Logic 9.1%, Tactical 7.2%
- #38 Chess: Three Kingdom
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 超级鸽
Windows
"Chess: Three Kingdoms" is a game built upon chess rules, integrating tactical war-game strategy with a Three Kingdoms setting. Command distinctive troop types, recruit armies with random traits, and enhance your official rank for the chance to enlist rare elite units.
Why similar: Board Game 21.9%, Roguelite 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Historical 13.3%, Roguelike 12.5%
- #39 Lazy Chess
74% matchMixed55% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Christopher Cinq-Mars JarvisPub: Cinq-Mars Media
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lazy Chess is a new non-profit chess game that narrows your choices down to the best 2 possible moves per turn. The moves provided can always win the game, but how strong are your decisions? Fewer moves. More fun.
Why similar: Chess 44.6% ★, Board Game 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Logic 8.6%, Top-Down 5.2%
- #40 Lilith's Game
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TikoPub: Tiko Developments
Windows
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 56.1% ★, Board Game 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Strategy 7.2%, Tabletop 4.8%
- #41 Strike Chess
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CodingWithKantecki
Windows · Mac
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 42.9% ★, Board Game 21%, Strategy 10.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%, Tabletop 6%
- #42 Chesslike
71% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Bad Habit Gaming
Windows · Linux
A new outlook on the classic strategy game, battle your way to winning.
Why similar: Chess 56.5% ★, Board Game 17.5%, Strategy 10.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.2%, Turn-Based Combat 4.2%
- #43 Chessformer
71% matchVery Positive100% of 315 reviews2022
Dev: Robert Alvarez
Windows
Chessformer is a grid-based puzzle platformer with Chess pieces. The goal in each level is to capture the opposing king, who is lazy and never moves, so don't worry about losing any pieces.
Why similar: Chess 56.8% ★, Board Game 21.6%, Strategy 6.6%, Grid-Based Movement 6.5%, Logic 5.5%
- #44 Checkers & Pawns
71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: SplashPunk Studios
Windows
Checkers & Pawns is a minimalist and relaxing puzzle game that combines elements of checkers and chess. With more than 50 challenging levels, unique mechanics, and a balanced difficulty curve, it's perfect for casual players looking for a relaxing and challenging experience.
Why similar: Chess 54.1% ★, Grid-Based Movement 14.5%, Board Game 14.4%, Logic 7.8%, Top-Down 5.1%
- #45 Catgirl Chess
70% matchPositive88% of 25 reviews2024
Dev: Snazzy Games
Windows
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 56.1% ★, Board Game 21.3%, Strategy 7.7%, Grid-Based Movement 5.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 4.8%
- #46 Pawndemonium
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Etienne Pouvreau
Windows
Crawl through the infernal checkerboards. Plan your moves, survive demonic hordes, collect unholy weapons, and descend ever deeper to reclaim your soul — but beware: in this damned game, the rules of chess have been... corrupted. Can you reach the PAWNDEMONIUM ?
Why similar: Chess 51.9% ★, Roguelike 11.6%, Grid-Based Movement 9.1%, Strategy 8.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 5%
- #47 Battle Chess: Game of Kings™
73% matchMixed52% of 372 reviews2015
Dev: Olde SküülPub: Interplay Entertainment Corp.
Windows
It took 2,000 years for someone to make chess better! The most challenging game on earth comes to life in Battle Chess. An entire medieval world at war is reflected on the checkered field. Everyone who's ever had a knight take a pawn has seen that capture as more than one piece replacing another on the board.
Why similar: Chess 50.1% ★, Board Game 30.9%, Strategy 10.6%, Tabletop 8.4%
- #48 Chess
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 82 reviews2024
Dev: Popoko VM Games
Windows · Mac
Chess: The Grand Strategy Game - Your Pocket Edition for Mastery and Fun!
Why similar: Chess 32.3% ★, Board Game 31.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Logic 9.9%, Strategy 5.4%
- #49 Chess 2
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KeeleePub: TD Indie
Windows
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 50% ★, Board Game 19.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Tabletop 6.5%, Strategy 6.5%
- #50 Just Chess
69% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Pupugames
Windows · Linux
Enjoy a pure, distraction-free chess experience with Just Chess! Includes a built-in engine, UCI support, and a Puzzle Arena with 4M+ puzzles. Lichess integration lets you challenge players and watch live tournament broadcasts.
Why similar: Chess 57.2% ★, Board Game 24.5%, Logic 9.9%, Strategy 4.8%, Tabletop 3.2%
- #51 Below the Crown
66% matchPositive94% of 49 reviews2025
Dev: Misfits Attic
Windows
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 34.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Roguelite 9.5%, Roguelike 8.9%, Deckbuilding 7.8%
- #52 canVERSE
69% matchMixed68% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: canVERSE Games Ltd.
Windows
Play backgammon, checkers, and chess versus friends or computer AI with different difficulty levels. Local and online gameplay, with online support for 2 players and 62 spectators. All with voice chat.
Why similar: Chess 43.3% ★, Board Game 18.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Tabletop 7.5%, Tactical 7%
- #53 Balloon Chess
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SilentQ Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Balloon Chess is a roguelite take on chess, where you fight through waves of enemies and challenging boss matches as you ride an elevator to the top floor. Get powerful new abilities, imbue your balloons with passive effects, and build up a 'deck' of backup balloons to take on higher challenges.
Why similar: Chess 33.7% ★, Roguelite 17%, Deckbuilding 13.7%, Old School 8.5%, Roguelike 7.8%
- #54 Vantageous
68% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Alec Schneider
Windows
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 42.2% ★, Board Game 18.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%, Tabletop 7.1%, Strategy 6%
- #55 BOT.vinnik Chess: Legendary Queens
65% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2026
Dev: Deep Green GamesPub: Abyssal Studios
Windows
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 55.1% ★, Board Game 18.6%, Strategy 10%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.6%, Old School 3.8%
- #56 War of Chess
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mohammed Walid
Windows
War of Chess is an online 1v1 chess game featuring animated character pieces, where players compete to climb ELO ranks, earn Gold, and level up
Why similar: Chess 35.6% ★, Board Game 30.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.9%, Strategy 16.3%
- #57 Knights Together
65% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: DDoubleDD
Windows
Knights Together is a minimalist puzzle game inspired by the chess piece knight. Although it's inspired by chess, it requires no knowledge of chess to play!. Simply move your knights around the board and make sure they come together.
Why similar: Board Game 29.6%, Chess 27.9% ★, Strategy 10.5%, Tactical 10.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%
- #58 Cute Chess
68% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: RikkiGames Limited
Windows
Cute Chess is all the fun of regular chess but with cute little characters, scene designs and music to make the game even more fun. Improve your chess skills by practising against computers with a range of different difficulties or take your skills online and compete against friends.
Why similar: Chess 58.6% ★, Board Game 20.1%, Strategy 10.2%, Logic 5.6%, Tabletop 5.4%
- #59 Cozy Chessu
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cozy ChessuPub: All In Tactics
Windows
A stylized first-person tactical deck-building chess game where you collect powerful abilities, challenge rivals across a lively izakaya.
Why similar: Chess 36.7% ★, Tactical RPG 15.2%, Board Game 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.9%, Deckbuilding 8.5%