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  1. #1 Chess Knights: Shinobi
    97% matchVery Positive83% of 70 reviews2020
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    Chess Knights: Shinobi is an original turn-based puzzle game inspired by Chess. Become a Ninja in feudal Japan and prove your skills in the art of infiltration, sabotage, and assassination.

    Why similar: Chess 26.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.4%, Board Game 9.1%, Tabletop 9%, Historical 7.3%

  2. #2 Knight's Retreat
    96% matchVery Positive91% of 99 reviews2020
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    A chess game without any chess. Rearrange your troops to bring your best knights back to your Kingdom in an abstract medieval world.

    Why similar: Chess 41%, Tabletop 15.8%, Abstract 9.3%, Medieval 7.4%, Puzzle 6.7%

  3. #3 KNIGHTS
    96% matchVery Positive94% of 810 reviews2016
    Dev: Arzola's
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    KNIGHTS is a minimalist puzzle game based on a single chess piece, the titular knight. A simple enough to pick up and relaxing experience.

    Why similar: Chess 52.2%, Tabletop 23.4%, Puzzle 9.2%, Minimalist 6.1%, Relaxing 4.4%

  4. #4 Viking Chess: Hnefatafl
    95% matchVery Positive89% of 64 reviews2020
    Dev: Diamond Sky GamesPub: Rain Games
    Windows · Mac

    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.

    Why similar: Chess 45.3%, Board Game 22.7%, Historical 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Indie 2.6%

  5. #5 Knight Swap
    94% matchVery Positive88% of 149 reviews2019
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    One chess piece, the mighty knight. One simple concept: exchange the knights from one colored square to another. One hundred hand-crafted levels in a beautiful minimalist set. Can you swap the knights?

    Why similar: Chess 42.6%, Board Game 14.2%, Tabletop 14%, Abstract 9.2%, Puzzle 7.4%

  6. #6 The Chess Variants Club
    94% matchVery Positive80% of 55 reviews2020
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    Play and discover 12 popular chess variants, improve your chess skills with hundreds of chess puzzles, or simply play regular chess with your friends - all in one package. This diverse collection includes several chess games and puzzles. All in a minimalist, beautifully designed virtual chess club.

    Why similar: Chess 39.1%, Tabletop 15.4%, Board Game 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Puzzle 5.7%

  7. #7 Gigachess
    93% matchVery Positive82% of 96 reviews2015
    Dev: Drixxel Soft
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Gigachess is a hero defense puzzler on a chess board. Command your party of Knights, Rooks & Bishops against the relentless Pawn onslaught!

    Why similar: Chess 35.5%, Tabletop 19.5%, Board Game 15%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%

  8. #8 Zen Chess: Mate in Three
    92% matchMostly Positive76% of 71 reviews2019
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    Zen Chess: Mate in Three is a minimalist chess puzzle game. Solve mate-in-three problems in a beautifully designed chess board.

    Why similar: Chess 53.2%, Tabletop 17.1%, Puzzle 7.3%, Minimalist 7.1%, Abstract 6.6%

  9. #9 Zen Chess: Mate in One
    91% matchVery Positive88% of 451 reviews2018
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    Zen Chess: Mate in One is a minimalist chess puzzle game. Solve mate-in-one problems in a beautifully designed chess board.

    Why similar: Chess 49.3%, Tabletop 16.2%, Abstract 10.6%, Puzzle 6.8%, Minimalist 6.6%

  10. #10 Chessarama
    90% matchVery Positive91% of 169 reviews2023
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Chessarama is a collection of chess-inspired puzzle and strategy games that use chess pieces and their established move sets, then reimagines their goals and themes. Solve challenges, unlock collectibles, and compete against each other on the leaderboards. Welcome to Chessarama!

    Why similar: Chess 20.2%, Tabletop 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Board Game 11.2%

  11. #11 Chess Brain: Dark Troops
    91% matchVery Positive94% of 63 reviews2021
    Dev: Caio Flavio
    Windows · Mac

    This game develops the ability to predict movement in Chess, using a playful and immersive concept. The dark troops march in a single sound. They are more organized and smarter

    Why similar: Chess 42%, Board Game 15.7%, Tabletop 11.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.7%

  12. #12 Gambit Shifter
    89% matchVery Positive99% of 75 reviews2024
    Dev: Volcanite Games
    Windows

    Gambit Shifter is a relaxing, minimalist cozy puzzle game for chess experts and beginners alike! Take control of a single piece, solve your way through 80+ hand-crafted levels and lose yourself in the zen atmosphere as you advance.

    Why similar: Chess 45.6%, Abstract 10.7%, Tabletop 9.6%, Puzzle 7.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.2%

  13. #13 Passant: A Chess Roguelike
    88% 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 56.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Board Game 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%, Tabletop 6.2%

  14. #14 Zen Chess: Mate in Four
    89% matchMixed66% of 73 reviews2019
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    Zen Chess: Mate in Four is a minimalist chess puzzle game. Solve mate-in-four problems in a beautifully designed chess board.

    Why similar: Chess 53.7%, Tabletop 16.7%, Puzzle 7.4%, Minimalist 7.2%, Abstract 6.5%

  15. #15 Chess Infinity
    85% matchMixed60% of 70 reviews2024
    Dev: Rockwater GamesPub: Ripstone
    Windows

    Whether you're new to chess or a seasoned master, welcome to Chess Infinity—the art of timeless strategy. Immerse yourself in serene environments, sharpen your skills with an adaptive AI mentor, and connect with players worldwide. Embrace endless challenges that transcend eras and borders.

    Why similar: Chess 52.6%, Board Game 20.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Puzzle 7.5%, Relaxing 3%

  16. #16 Chessaria: The Tactical Adventure (Chess)
    86% matchMostly Positive75% of 127 reviews2018
    Dev: Pixel Wizards
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Experience a 4K graphics strategy game with tactical depth, breadth, and challenge like nothing you have played before: the perfect mix of Chess, tactical setups and quests inpired by classic RPGs

    Why similar: Chess 51.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Board Game 10.8%, Tabletop 6.7%

  17. #17 Chess Knight 2
    86% matchMixed47% of 150 reviews2016
    Dev: EnsenaSoft
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    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.

    Why similar: Casual 100%

  18. #18 Unlock The King
    84% matchVery Positive95% of 395 reviews2019
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    An originally designed puzzle game inspired by chess. Move the pieces and create a path to Unlock the King.

    Why similar: Chess 40.2%, Tabletop 13.2%, Board Game 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Puzzle 6.6%

  19. #19 Zen Chess: Mate in Two
    84% matchVery Positive84% of 121 reviews2019
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    Zen Chess: Mate in Two is a minimalist chess puzzle game. Solve mate-in-two problems in a beautifully designed chess board.

    Why similar: Chess 52.5%, Tabletop 17%, Puzzle 7.2%, Abstract 7.2%, Minimalist 7.1%

  20. #20 Dolmenjord - Viking Islands
    83% matchVery Positive85% of 99 reviews2022
    Dev: Mens Sana Interactive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Arrange Viking villages in the islands to expand their domains, in this logic puzzle game! After years of battles, a group of Vikings decided to conquer new lands. Under the protection of the god Njord, a new clan sets out in search of glory!

    Why similar: Tabletop 26%, Board Game 24.4%, Medieval 14.8%, Puzzle 12%, Minimalist 6.1%

  21. #21 Dark Chess
    82% matchMostly Positive80% of 201 reviews2023
    Dev: Tall Troll Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    THIS IS NOT CLASSIC CHESS! Dark Chess is a twist on chess with fog of war, a story-driven campaign, and plenty of challenges, traps, and puzzles. Fight your way through the campaign against legendary Kings and Queens of the past, who don't like to play by the rules!

    Why similar: Chess 38.2%, Tabletop 14.8%, Board Game 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%

  22. #22 The Ouroboros King
    81% 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 41.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.3%, Board Game 18.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Medieval 6.4%

  23. #23 Chess Ultimate
    79% matchVery Positive87% of 239 reviews2024
    Dev: Jesse Lugassy
    Windows · Mac

    Chess just got an upgrade! Chess Ultimate, where precision strategy meets colorful chaos. Build your team from a roster of unique, quirky characters to defend your King while plotting your opponent’s downfall. Easy to pick up, endlessly fun to master, and a fresh take on the classic game of wits.

    Why similar: Chess 26.7%, Tabletop 25.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.2%, Stylized 5.5%

  24. #24 Land of Puzzles: Knights
    82% matchMixed61% of 79 reviews2018
    Dev: Ripknot Systems
    Windows

    In Land of Puzzles: Knights the king and queen need your help. To avoid war the king has accepted a challenge of puzzles to solve. He needs you to solve 15 sets of challenging puzzles and help him secure the kingdom.

    Why similar: Puzzle 45%, Casual 20.1%, Relaxing 19.8%, Indie 15.1%

  25. #25 Hnefatafl
    81% matchVery Positive100% of 51 reviews2020
    Dev: Philippe Schober
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The ancient boardgame of the Vikings. Thousands of variants, offline and online cross-platform play with leaderboards and tournaments. Are you ready for the challenge? Prepared to earn your way to Valhalla?

    Why similar: Chess 46.2%, Board Game 18.6%, Historical 16.6%, Tabletop 10.1%, Abstract 8%

  26. #26 Chess Brain
    80% matchVery Positive89% of 160 reviews2020
    Dev: Caio Flavio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Chess Brain is a chess puzzle game. Draw the correct path and don't let the King get killed by the opposite pieces! Every second all the pieces will move!

    Why similar: Chess 40.6%, Board Game 15.4%, Tabletop 10.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.4%

  27. #27 Drop Duchy
    75% matchVery Positive90% of 2,795 reviews2025
    Dev: Sleepy Mill StudioPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Build your duchy piece by piece in this refreshing hybrid rogue-lite game. Use block-dropping mechanics to collect resources, recruit troops to fight against belligerent armies, and let every block shape your realm, leading your path to victory!

    Why similar: Board Game 19.6%, Tabletop 18.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.4%, Historical 16.3%, Medieval 14.9%

  28. #28 Pawn of the Dead
    79% matchVery Positive91% of 54 reviews2021
    Dev: Aslan Game Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Chess variation with unique twist: Black turns White into undead like themselves

    Why similar: Chess 49.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Board Game 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Medieval 6.5%

  29. #29 Puddle Knights
    77% matchVery Positive97% of 233 reviews2020
    Dev: Lockpickle
    Windows · Mac

    Protecting nobles from mud may look simple on the surface, but the intricate cape arranging puzzle mechanics ensure steadily increasing difficulty. Join the Knights on their quest to preserve dignity, and mindmuck is practically guaranteed! Playtime 10-35h.

    Why similar: Puzzle 37.2%, Minimalist 22.6%, Relaxing 17.3%, Colorful 15.7%, Casual 5%

  30. #30 Pawnbarian
    76% 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 43.3%, Board Game 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%, Abstract 6.6%

  31. #31 Crown Gambit
    73% matchVery Positive97% of 350 reviews2025
    Dev: WILD WITSPub: Playdigious Originals
    Windows · Mac

    Play as three intrepid paladins through a terrible war of succession to save a sinister medieval kingdom from political turmoil. Pick a side amongst noble families to choose the future monarch and crush those who stand in your way through board-shattering tactical card combat!

    Why similar: Tabletop 34.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 29%, Medieval 28.1%, Atmospheric 8.6%

  32. #32 Hyper Chess
    73% matchVery Positive92% of 325 reviews2025
    Dev: Grouch
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 1.7 hrs≥1hr: 33%

    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 67.9%, Board Game 23.3%, Tabletop 8.8%

  33. #33 Four Kings One War
    77% matchMixed54% of 192 reviews2021
    Dev: StaplesVR
    Windows · Mac

    Four Kings One War is a 1 or 2 player strategy game inspired by chess. Each player controls two armies as though they were one and get's two moves per turn. This opens up guerrilla style tactics and hidden attacks. This is strategy for the modern mind, outside the 64th square.

    Why similar: Chess 59.2%, Board Game 24.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Indie 1.1%, Casual 0.8%

  34. #34 Battle Chess: Game of Kings™
    78% 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 49.9%, Board Game 27.4%, Tabletop 21.4%, Casual 1.3%

  35. #35 3D Chess
    78% matchMixed58% of 168 reviews2016
    Dev: bumblebeePub: familyplay
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    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.

    Why similar: Chess 54.7%, Tabletop 22.8%, Board Game 20.7%, Casual 1.9%

  36. #36 Ancient Saga: Vikings Journey
    75% matchVery Positive87% of 85 reviews2023
    Dev: Matryoshka
    Windows · Mac

    Thor and the Vikings are on a mission to save Midgard from Fenrir. To achieve their aim, they take a daring journey to Ancient Greece in search of a remedy. However, they soon realize that the task ahead of them will be harder than they imagined.

    Why similar: Mythology 60.8%, Puzzle 13.1%, Stylized 10.1%, Colorful 7.4%, Atmospheric 5.7%

  37. #37 Hang The Kings
    76% matchMostly Positive77% of 65 reviews2019
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    Hang The Kings is a chess-inspired puzzle game. Capture all pieces of the same color before eliminating its King.

    Why similar: Chess 74%, Puzzle 11.6%, Minimalist 8.9%, Casual 5.4%

  38. #38 Spear Song
    72% matchVery Positive91% of 184 reviews2024
    Dev: Divovision Games
    Windows

    Ancient Slavic knights fight against evil in turn-based tactical combat! Lead your group through the kingdom to cleanse the land from fiends and monsters! Each attempt presents a new, randomly generated journey.

    Why similar: Mythology 38.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 28.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 27.3%, Atmospheric 6.4%

  39. #39 Raiders of the North Sea
    74% matchVery Positive87% of 259 reviews2019
    Dev: Dire Wolf
    Windows · Mac

    It's Raiding Season! Plunder your way to Viking adventure in the digital adaptation of the award-winning worker-placement board game!

    Why similar: Board Game 22.4%, Tabletop 20.7%, Medieval 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%

  40. #40 WARTILE
    74% matchMostly Positive75% of 707 reviews2018
    Dev: Playwood Project
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Wartile is a cool-down based strategy game in which you control a warband of Viking figurines in a miniature universe inspired by Norse mythology. Unravel its secrets and rein the powers of the gods.

    Why similar: Tabletop 41.5%, Medieval 34.2%, Cinematic 17.3%, Atmospheric 7%

  41. #41 Dawnfolk
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 668 reviews2025
    Dev: Darenn KellerPub: Astra Logical
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Dawnfolk is a charmingly dark, casual and puzzly survival building game. Gather resources, rebuild your realm, and protect your people from oppressive shadows. Can you unveil the secrets of the monoliths and bring light back to the world?

    Why similar: Board Game 29.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.6%, Medieval 19.9%, Puzzle 11.9%, Minimalist 8.4%

  42. #42 Unlock The King 3
    73% matchMostly Positive78% of 73 reviews2020
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    A new sequel of the successful Unlock The King, now with 3D boards based on Rubik's Cubes. An originally designed puzzle game inspired by chess. Move the pieces and create a path to Unlock the King.

    Why similar: Chess 41.8%, Abstract 17.1%, Tabletop 8.7%, Board Game 8.2%, Puzzle 7.9%

  43. #43 The Chess
    70% matchMostly Positive79% of 93 reviews2025
    Dev: NowakGames
    Windows

    The ChessThemed Chess offers a relaxing, minimalist chess experience with multiple boards, piece sets, AI opponents, and multiplayer. Play in 3D or 2D, learn the game’s history, and explore RPG-themed DLC. Free to Play – Download now and enjoy endless strategy!

    Why similar: Chess 35.9%, Historical 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Tabletop 8.4%

  44. #44 Wulin Chess
    70% matchMostly Positive75% of 489 reviews2024
    Dev: LameCat StudioPub: East2west Games
    Windows

    Wulin Chess is a turn-based strategy game set in a captivating dark fantasy world. Employ diverse characters across various boards/battlefields, and devise strategic thinking for victory. Strengthen your heroes by collecting equipment and enhancing attributes to face the challenges that lie ahead.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 71.2%, Atmospheric 28.8%

  45. #45 5D Chess With Multiverse Time Travel
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,762 reviews2020
    Dev: Conor Petersen
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    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!

    Why similar: Chess 63.7%, Board Game 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.5%, Puzzle 4.6%

  46. #46 Kingsvein
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 293 reviews2024
    Dev: Rad Codex
    Windows

    Explore and reclaim the infested castle-city of Kingsvein! Ride into its depths on your trusty wyvern, and lead your customizable party of Knights and Mystics in deep tactical combat.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 40.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 33.4%, Medieval 25.9%

  47. #47 Pendragon: Narrative Tactics
    71% matchMixed67% of 132 reviews2020
    Dev: inkle Ltd
    Windows · Mac

    AD 673. Camelot has fallen. The Round Table must rally to save King Arthur. Narrative strategy game from the creators of 80 DAYS, with elegant tactics and a unique, dynamic story every time you replay.

    Why similar: Mythology 34.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 27.9%, Historical 14.5%, Board Game 9.4%, Medieval 8.3%

  48. #48 Carcassonne - Tiles & Tactics
    69% matchVery Positive85% of 2,652 reviews2017
    Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Twin Sails Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    The official adaptation of the famous board game Carcassonne! A modern classic tile-placement game based on the award winning game in which the players draw and place a tile with a piece of southern French landscape on it. The player can then decide to place one of his followers, called Meeples.

    Why similar: Board Game 26.8%, Tabletop 23.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Medieval 12.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.1%

  49. #49 Fantasy Quest Solitaire
    71% matchVery Positive85% of 125 reviews2018
    Dev: rokaplay
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    At the very last moment the Fairy Land was saved from the dark shadows. But now absolute chaos is threatening its peaceful denizens. King Feodor asks the magic Fairies for help. Are you ready to face this challenge? Play your cards right and solve many challenging quests.

    Why similar: Board Game 39.3%, Tabletop 22.8%, Puzzle 16.8%, Colorful 8%, Casual 5.7%

  50. #50 Knights in Tight Spaces
    68% matchMostly Positive71% of 825 reviews2025
    Dev: Ground ShatterPub: Raw Fury
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Control your environment, gather your party, and build your best deck to overcome outlaws and supernatural forces, across a rich fantasy world. Watch as your tactical choices and deckbuilding prowess play out through stylish fight sequences.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 45.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 39.9%, Puzzle 14.8%

  51. #51 Land of Puzzles: Castles
    72% matchMixed60% of 72 reviews2018
    Dev: Ripknot Systems
    Windows

    In Land of Puzzles: Castles the king and queen need your help. To avoid war the king has accepted a challenge of puzzles to solve. He needs you to solve 15 sets of challenging puzzles and help him secure the kingdom.

    Why similar: Puzzle 46.7%, Casual 20.1%, Relaxing 19.1%, Indie 14.1%

  52. #52 Unlock The King 2
    71% matchMixed70% of 127 reviews2020
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    The sequel of the successful Unlock The King, now in a tridimensional board. An originally designed puzzle game inspired by chess. Move the pieces and create a path to Unlock the King.

    Why similar: Chess 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Tabletop 17.3%, Board Game 16.7%, Abstract 14.9%

  53. #53 Tabulo
    66% matchVery Positive94% of 53 reviews2026
    Dev: Noah Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Position your pieces carefully to max out your score in this Balatro-inspired chess roguelike. Enhance your pieces, purchase powers, and win bonuses from optional challenges, but be careful - your board only has so much room.

    Why similar: Chess 38.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 32.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.9%, Casual 2.5%, Indie 1.3%

  54. #54 Master of Piece
    65% matchVery Positive92% of 174 reviews2026
    Dev: I M GAME
    Windows · Mac

    Recruit mercenaries, combine their traits, and forge endless synergies. Venture through the mysterious medieval realm, facing powerful foes and mighty bosses. Simple turn-based rules hide deep strategic depth—build your ultimate team, master the pieces, and uncover the secrets of the Black fog.

    Why similar: Tabletop 24.6%, Board Game 22.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Medieval 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%

  55. #55 Church Era
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 50 reviews2019
    Dev: Kuang-Yu Cheng
    Windows · Mac

    "Church Era" is a fast-paced worker-placement strategy game set in a medieval fantasy land Tigris. Place your units to acquire new areas, attack your enemy, and reveal the story behind this world through your victory.

    Why similar: Board Game 47.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 40.7%, Indie 5.9%, Casual 5.4%

  56. #56 Veterum
    64% matchVery Positive93% of 126 reviews2025
    Dev: Crasleen Games
    Windows

    Turn-based tactical strategy with a detailed combat system and interactive environment. Explore the open world, complete quests, search for rare artifacts. Lead the last army of the Order of the Gatekeepers and stop the coming chaos!

    Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 53.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 44.4%, Indie 2.2%

  57. #57 Raiders of Valhalla
    66% matchMostly Positive79% of 100 reviews2024
    Dev: Afil Games
    Windows

    Lead a fearless horde of Viking dwarves, strengthen them with legendary equipment, conquer unknown lands, and witness the colossal destruction they leave behind. How far will you be able to take your warriors? The journey to glory begins now!

    Why similar: Casual 100%

  58. #58 BOT.vinnik Chess: Combination Lessons
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 126 reviews2020
    Dev: Deep Green GamesPub: Abyssal Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Nowadays everyone is a self-proclaimed chess player! Quite different from the soviet kids back in the old days. Maybe you are not so lazy and really want to improve your chess knowledge. Surprise me!

    Why similar: Chess 44.9%, Board Game 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Puzzle 6.6%

  59. #59 Land of Puzzles: Battles
    70% matchMostly Negative37% of 78 reviews2018
    Dev: Ripknot Systems
    Windows

    In Land of Puzzles: Battles the king and queen need your help. To avoid war the king has accepted a challenge of puzzles to solve. He needs you to solve 15 sets of challenging puzzles and help him secure the kingdom.

    Why similar: Puzzle 47.4%, Relaxing 19.9%, Casual 18.5%, Indie 14.3%

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