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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Chess, Board Game, Strategy, Singleplayer.

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Reviews: Positive — 88% — of 42 reviews
Released: 2022-06-16
Developer: Deep Green Games
Publisher: Abyssal Studios
Genres: Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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  1. #1 Mad Chess
    97% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Kenjataimu Studio
    Windows

    Mad Chess is a turn-based strategy game that vastly expands on the classic game of chess. Explore a colorful fantasy world, recruit up to 20 unique factions, fight-off an alien invasion in a single-player story mode or battle your friends online!

    Why similar: Chess 33.9%, Time Manipulation 18.4%, Board Game 14.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.3%, Difficult 8%

  2. #2 5D Chess With Multiverse Time Travel
    96% 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 46.6%, Time Manipulation 18.4%, Board Game 12.2%, Difficult 6.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.4%

  3. #3 BOT.VINNIK Chess Masters Academy
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Deep Green GamesPub: Abyssal Studios
    Windows

    Listen up, comrade! Tired of feeling like a terrible chess player? Ditch the flashy modern tools. My routine is simple: I teach you a sharp concept, you apply it in a puzzle, then I unveil the secret twist. Survive my training, and become a true Chess Master!

    Why similar: Chess 40.8%, Board Game 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%, Dark Humor 8.4%, Psychological 5.9%

  4. #4 Chex
    95% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2023
    Dev: KonsolKongenPub: Stuen
    Windows

    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 52.9%, Board Game 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Tabletop 11.1%, Strategy 2.9%

  5. #5 BOT.vinnik Chess: Legendary Queens
    94% 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 49%, Board Game 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.3%, Psychological 5.3%, Strategy 5%

  6. #6 ChessSnake
    94% 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 51.8%, Board Game 17.8%, Tabletop 10.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.3%

  7. #7 Lilith's Game
    93% 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 53.9%, Board Game 16.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%, Tabletop 8.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.3%

  8. #8 Chessformer
    91% 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 55.3%, Board Game 20.8%, Difficult 13%, Puzzle 7.1%, Strategy 3.6%

  9. #9 Battle Chess: Game of Kings™
    91% 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 49.3%, Board Game 30.1%, Tabletop 14.6%, Strategy 5.9%

  10. #10 Swords & Shields AdvBattleBoard
    90% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: Mark AinsworthPub: (Mark Ainsworth)
    Windows

    A casual puzzle played with 4 sided chits with a swords or a shield on an edge played on a classic chess board. when chits clash they may rotate or capture the other, your objective is to capture the crown chits, there are 4 on both sides.

    Why similar: Chess 56%, Board Game 28.3%, Puzzle 9%, Strategy 5.9%, Singleplayer 0.8%

  11. #11 3D Chess Online
    89% matchMixed54% of 24 reviews2023
    Dev: Yusuf Islam SeyhanPub: Inspector Studios
    Windows

    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 47%, Board Game 19.1%, Tabletop 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.2%, Puzzle 6%

  12. #12 MetaChess
    88% 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 54.1%, Board Game 21.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.6%, Puzzle 5.5%

  13. #13 Infernal Chess
    89% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Hard Shark Games
    Windows

    Infernal Chess is a dark fantasy chess game set in the fiery depths of hell. Battle on a volcanic chessboard with creature-themed pieces and master strategic gameplay as you navigate the intense atmosphere of the inferno!

    Why similar: Chess 44%, Board Game 19.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Tabletop 8.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.6%

  14. #14 The Ouroboros King
    87% 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 42.6%, Board Game 21.2%, Difficult 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.2%

  15. #15 Chess Morph: The Queen's Wormholes
    86% 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 38.8%, Board Game 19.1%, Difficult 13.1%, Tabletop 9%, Puzzle 7%

  16. #16 flChess 2
    85% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2021
    Dev: Flying. Stone. Production
    Windows

    Chess game in 3D environment, where advanced artifical inteligence with 6 levels of strength can make you work hard for win.

    Why similar: Chess 38.4%, Board Game 16.2%, Difficult 11.8%, Tabletop 11.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%

  17. #17 Caïssa Chess Island
    86% 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 56.2%, Board Game 18.9%, Tabletop 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.7%, Strategy 5.6%

  18. #18 Combat Chess
    84% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2021
    Dev: Minds Eye ProductionsPub: Strategy First
    Windows

    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 56.8%, Board Game 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 8%, Tabletop 7.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.3%

  19. #19 Dice chess
    84% 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 49.6%, Board Game 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Tabletop 9.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.1%

  20. #20 Chesscape Room
    82% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: Figmenthol
    Windows

    Escape custom chess boards with your king while your opponent hunts you down. Play campaigns, solve puzzles, compete locally or ranked online, and build your own puzzles and campaigns in the editor.

    Why similar: Chess 51.2%, Board Game 18.2%, Difficult 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%, Puzzle 4.7%

  21. #21 Chess Tales
    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: IRG Studios
    Windows · Linux

    Lead your chess army beyond the 8x8 board into a heavily guarded, enchanted fortress, solving environmental puzzles across overgrown gardens, collapsing caves, smelly sewers and trap-filled dungeons until you reach the throne and face the King.

    Why similar: Chess 27.9%, Board Game 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Tabletop 13.7%, Puzzle 7.7%

  22. #22 Passant: A Chess Roguelike
    81% 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 58.7%, Board Game 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Strategy 5.7%, Tabletop 4.5%

  23. #23 Chess 2
    82% 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 51%, Board Game 20.1%, Tabletop 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.8%, Puzzle 6.6%

  24. #24 Regimental Chess
    81% matchMixed55% of 330 reviews2015
    Dev: Regimental Chess Dev.Pub: Regimental Chess Inc.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Regimental Chess is a battle game where large armies of chess pieces move and capture in mass formations. Up to 372 pieces in a single battle.

    Why similar: Chess 54%, Board Game 21.6%, Difficult 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 6%, Strategy 4.8%

  25. #25 BOT.vinnik Chess: Combination Lessons
    80% 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 42.6%, Board Game 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Psychological 8.7%, Puzzle 5.5%

  26. #26 Tamerlane Chess
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: gamegine
    Windows

    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 48.6%, Board Game 18.2%, Tabletop 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%, Strategy 4.6%

  27. #27 4d Chess
    79% matchNo user reviews2022
    Dev: Ricky Robot
    Windows

    Chess that isn't flat. Move up and down, between levels, and attack from all directions. All the pieces you know with extra moves that add interesting complexity. Several different volumes to choose from ranging from 4x4x4 to 8x8x8. 4d checkers, 3d chess and checkers are included.

    Why similar: Chess 43%, Board Game 19.1%, Tabletop 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, Survival Horror 4.8%

  28. #28 Mind Games
    79% matchMixed69% of 204 reviews2016
    Dev: AK GamesPub: My Way Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Mind games is a great set of extremely hard brain twisting puzzles! Warning: this game is for smarties! Only one out of ten people can solve the first puzzle!

    Why similar: Chess 38.2%, Board Game 19.6%, Tabletop 19.6%, Difficult 11.1%, Puzzle 9.1%

  29. #29 Chess Ultra
    78% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,254 reviews2017
    Dev: Ripstone
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Introducing Chess Ultra; the most breathtaking chess game ever made. Experience stunning 4K visuals, seamless online multiplayer, Grandmaster approved AI and full VR compatibility.

    Why similar: Chess 47%, Board Game 19.5%, Tabletop 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%, Strategy 4.6%

  30. #30 The Rookery
    76% 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 57.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Board Game 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 7%, Puzzle 4.4%

  31. #31 Puzzle & Chess
    77% matchMixed59% of 22 reviews2021
    Dev: Beni Games
    Windows

    Puzzle & Chess is a relaxing and minimalist game that mixes puzzle challenges with chess moves. Click on pieces, solve the puzzles with a pleasant and relaxing environment. You don't need to know how to play chess to have fun. No score, no timer and no pressure.

    Why similar: Chess 46.6%, Board Game 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%, Tabletop 9.8%, Puzzle 6.2%

  32. #32 Strike Chess
    76% 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 46%, Board Game 22.2%, Tabletop 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, Strategy 6.2%

  33. #33 Chess Bomb
    77% 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 49.4%, Board Game 21.8%, Difficult 12.7%, Puzzle 7.1%, Strategy 4.1%

  34. #34 Triple Chess
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Haywire Games
    Windows

    Triple Chess reimagines classic chess with three stacked boards and vertical movement, creating deeper strategy, new tactics, and thrilling multi-level battles.

    Why similar: Board Game 28.4%, Chess 26.6%, Tabletop 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Strategy 8.5%

  35. #35 Hexachess
    74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Tricky Chaos
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Chess 50.3%, Board Game 19.3%, Tabletop 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 4.4%

  36. #36 Battle Chess 4000
    75% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
    Dev: Interplay Entertainment Corp.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Welcome to the Chess Game of Tomorrow!

    Why similar: Chess 52.1%, Board Game 24%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Strategy 5.1%, Tabletop 4%

  37. #37 Grandmaster Chess
    74% 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 47.7%, Board Game 20.5%, Tabletop 12.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Strategy 4.1%

  38. #38 Backstabbing King
    73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Flown
    Windows

    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 57.3%, Board Game 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 8%, Strategy 7.5%, Puzzle 7.3%

  39. #39 Fritz Chess 17 Steam Edition
    73% 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 67.6%, Board Game 25.5%, Strategy 6.5%, Singleplayer 0.4%

  40. #40 Gigachess
    73% 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 36.1%, Board Game 17%, Tabletop 13.7%, Difficult 9.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%

  41. #41 Four Kings One War
    72% 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 51.2%, Board Game 23.2%, Strategy 13.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Indie 0.7%

  42. #42 Chessarama
    70% 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 22.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Board Game 13.8%, Tabletop 13.8%, Difficult 9.8%

  43. #43 Stress Chess
    71% 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 52%, Board Game 17.1%, Tabletop 8.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.8%

  44. #44 Chess You
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Studio SoSeong
    Windows

    Play classic chess against girls who tease, provoke, and challenge you.

    Why similar: Chess 58.1%, Board Game 21.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%, Strategy 4.1%, Puzzle 3.4%

  45. #45 Cute Chess
    72% 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 62.4%, Board Game 21.1%, Tabletop 10.1%, Strategy 6.2%, Singleplayer 0.2%

  46. #46 Fritz Chess 14
    71% matchMostly Positive71% of 122 reviews2014
    Dev: ChessBasePub: Viva Media
    Windows

    FRITZ CHESS 14! The Ultimate Chess SoftwarePlay against FRITZ or play online at FRITZ CHESS 14 is the most comprehensive chess program in the world. Whether you are new to the game or a Grandmaster, FRITZ 14 is suitable for all skill levels!

    Why similar: Chess 82.3%, Tabletop 13.3%, Strategy 4.3%

  47. #47 Chess of Fortune
    70% 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 54.3%, Board Game 21.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Strategy 6%, Turn-Based Tactics 4.9%

  48. #48 Protocol Aegirum
    69% 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 55%, Board Game 21.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 7%, Strategy 2.9%

  49. #49 GoblinChess
    69% 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 53.7%, Board Game 22.8%, Tabletop 9.9%, Strategy 6.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 6%

  50. #50 MAFIA Chess
    70% 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 64.3%, Board Game 21.9%, Strategy 6.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.1%, Indie 0.5%

  51. #51 Let's Learn Janggi (Korean Chess)
    69% 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 62.7%, Board Game 23.6%, Strategy 6.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.6%, Singleplayer 0.3%

  52. #52 Kingdom Chess
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Infected Mind Dev
    Windows

    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 55.2%, Board Game 20%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.3%, Strategy 4.1%

  53. #53 Samurai Chess
    68% matchMostly Positive72% of 39 reviews2021
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows

    The classical game of chess... now with samurai warriors! Play chess against your friends or versus the computer, unlock new scenarios and chess pieces, and prove yourself to be a real samurai.

    Why similar: Chess 46.7%, Board Game 17.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Tabletop 11.3%, Puzzle 6.2%

  54. #54 Boardfall
    66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Follow the fun
    Windows

    Progressively harder waves of enemies fall from the sky. Capture them to earn gold, and then purchase your own reinforcements to drop onto the board. 10 brand new chess pieces to master. How many waves can you survive?

    Why similar: Chess 57.3%, Board Game 15.5%, Tabletop 9.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 5%

  55. #55 Waves of Chess
    66% 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 64.7%, Board Game 22.2%, Strategy 6.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.2%, Singleplayer 0.4%

  56. #56 Prismarch
    67% 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 62.9%, Board Game 14.5%, Tabletop 9.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 8%, Strategy 4.5%

  57. #57 Circular Logic Games
    67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Windows

    Various board games based on chess, checkers and others on different boards.

    Why similar: Chess 52.9%, Board Game 47.1%

  58. #58 Chess Twist
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Guillaume Fradin
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A mind-bending chess game, where straight lines turn and diagonals fork. Hundreds of different boards with new strategies hidden in plain sight.

    Why similar: Board Game 19.5%, Chess 15.9%, Difficult 12.7%, Tabletop 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%

  59. #59 Chess++
    68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
    Dev: JLogical Games
    Windows

    If regular chess has become stale and you're looking for a unique, new challenge, Chess++ is the game for you! Play a game against the AI in a chess board with 3 dimensions, new movesets, and new rules.

    Why similar: Chess 64.3%, Board Game 25.9%, Strategy 9.3%, Singleplayer 0.5%

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