Games Like Chessarama

Help the Knights to rescue their Kings and Queens in the beautiful and dangerous Vikings Lands. An innovative game concept inspired by chess: infiltrate mindfully, rescue quickly, and get out alive if you can.

Why similar: Chess 20.4% ★, Tabletop 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Board Game 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same core philosophy of using chess piece movement patterns to solve grid-based puzzles in a thematic setting.

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 27.2% ★, Cozy 18.7%, Tabletop 13.8%, Puzzle 9.9%, Relaxing 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a cozy, puzzle-focused experience that reimagines how chess pieces interact with the board to reach specific goals.

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 27.3% ★, Tabletop 25.4%, Relaxing 9.8%, Puzzle 9.8%, Difficult 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on minimalist, chess-inspired movement puzzles that feel very similar to the mechanics found in Chessarama.

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 20.7% ★, Tabletop 19.7%, Board Game 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Puzzle 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a collection of diverse chess-inspired games that challenge standard board game conventions.

Chess, but you replace your entire army with a royal shotgun. A unique strategy roguelike based on the timeless checkboard classic.

Why similar: Chess 31.5% ★, Tabletop 23.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.3%, Strategy 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This roguelike takes the fundamental rules of chess and twists them into a unique, combat-oriented tactical experience.

Never play the same game of chess again! ChessCraft is a chess AI sandbox. Create your own chess boards, rules, and pieces. Play against the computer or your friends online, or win loot by playing one of 80 built-in chess boards in adventure mode.

Why similar: Chess 27.9% ★, Tabletop 20.4%, Board Game 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%, Family Friendly 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This sandbox game allows players to create their own chess variants and boards, matching the creative spirit of Chessarama.

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 33.5% ★, Tabletop 25%, Relaxing 11.5%, Puzzle 10.1%, Strategy 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a minimalist, relaxing approach to chess puzzles that focuses purely on tactical problem-solving.

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 31.2% ★, Board Game 17.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Puzzle 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: It blends chess movement with deckbuilding mechanics to create a deep, turn-based tactical puzzle game.

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 33% ★, Tabletop 25.5%, Relaxing 11.5%, Puzzle 9.9%, Strategy 8%

Why You'll Like It: A direct companion to the Zen Chess series, providing focused, bite-sized tactical challenges.

Quilts and Cats of Calico is a wholesome, award-winning complex puzzle game for 1 to 4 players. Meet adorable cats and sew the coziest quilts. Compete with other players in multiplayer mode, play solo, or delve into the story of a quilter sewing their way through the city of cats.

Why similar: Tabletop 21.3%, Wholesome 16.8%, Board Game 14.9%, Cozy 14.8%, Relaxing 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: While thematicly different, it shares the relaxing, board-game-based puzzle DNA found in Chessarama.

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 32.4% ★, Tabletop 25.3%, Relaxing 11.1%, Puzzle 9.8%, Strategy 8%

Why You'll Like It: It continues the series' commitment to clean, accessible chess puzzles for players of all skill levels.

Control powerful mechs from the future to defeat an alien threat. Each attempt to save the world presents a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 40.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 26%, Strategy 18.9%, Puzzle 10.5%, Simulation 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: While not strictly chess, it is the gold standard for grid-based, turn-based tactical puzzles where every move is a calculated decision.

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 33.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.5%, Strategy 13%, Board Game 11.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It combines the movement logic of chess with roguelike dungeon crawling for a fresh, replayable experience.

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 30.8% ★, Tabletop 24.3%, Relaxing 10.4%, Puzzle 9.4%, Strategy 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: The introductory entry in the series, perfect for quick, satisfying tactical exercises.

THIS IS NOT CLASSIC CHESS! Dark Chess is an asymmetric puzzle-strategy game featuring fog of war. Survive a story-driven campaign filled with custom boards, traps, and rule-breaking Kings and Queens of the past. Stealth, calculated risks and outsmarting the unknown are your only ways to win.

Why similar: Chess 19.5% ★, Tabletop 18.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Board Game 11.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: This variant introduces fog-of-war mechanics, forcing players to rely on deduction and tactical positioning rather than perfect information.

This is a refreshing Chinese chess game with realistic graphics and a detailed audio tutorial that will keep you entertained, even as a novice. A variety of well-designed challenges will test your tactics. Sit back and relax, as you transform into a master of strategy.

Why similar: Board Game 23%, Tabletop 22.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.7%, Strategy 18.6%, Relaxing 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a relaxing, high-quality implementation of a classic board game that appeals to fans of traditional strategy.

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

Why similar: Tabletop 23.3%, Chess 17.6% ★, Board Game 11.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game simplifies the chess board into a puzzle-heavy format that emphasizes movement efficiency.

"The real chess was the friends we made along the way." - Randy Mc'Chess

Why similar: Chess 27% ★, Tabletop 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Board Game 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: It provides an educational and character-driven take on chess that is accessible and family-friendly.

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 21.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Board Game 13%, Psychological Horror 10.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-heavy approach to chess that focuses on teaching tactical combinations through structured challenges.

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 31.2% ★, Board Game 18.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Puzzle 9.8%, Strategy 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides an endless, puzzle-like approach to chess that keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.

Play the ancient and thrilling game of Chess but with... cats! Lead your furry friends to the Purrfect battle of brains and whiskers!

Why similar: Chess 18.3% ★, Tabletop 17.5%, Cozy 11.8%, Board Game 10.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%

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 23.3% ★, Tabletop 20%, Board Game 13.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Strategy 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: While a more traditional simulator, its high-quality presentation and variety of modes make it a staple for any chess fan.

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: Tabletop 27.5%, Chess 25.5% ★, Puzzle 9.8%, Relaxing 9.2%, Strategy 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist puzzle game that focuses on the specific movement of the knight piece, echoing the piece-specific challenges in Chessarama.

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: Tabletop 28.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Strategy 14.1%, Chess 12.5% ★

Create, collect and play board games from around the world, you can customise board sizes, piece moves and their unique look. There's 20+ classic board games and countless future games of yours!

Why similar: Tabletop 32.5%, Board Game 21.9%, Strategy 19.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.7%, Casual 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a 3D, casual take on the game that is easy to pick up and play for quick sessions.

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: Tabletop 32%, Chess 17.9% ★, Board Game 12.8%, Puzzle 10.7%, Difficult 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: This collection of tabletop-inspired puzzles offers a similar variety of challenges for fans of turn-based logic.

Chess! One of the world’s most popular games, has just got even better! Pure Chess Grandmaster Edition is a stunning celebration of the greatest strategy game of all time.

Why similar: Chess 23% ★, Tabletop 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%, Board Game 9.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, realistic chess experience that serves as a great baseline for those who enjoy the game's core mechanics.

Play chess with help from your AI character, solve chess puzzles, build an unrivaled openings repertoire, and win tournaments worldwide. Become World Champion in the first and only chess career simulator!

Why similar: Tabletop 22.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Board Game 14.3%, Chess 12.9% ★

Mate'Morphosis is a pixel art, chess-inspired puzzle game built around the concept of becoming the piece you capture. Outsmart each board, adapt to evolving mechanics, and hunt down the rival king across every stage.

Why similar: Chess 37.5% ★, Difficult 18.4%, Puzzle 14%, Strategy 9.6%, Board Game 5.8%

Play classic chess on Steam: challenge AI opponents, invite friends online, solve puzzles, customize your board, and unlock achievements.

Why similar: Board Game 29.5%, Chess 26.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 23.2%, Casual 12.5%, Strategy 8.5%

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 28.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Strategy 10.6%, Board Game 9.3%

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: Tabletop 24.7%, Chess 24.6% ★, Board Game 14.4%, Strategy 10.1%, Family Friendly 8%

​Welcome to the chess school! Connect with the brilliant girls of Sakuragi town and engage them in chess matches. How will you master the moves that come your way?​

Why similar: Psychological Horror 39.5%, Chess 38.6% ★, Atmospheric 12%, Casual 10%

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 34.7% ★, Board Game 18.1%, Difficult 15%, Puzzle 11.2%, Strategy 9%

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: Turn-Based Strategy 33.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 18%, Chess 17.5% ★, Strategy 17.5%, Difficult 7.7%

In Zen Chess: Champion's Moves you will be put in the position of a World Chess Champion. Play through historical games and solve the same chess problems the champions had to solve to win each game.

Why similar: Chess 32.5% ★, Tabletop 24.1%, Relaxing 10.9%, Puzzle 9.6%, Strategy 7.4%

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 25.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 18.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Board Game 17.2%, Difficult 14.2%

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 21.7% ★, Tabletop 18%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Board Game 11.8%

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 25% ★, Tabletop 16.6%, Board Game 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%, Puzzle 8.3%

Dive into a world of Victorian elegance and mechanical marvels. Discover steam-powered wonders while testing the limits of your puzzle-solving skills.

Why similar: Tabletop 34.7%, Board Game 19.4%, Puzzle 10.2%, Simulation 9.2%, Family Friendly 7%

🧩 Handcrafted jigsaw puzzles made by top-notch artists. Never AI, never generic stock images. Relax and discover unique collections piece by piece.

Why similar: Tabletop 25.1%, Board Game 15.1%, Cozy 13.9%, Puzzle 10.1%, Relaxing 8.5%

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: Turn-Based Strategy 24.8%, Chess 24.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Tabletop 13.6%, Strategy 11.7%

Chess'Extra is a new free chess game with a 10x10 board and 2 new pieces: Priest and Assassin. Additional game modes "Traps", "Reinforcements", "Fog of war" and "Random positions" are available. Basic Chess available.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26%, Board Game 23.5%, Strategy 13.7%, Relaxing 10.5%, Family Friendly 10.1%

Beautifully drawn artworks from the DACHstudio members for you to puzzle. Multiple difficulties from 16 up to 728 pieces 🧩 for everyone to enjoy.

Why similar: Tabletop 28.9%, Board Game 21.3%, Puzzle 11.6%, Casual 9.4%, Simulation 8.9%

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

Why similar: Chess 24.3% ★, Tabletop 19.2%, Board Game 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Difficult 11%

Kingdomino is a cosy 1-4 player tile-laying strategy game of kingdom building. Place colorful dominoes, match terrains, and crown your lands to create the most prosperous realm. Simple to learn yet deeply strategic game perfect for quick sessions, solo challenges, or competitive multiplayer.

Why similar: Tabletop 17.1%, Wholesome 15.7%, Board Game 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Cozy 8%

Turn-based play is central to Chinese Chess. HyperChineseChess removes this rule—battle AI or players in real-time, using quick thinking to win. Experience classic chess reimagined!

Why similar: Board Game 30.3%, Strategy 25.6%, Tabletop 19.3%, Casual 14.1%, Relaxing 10.8%

Dice With Death is a Dicebuilding Roguelike – Unfortunately you have already died. Fortunately, Death is up for some friendly competition. Collect new dice and relics, create damage stacking combos, and even cheat Death himself to emerge victorious.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29.7%, Board Game 21.5%, Difficult 17.4%, Relaxing 15.1%, Strategy 11%

An adorable and relaxing open world puzzle adventure for monsters who love to learn about humans!

Why similar: Difficult 21.6%, Puzzle 18%, Family Friendly 17.2%, Relaxing 13.6%, Strategy 11.9%

Luck can be useful, but the more you improve your strategy, the less you depend on it. Unlock the Little Inner Monsters we all have, in this codebreaking strategy game inspired by Wordle and Mastermind. As you play it regularly, create your own diary of feelings and reflections.

Why similar: Tabletop 24.3%, Wholesome 15.6%, Board Game 14.9%, Cozy 14.7%, Strategy 8.5%

chess simulator game

Why similar: Chess 41.3% ★, Board Game 17.4%, Tabletop 17.1%, Simulation 11.4%, Family Friendly 7.6%

Gambonanza is a tactical roguelike that sets chess pieces on a tiny board. Forget traditional chess and embrace the chaos of breaking the balance! Spend your money on rule-bending upgrades, board tiles and pieces. Experiment with illegal combinations and face off against iconic bosses!

Why similar: Chess 29.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21%, Board Game 17.3%, Difficult 13.3%, Strategy 8.9%

How does Chess Sudoku work? Well we’ve taken the classic sudoku game everyone knows and loves and created puzzles with chess-related twists! There are three different types of puzzles in the game: Knight Sudoku; King Sudoku and Queen Sudoku.

Why similar: Strategy 33.3%, Board Game 26.7%, Puzzle 20.7%, Casual 19.3%

The Number 1 Jigsaw Puzzle Game.

Why similar: Tabletop 24.1%, Puzzle 18.8%, Board Game 15.6%, Relaxing 8.8%, Family Friendly 8.2%

If you like to make puzzles, Super Jigsaw Puzzle is your game. Enjoy its comfortable and intuitive interface and its relaxing music that will allow you to concentrate on the difficult task of solving these beautiful photos that pose a real challenge for lovers of puzzles.

Why similar: Tabletop 25.9%, Board Game 14%, Difficult 11.3%, Family Friendly 11%, Puzzle 9.4%

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 33.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Board Game 10.1%, Strategy 8.6%

Creatures from all over the Galaxy make their way to play on the annual idle chess tournament. In Idle Chess Story You take control of a team of chess units with special abilities to win over your opponents and increase your rank.

Why similar: Tabletop 69.2%, Strategy 21%, Casual 9.8%