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Chessplosion is an arcade action puzzle game where you drop chess piece bombs to create chain reactions and trap opponents. Defeat enemies and bosses in Adventure Mode and the roguelike-inspired Dungeon Mode, break targets with limited bombs in Puzzle Mode, or fight friends and AI in Battle Mode.

Reviews: Very Positive — 96% — of 152 reviews
Released: 2021-09-21
Developer: C.T. Matthews
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 2.0 hrs
Mean playtime: 5.5 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 68%

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    Why similar: Action 100%

  57. #57 Dragon Drop
    66% matchVery Positive98% of 104 reviews2022
    Dev: Cloudy Games LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Drop the dragons and don't get dropped in this frantic party game for up to 4 players! In Dragon Drop, you'll compete on a checkerboard arena, where you can use fire breath to wipe away lines of cubes and drop your opponents. But watch your step, or you'll be the one getting dropped!

    Why similar: Top-Down 27.2%, Arcade 24.8%, PvP 15.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%, Colorful 8.2%

  58. #58 Sigma Impact
    66% matchVery Positive96% of 100 reviews2021
    Dev: John Bishop
    Windows

    A physics-based 2D action roguelite set in a dungeon of glass. Master intense combat, be immersed in captivating visuals with adaptive music and sound design tailored to your gameplay.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.4%, Top-Down 14.6%, Arcade 14.2%, Roguelite 13.3%, PvP 8.7%

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