Games Like Chinese Chess - Xiangqi

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

Why similar: Chess 34.1% ★, Board Game 20.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, PvP 7.2%, Casual 6.1%

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 54.9% ★, Board Game 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, Strategy 9%, Casual 4.3%

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 51.2% ★, Board Game 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, PvP 8.3%, Strategy 5.4%

Reversi - A Board Game of Strategy and Tactics!

Why similar: Chess 24.7% ★, Board Game 19.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Strategy 11.4%, PvP 7.4%

Dive into Gomoku: The Classic Five in a Row!

Why similar: Chess 25.7% ★, Board Game 19.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Strategy 11.7%, PvP 7.4%

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 48.3% ★, Board Game 11.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, PvP 8.7%, Strategy 6.6%

Olympiad Chess evolves classical chess into a unified 4v4 team sport. Across shared middle ranks, pieces migrate between boards to flank opponents and save teammates. A true multi-board competitive variant built to completely revolutionize FIDE team chess format!

Why similar: Chess 55.7% ★, Board Game 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%, PvP 8.5%, Strategy 5.4%

Play in the dark or under open skies. Sharp Chess is a clean, distraction-free chess experience — Stockfish AI, nature and dark themes. At home or on the go with Steam Deck.

Why similar: Chess 60.7% ★, Board Game 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, Strategy 9.7%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Play Classic chess expanded with 9 unique classes, Mana, spells, traps and passive abilities. Outsmart your opponent, create unexpected positions, compete online across PC and mobile.

Why similar: Chess 51.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Board Game 10.2%, PvP 7.6%, Strategy 7.4%

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 49.7% ★, Board Game 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.9%, Strategy 8.4%, Casual 4.8%

A new outlook on the classic strategy game, battle your way to winning.

Why similar: Chess 57.2% ★, Board Game 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.5%, Strategy 9.3%, Local Multiplayer 4.1%

A new-age chess game combined with math. Free to play with your bro offline, your friends or any players online.

Why similar: Chess 49.1% ★, Board Game 14.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, PvP 8.2%, Strategy 5.8%

Lead ten animal armies in 3D chess. Challenge the computer across five difficulties or play a friend locally. Learn with Danger Sense and 100 guided lessons, solve 100 mate-in-two puzzles, and conquer the nine-battle Gauntlet.

Why similar: Chess 59.6% ★, Board Game 14.9%, Strategy 7.4%, Local Multiplayer 6.8%, Casual 4.9%

A new patch just dropped for the ancient game of Chess. The Definitive Edition adds new pieces, chaotic cards, and modernized rules. Reshape the board and bring down the enemy Kings, heirs, and pretenders. Master the first major update in centuries.

Why similar: Chess 56.6% ★, Board Game 10.1%, Strategy 8.8%, PvP 8%, Turn-Based Tactics 7%

Classic Weiqi, Igo, Baduk, 圍棋 Discover Go Like Never Before! Welcome to a world where strategy and skill meet in the ancient game of Go, now available at your fingertips.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 19.2%, Souls-like 17.2%, Board Game 15.5%, Chess 15% ★, PvP 9.6%

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 50.1% ★, Board Game 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, PvP 9.2%, Strategy 5.6%

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 58.8% ★, Board Game 15%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Strategy 9.1%, Old School 2.9%

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 63.8% ★, Board Game 17.8%, Strategy 9.5%, Tactical 4.7%, 2D 2.1%

Challenge 20 chess masters from around the world to duels across the board. Defeat them one by one, prove your skills, and fight your way to the top to become the ultimate CHECKBORNE Champion.

Why similar: Chess 58.4% ★, Board Game 16.1%, Strategy 9.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 5%, Local Multiplayer 4.7%

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 58.3% ★, Board Game 16.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Strategy 9.7%, 2D 1.9%

The World has united their strongest Grandmasters to challenge us! But they forget one thing: the Soviet School of Chess has no equal. Take your seat, comrade. It is time to show the globe who truly rules the 64 squares!

Why similar: Chess 61.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 17.2%, Board Game 9.4%, Strategy 6.9%, Logic 3.1%

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 51.3% ★, Board Game 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, PvP 6.7%, Strategy 5.8%

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 57.7% ★, Board Game 16.1%, Strategy 6.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 5%, PvP 4.3%

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 51% ★, Board Game 16.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.5%, Strategy 10%, PvP 5.8%

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 55.4% ★, Board Game 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Strategy 11.2%, 2D 1.6%

Chess... chess never changes. How much can you do?! It's time for something new - a combination of chess and snake!

Why similar: Chess 57.1% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Board Game 14.5%, Strategy 8.9%, Old School 2.8%

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 58.6% ★, Board Game 16.6%, Strategy 7.9%, PvP 6.9%, Local Multiplayer 4.5%

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 58.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Board Game 15.5%, Strategy 8.2%, 2D 1.6%

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 51.6% ★, Board Game 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%, PvP 9.2%, Strategy 6.1%

Save the forest in this improved version of chess with new boards with obstacles and power-ups.

Why similar: Chess 56% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.7%, Strategy 6.3%, Board Game 5.8%, Tactical 5%

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 61.3% ★, Board Game 18.4%, Strategy 13.6%, Casual 6.3%, Singleplayer 0.4%

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 58.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%, Board Game 9.4%, Strategy 5.9%, Tactical 5.7%

A turn-based strategy board game for 2 or 4 players, with online and local multiplayer. Command soldiers, towers, and kings to outmaneuver your opponent and capture their king or claim their corner.

Why similar: Chess 46% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.3%, Board Game 13.7%, Strategy 7.7%, PvP 6.8%

A playable Chess board that visualizes where each piece can go and what every move does

Why similar: Chess 51.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Board Game 14%, PvP 9.1%, Strategy 5.5%

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 61.2% ★, Board Game 15.3%, Strategy 9.3%, PvP 4.6%, Casual 4.2%

Caîssa Board is a graphical chess user interface that is evolving toward becoming an online chess club.

Why similar: Chess 54.5% ★, Board Game 17%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Strategy 7.4%, 2D 2.1%

Chess, but with wizards. Every piece has HP and Attack and spell cards bend the rules. Outplay a friend in hotseat, over LAN, or online and climb the leaderboard.

Why similar: Chess 52.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Board Game 13.2%, PvP 6.5%, Strategy 6.1%

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 60.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Board Game 11.9%, PvP 6.5%, Strategy 6.1%

Stealthmate is a turn-based stealth puzzle game where chess movement becomes your toolkit for infiltration. Read enemy patrols, predict danger, plan the perfect route, and guide your pieces to safety through handcrafted puzzles and Daily Challenges.

Why similar: Chess 41.6% ★, Board Game 24%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Strategy 15.5%, 2D 2.8%

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 57.6% ★, Board Game 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9%, Strategy 8.9%, Casual 4.3%

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 61.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.7%, Board Game 14%, Strategy 6.9%, Casual 1.5%

Enjoy a pure, distraction-free chess experience with Just Chess! Includes a built-in engine, UCI support and engine profiles, and a Puzzle Arena with 4M+ puzzles. Lichess integration lets you challenge players, play Chess960, and watch live games and broadcasts.

Why similar: Chess 58.2% ★, Board Game 16.8%, PvP 9.8%, Logic 6.2%, Strategy 3.8%

RanaRangam reimagines chess as a tactical battle of health, attacks, and step-by-step commands. Instead of instant captures, pieces can be commanded to any valid tile and then advance one step per turn, turning movement, combat, and board control into a deeper tactical battle.

Why similar: Chess 46.1% ★, Board Game 14.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, PvP 7.6%, Strategy 5.5%

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 44.7% ★, Board Game 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, PvP 6.2%, Strategy 5.5%

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 62.7% ★, Board Game 10.9%, Strategy 9.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%, Logic 4.2%

CHESS, BUT... NO TURNS, NO CHECK OR CHECKMATE, CAN'T MOVE THE SAME PIECE TWICE, 10×10 BOARD, 2 EXTRA KNIGHTS & PAWNS, PAWNS MOVE IN ANY DIRECTION

Why similar: Chess 58.9% ★, Board Game 13.1%, PvP 10.6%, Strategy 6.9%, Tactical 5.6%

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 62.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Board Game 10.6%, Strategy 6.8%, Tactical 2.9%

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 52.1% ★, Board Game 15.7%, Strategy 7.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.1%, PvP 6.6%

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 62.2% ★, Board Game 23.4%, Strategy 10.2%, Casual 3.5%, Singleplayer 0.8%

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 61.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, PvP 8.6%, Strategy 7.2%, Multiplayer 3.3%

A toy-table tactical strategy game where commanders move soldiers, tanks, engineers, radar, SAM sites, and aircraft across fogged battlefields. Outmaneuver your opponent through positioning, terrain, supply pressure, and air missions in MiliChess, Req. Ammo, or classic Chess modes.

Why similar: Chess 47.7% ★, Board Game 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.9%, PvP 9.2%, Strategy 5.5%

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 45.2% ★, Board Game 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, PvP 8.1%, Logic 5.3%

Command history on a chessboard. Unique piece stats shape your strategy, while dynamic Board Effects can turn the battle in an instant. Create custom matches, challenge your friends, and experiment with different piece sets to fight your way.

Why similar: Chess 44.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 17.2%, Board Game 14.1%, Strategy 8.6%, PvP 6.9%

Chess, but capture transforms the captor. Your queen takes a pawn and your queen is now a pawn. Kings excepted. Standard rules otherwise, with ranked matches, puzzles, bots, and analysis. Sometimes the strongest move on the board is forcing your opponent to capture something.

Why similar: Board Game 22.1%, Chess 21.3% ★, Strategy 13.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.1%, Logic 8.8%

War of Chess is an online 1v1 chess game featuring animated character pieces

Why similar: Chess 38.4% ★, Board Game 23.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.7%, Strategy 15.3%, Multiplayer 2.6%

Chess v Checkers is a mashup of two popular games Chess and Checkers. Play as either side on the game board through three distinct game modes.

Why similar: Chess 61.2% ★, Board Game 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Logic 6.8%, Casual 3.6%

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 45.2% ★, Board Game 13.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Logic 6.2%, Local Multiplayer 5.7%

Thumper Chess is a free to play chess game with basic animated pieces. Better looking and more fun chess sets, maps, animations, etc... are available in cheap DLC content.

Why similar: Chess 53.5% ★, Board Game 24.3%, Strategy 15.9%, Multiplayer 3.7%, Casual 2.6%