- #1 Chess++
97% 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 58.7% ★, Board Game 16.7%, Strategy 16.6%, 3D 4.3%, Casual 2.8%
- #2 Fritz Chess 17 Steam Edition
96% 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 65.6% ★, Board Game 17.5%, Strategy 12.4%, 3D 3.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #3 Swords & Shields AdvBattleBoard
96% 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 61.8% ★, Board Game 22.1%, Strategy 12.9%, Casual 1.6%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #4 Floor Chess
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Random Theory Games
Windows
Training software to improve your chess. You can do tactics, calculus, capture and analyze FENs, learn principles, openings and more!
Why similar: Chess 55.9% ★, Software 20% ★, Board Game 14.9%, Strategy 7.1%, 3D 1.5%
- #5 MAFIA Chess
94% 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 65.4% ★, Board Game 15.7%, Strategy 13.7%, Casual 2.4%, Colorful 2.1%
- #6 Four Kings One War
92% 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 53.9% ★, Strategy 27.4%, Board Game 17.3%, Casual 0.7%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #7 Chex
91% 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 68.5% ★, Board Game 19.1%, Strategy 7.4%, 3D 3.3%, Casual 1%
- #8 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 59% ★, Board Game 25.5%, Strategy 14%, Casual 1.6%
- #9 Let's Learn Janggi (Korean Chess)
90% 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 67.2% ★, Board Game 17.9%, Strategy 14.3%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #10 Viking Chess: Hnefatafl
89% 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 50.2% ★, Strategy 20.6%, Board Game 19.8%, Historical 8.3%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #11 Waves of Chess
88% 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 68.9% ★, Board Game 16.7%, Strategy 13.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #12 Cute Chess
89% 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 67.9% ★, Board Game 16.2%, Strategy 13.1%, Casual 2.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #13 Catgirl Chess
87% matchPositive88% of 25 reviews2024
Dev: Snazzy Games
Windows
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 66.1% ★, Board Game 17.6%, Strategy 10.1%, 3D 4.3%, Casual 2%
- #14 Chess Tools
86% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Tom Sykes
Windows
Learn chess by reliving the greatest games of all time. Train with 70+ tutorials, 150+ puzzles, and interactive quests where you guess the moves of legends like Tal, Fischer, and Carlsen. Includes variants, analysis tools, and 2D/3D boards.
Why similar: Chess 60.3% ★, Board Game 18.1%, Strategy 10.8%, Historical 6.3%, 3D 3.6%
- #15 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 67.1% ★, Board Game 15.9%, Strategy 13%, 3D 3.3%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #16 Fritz Chess 14
85% 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 90.7% ★, Strategy 9.3%
- #17 Let's Learn Shogi
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 30 reviews2020
Dev: Dr. Cyril Splutterworth
Windows
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 64.4% ★, Board Game 18.2%, Strategy 16.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #18 Chesslike
83% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Bad Habit Gaming
Windows · Linux
A new outlook on the classic strategy game, battle your way to winning.
Why similar: Chess 68.7% ★, Board Game 14.8%, Strategy 14.3%, Casual 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #19 Hyper Chess
81% 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 67.2% ★, Board Game 18.2%, Strategy 11.6%, 3D 3%
- #20 Checkmate Challenge
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Erik Fast
Windows
A chess arcade game where you play against the strongest chess engine in the world.
Why similar: Chess 86.9% ★, Strategy 12.1%, Singleplayer 1%
- #21 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 69.6% ★, Strategy 13.3%, Board Game 11.6%, 3D 2.6%, Casual 1.8%
- #22 Chess Exerciser
82% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Rapid-IT
Windows
Become a better chess player with learning by repetition. Exercise from 3.000+ opening lines and discover their best continuation. Learn tactics from millions of puzzles split into 38 categories and 11 difficulty levels. Master 18.000+ endgame positions sorted by category and difficulty.
Why similar: Chess 68.4% ★, Board Game 16.4%, Strategy 14.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #23 Just Chess
80% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Pupugames
Windows · Linux
Enjoy a pure, distraction-free chess experience with Just Chess! Includes a built-in engine, UCI support, and a Puzzle Arena with 4M+ puzzles. Lichess integration lets you challenge players and watch live tournament broadcasts.
Why similar: Chess 68.4% ★, Board Game 20.5%, Strategy 6.4%, 3D 1.9%, Casual 1.4%
- #24 Chessformer
79% 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 70.4% ★, Board Game 18.7%, Strategy 9.1%, Casual 1.3%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #25 Ajedrez una tarde de Otoño
78% matchMixed52% of 58 reviews2021
Dev: Luis Pedro Lopez Perez
Windows
chess simulator game
Why similar: Chess 76.9% ★, Board Game 16.5%, 3D 3.3%, Casual 1.8%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #26 Lilith's Game
78% 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 69.9% ★, Board Game 15.2%, Strategy 10%, 3D 2.9%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #27 BOT.vinnik Chess: Legendary Queens
76% 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 67% ★, Board Game 15.8%, Strategy 13.5%, Casual 2.4%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #28 King-Dom
79% matchNo user reviews2018
Dev: maddma
Windows
A two-player online (choose an opponent from your Steam friends list) Chess, in an edgeless landscape called "Kingland", with upgrades.
Why similar: Chess 66.6% ★, Strategy 33.4%
- #29 Let's Learn Xiangqi (Chinese Chess)
77% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Dr. Cyril Splutterworth
Windows
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 69.4% ★, Board Game 17.5%, Strategy 12.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #30 Circular Logic Games
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Windows
Various board games based on chess, checkers and others on different boards.
Why similar: Chess 59.4% ★, Board Game 37.5%, Casual 3.1%
- #31 MetaChess
74% 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 69.5% ★, Board Game 19.2%, Strategy 9.4%, Singleplayer 1%, Casual 0.9%
- #32 ChessSnake
75% 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 69.1% ★, Board Game 16.7%, Strategy 13.7%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #33 Chess: Definitive Edition
74% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Aphoenicis
Windows
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 71.5% ★, Strategy 14.2%, Board Game 12.2%, Casual 2.1%
- #34 Fritz for Fun 13
76% matchMixed64% of 39 reviews2014
Dev: ChessbasePub: Viva Media
Windows
TAKE YOUR CHESS GAME TO NEW LEVELS! Whether you're a beginner, club player or professional Grandmaster, FRITZ FOR FUN 13 has what you need!
Why similar: Chess 64.3% ★, Strategy 30.4%, Casual 5.3%
- #35 Combat Chess
75% 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 71.6% ★, Board Game 13.4%, Strategy 9.2%, 3D 5.3%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #36 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 68% ★, Strategy 17.4%, Board Game 12.6%, Colorful 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #37 Chess of Fortune
73% 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 63.1% ★, Board Game 17.8%, Strategy 13.7%, Casual 2.9%, Colorful 2.5%
- #38 War of Chess
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mohammed Walid
Windows
War of Chess is an online 1v1 chess game featuring animated character pieces, where players compete to climb ELO ranks, earn Gold, and level up
Why similar: Chess 44.6% ★, Board Game 26.5%, Strategy 22.7%, 3D 6.3%
- #39 GoblinChess
72% 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 62.9% ★, Board Game 18.9%, Strategy 15.7%, 3D 1.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #40 FourKnightVariant
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: WhimSoul Games
Windows
Master the Knight’s challenge! Move a knight across the 2D chessboard, visiting as many squares as possible within limited moves. Plan ahead, think like a strategist — are you a swift King or a true Knight?
Why similar: Chess 66.1% ★, Board Game 19.8%, Strategy 10.2%, Casual 2.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #41 Chess 2: The Sequel
73% matchMixed48% of 117 reviews2014
Dev: Ludeme Games
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 92.9 hrs≥1hr: 15%
The next step in the evolution of chess tuned for more viable options, strategic interest, and years and years of expert play.
Why similar: Chess 89.8% ★, Strategy 10.2%
- #42 Chess You
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio SoSeong
Windows
Play classic chess against girls who tease, provoke, and challenge you.
Why similar: Chess 69.3% ★, Board Game 18.5%, Strategy 9.7%, Casual 2%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #43 Battle Chess 4000
71% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Interplay Entertainment Corp.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Welcome to the Chess Game of Tomorrow!
Why similar: Chess 63.1% ★, Board Game 20.5%, Strategy 12.1%, Colorful 3%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #44 Prismarch
71% 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 73.9% ★, Board Game 12%, Strategy 10.4%, 3D 3.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #45 Chess 2
70% 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 64.8% ★, Board Game 18%, Strategy 9.3%, 3D 4.2%, Colorful 2.2%
- #46 Chess Infinity
69% 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 64.7% ★, Board Game 19.5%, Strategy 9.8%, 3D 4.6%, Casual 1.3%
- #47 Tamerlane Chess
69% 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 61.5% ★, Board Game 16.3%, Strategy 11.3%, Historical 5.1%, 3D 3.1%
- #48 Chinese Chess - Xiangqi
68% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Popoko VM Games
Windows · Mac
Master Xiangqi anytime! Thrilling games, custom boards & challenging AI.
Why similar: Chess 70.2% ★, Board Game 16.2%, Strategy 11.1%, Casual 1.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #49 Hang The Kings
69% 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 69.1% ★, Strategy 25.8%, Casual 5.1%
- #50 Rulehouse
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Dalichrome
Windows
Think you know chess? Forget some of that. Rule House is a pawn chess adventure where every stage rewrites the game. Travel the globe and beyond, master an ever-changing board where new pieces, twisted variants, and cunning opponents keep you guessing from first move to last.
Why similar: Chess 67.2% ★, Board Game 19.4%, Strategy 12.8%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #51 Chesscape Room
67% 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 67.6% ★, Board Game 17%, Strategy 10.4%, 3D 4%, Singleplayer 1%
- #52 Regimental Chess
70% 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 68.6% ★, Board Game 19.4%, Strategy 12%
- #53 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 66.3% ★, Board Game 17%, Strategy 9.6%, 3D 4.1%, Casual 1.5%
- #54 King's Hand
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Anomie Game Studio
Windows
King's Hand is a turn-based, roguelike battler that fuses the strategy of chess with deckbuilding and a dash of chaos. Face increasingly challenging waves of tactical chess gameplay with a twist!
Why similar: Chess 79.8% ★, Strategy 16.8%, Casual 2%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #55 Free Chess
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 109 reviews2024
Dev: GrimmGitz
Windows
Free Chess is a free physics based chess simulator where you are free to play the game of chess with the freedom of however you like.
Why similar: Chess 67.1% ★, Board Game 15.9%, Historical 6.3%, Strategy 4.9%, 3D 4%
- #56 3D Chess Online
67% 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 64.2% ★, Board Game 18.5%, Strategy 12.1%, 3D 3.6%, Casual 1.6%
- #57 Chesscent
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alex did it
Windows · Mac
Chesscent is a pixel art turn-based strategy roguelite that blends classic chess with rule-breaking cards. Face impossible rivals, embrace defeat, and unlock new permanent abilities to change the outcome of the match.
Why similar: Chess 71% ★, Board Game 13.6%, Strategy 12.5%, Casual 2.1%, Singleplayer 0.8%