Nodal

Games Like Dunchess

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Strategy, Chess, Singleplayer, Turn-Based Tactics.

Similar Games

View all 59 recommendations
  1. #1 Chess of Doom
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: New Dawn Interactive
    Windows

    Chess of doom is a chess-based roguelike where you're outnumbered at every turn. Harness the dungeon's power to battle enemy hordes, familiar and strange. Die, learn, master, conquer!

    Why similar: Chess 51.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Dungeon Crawler 9.7%, Roguelike 8.6%, Strategy 6.3%

  2. #2 Back Rank Chess
    96% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2023
    Dev: Nocky
    Windows · Mac

    Do you like the Endgame in chess? Here's a brand new chess variant! Defend the back rank against the onslaught of enemy pawns. Easy to learn , advanced artificial intelligence , 66 hand-crafted stages.

    Why similar: Chess 50.3%, Grid-Based Movement 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.6%, Tactical 5.1%

  3. #3 The Rookery
    96% 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 54.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Roguelike 6.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.1%, Tactical 5.5%

  4. #4 King's Hand
    95% 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 60.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Roguelike 10%, Strategy 8.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 3%

  5. #5 Grandmaster Chess
    94% 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 45.2%, Grid-Based Movement 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Retro 5.9%, Strategy 5%

  6. #6 Pawndemonium
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Etienne Pouvreau
    Windows

    Crawl through the infernal checkerboards. Plan your moves, survive demonic hordes, collect unholy weapons, and descend ever deeper to reclaim your soul — but beware: in this damned game, the rules of chess have been... corrupted. Can you reach the PAWNDEMONIUM ?

    Why similar: Chess 53.1%, Grid-Based Movement 12.8%, Roguelike 9.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%, Strategy 6.2%

  7. #7 Chess Corp
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Piotr Dul
    Windows

    ChessCorp - an indie puzzle game that takes you to a pixel art world to solve the mystery of your existence. Tackle AI-generated chess puzzles, develop your own thinking machine, and win the Grand Tournament. This is the only way.

    Why similar: Chess 57.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Strategy 7.7%, Tactical 6.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 4.3%

  8. #8 Passant: A Chess Roguelike
    91% 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 58.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Roguelike 9.9%, Strategy 7.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 3.5%

  9. #9 Advancing Chess
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LeviathanStasis
    Windows · Linux

    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 57.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Roguelike 9%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.9%, Strategy 5.7%

  10. #10 MetaChess
    91% 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 56.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Board Game 5.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.5%, Strategy 5.1%

  11. #11 Once a Pawn a King
    90% matchPositive97% of 29 reviews2025
    Dev: Clover BitePub: indie.io
    Windows

    Chess is broken. Gather the Black Army, build a party of chess pieces, and battle through fractured boards in this asymmetric turn-based roguelike. Empower your army, adapt your strategy each run, and unravel the mystery behind a world trapped in an endless match.

    Why similar: Chess 40.3%, Grid-Based Movement 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Dungeon Crawler 12.2%, Roguelike 8.4%

  12. #12 Backstabbing King
    89% 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 55.9%, Strategy 9.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.4%, Puzzle 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%

  13. #13 Chess: The Lost Pieces
    89% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 reviews2023
    Dev: Yağız Selimoğlu
    Windows

    A chess game with 30+ pieces and deck building,

    Why similar: Chess 45%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Grid-Based Movement 11.4%, Roguelike 9%, Strategy 5.5%

  14. #14 TOTAL ZUGZWANG
    88% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LOKUST AZUL LIMITED
    Windows

    This is Chess on a conveyor belt -- an ingenious roguelike, melding tactical strategy and explosive action! Deal with a mind-bending scrolling board that pulls towards you relentless waves of foes and perils. Prepare for their violent collision with your pieces. Prepare for TOTAL ZUGZWANG.

    Why similar: Chess 43%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Roguelike 9.9%, Tactical 6.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.1%

  15. #15 Checkers & Pawns
    87% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
    Dev: SplashPunk Studios
    Windows

    Checkers & Pawns is a minimalist and relaxing puzzle game that combines elements of checkers and chess. With more than 50 challenging levels, unique mechanics, and a balanced difficulty curve, it's perfect for casual players looking for a relaxing and challenging experience.

    Why similar: Chess 59.1%, Grid-Based Movement 21.8%, Top-Down 4.3%, Board Game 3.8%, Puzzle 3.8%

  16. #16 Pirate Chest Chess
    86% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Matthew Satterfield
    Windows

    A pirate themed chess puzzle game where strategically placing a limited number of pieces is key to breaking open all treasure chests and completing each level.

    Why similar: Chess 55%, Strategy 11.1%, Grid-Based Movement 10.5%, Puzzle 6.9%, Top-Down 5.6%

  17. #17 Waves of Chess
    85% 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 63.5%, Roguelike 11.1%, Strategy 8.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.6%, Board Game 5.4%

  18. #18 Schachkampf - Fantasy Chess
    86% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2023
    Dev: KeyboardKrieger
    Windows

    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 44.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.5%, Tactical 5.4%

  19. #19 ChessSnake
    84% 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 60.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Strategy 7.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.8%, Board Game 5.1%

  20. #20 Chess of Fortune
    84% 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 54.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Strategy 7.9%, Board Game 5.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 4.6%

  21. #21 Protocol Aegirum
    83% 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 55.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Roguelike 7.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.6%, Board Game 5.3%

  22. #22 Chomp Hero
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ludo Pixel
    Windows

    Puzzly dungeon crawler where enemies move together with you! Plan ahead and chomp them all up.

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.7%, Grid-Based Movement 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Tactical 8.9%, Puzzle 8.6%

  23. #23 Shotgun King: The Final Checkmate
    81% matchVery Positive91% of 6,970 reviews2022
    Dev: PUNKCAKE Delicieux
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%

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

    Why similar: Chess 52.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Roguelike 9.1%, Retro 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%

  24. #24 Chess Bomb
    82% 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 53%, Grid-Based Movement 13.1%, Puzzle 6.5%, Board Game 5.8%, Strategy 5.6%

  25. #25 BOT.vinnik Chess: Legendary Queens
    80% 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 59.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Strategy 8%, Board Game 5%, Puzzle 4.4%

  26. #26 EcoChess
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Timeless Ideas
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Chess 59.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.1%, Strategy 5.7%, Tactical 5.5%

  27. #27 Unto Deepest Depths
    79% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: McCollum Games
    Windows · Linux

    Unto Deepest Depths is a turn-based strategy game where all units must move and attack every turn. Build your party, upgrade your units, and lead them into the unknown to vanquish the horrors below in this punishing roguelite where any move could be your last.

    Why similar: Chess 32.8%, Grid-Based Movement 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.4%, Retro 6%

  28. #28 ChessRPG
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Nessarosa
    Windows

    ChessRPG is a revisited chess game in pixel art. Each player chooses a medieval fantasy people, gaining access to pieces with various characteristics that turn every match into a fresh tactical battle.

    Why similar: Chess 56.9%, Grid-Based Movement 9.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.6%, Strategy 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

  29. #29 Chessemble
    78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Giga Glitch
    Windows

    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 56.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Strategy 6.4%, Tactical 6.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.5%

  30. #30 A Game of Chaess
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Yohan Fabre (Gamezel)Pub: Klaas Jongsma
    Windows · Mac

    A Game of Chaess is "Monty Python meets Tolkien on a Chessboard". Defeat waves of black pieces in this asymmetrical chess game to stop the Lord of Darkness! The rules are simple, but the game gets harder and harder. Only the most fooli- eh fearless players will succeed!

    Why similar: Chess 49.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Roguelike 8.1%, Tactical 6.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 4.7%

  31. #31 Gamblers Chess
    77% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: PixelatedCouchCoding
    Windows

    A game combining chess and card games with roguelike elements. You can move with the cards in your hand. With only a joker piece as start, you can build up a powerful army. With Upgrade Cards changing how you play, and Curses that help the enemy, every run feels different.

    Why similar: Chess 40.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.5%, Roguelike 11.8%, Retro 7.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%

  32. #32 Chess Remix - Chess variants
    77% match9 user reviews56% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Alexander EverettPub: Everett App Development
    Windows

    Experience the thrill of playing Chess like never before with Chess Remix. Try out different versions of Chess from around the world, historic board games, modern variations or even create your own original games

    Why similar: Chess 46.7%, Level Editor 21.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Strategy 5.2%, Board Game 5.1%

  33. #33 Grandmaster's Revenge
    76% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Two in One
    Windows

    They say one person in the field is not a warrior. And what if this one is called to fight by the White Grandmaster himself, endowed with super powers and even the ground on which he steps helps him. Find out in the new skirmish of the Grandmasters and regain control over all the clans of Whitehills

    Why similar: Chess 65.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.7%, Puzzle 6.6%, Strategy 4.4%

  34. #34 Tour - Chess Puzzles
    76% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Alberithmic
    Windows · Linux

    Elegant, varied and challenging chess-themed puzzles. No prior knowledge of chess is needed.

    Why similar: Chess 61.9%, Grid-Based Movement 19.6%, Puzzle 8%, Board Game 3.8%, Casual 3.1%

  35. #35 Chess v Checkers
    74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Emerald Knight Interactive LLC
    Windows

    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 69.4%, Puzzle 7.1%, Top-Down 5.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 3.5%

  36. #36 HexBat
    75% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2023
    Dev: Rienovie
    Windows

    Challenge your Friends in this Free turn-based, chess-like strategy game with Healers, Rogues, Archers, and more! Create your own Hexagon Grids for near endless variation.

    Why similar: Chess 33.4%, Level Editor 22.1%, Grid-Based Movement 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Top-Down 4.9%

  37. #37 Chess Nuke
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Duwit
    Windows

    A Chess Roguelike where you combine your pieces to build a NUKE and annihilate the enemy Boss.

    Why similar: Chess 58.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Grid-Based Movement 7.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.1%, Strategy 4.5%

  38. #38 Chessformer
    74% 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 66%, Grid-Based Movement 10.3%, Puzzle 7.2%, Board Game 6.1%, Strategy 5.6%

  39. #39 Chess Dungeons
    73% matchMostly Positive79% of 24 reviews2022
    Dev: Remix Games
    Windows

    Help the white pieces escape by solving chess puzzles ranging from beginner-level to more experienced challenges in this dungeon-themed sokoban-style game.

    Why similar: Chess 61%, Dungeon Crawler 16.8%, Grid-Based Movement 15.1%, Puzzle 5.1%, Casual 1.8%

  40. #40 Chess Visualized
    73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: The Lunar Carver
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Chess 55.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.8%, Grid-Based Movement 5.8%, Board Game 5%

  41. #41 Chess You
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Studio SoSeong
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Chess 62.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, Board Game 5.8%, Strategy 5.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%

  42. #42 Checkmate Challenge
    72% 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 84.3%, Strategy 7.8%, Tactical 4.7%, 2D 2.7%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  43. #43 Combat Chess
    72% 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 65.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%, Retro 8.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.7%, Strategy 5.6%

  44. #44 Battle for the Board
    71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
    Dev: Speediocre Games
    Windows

    Adventure through a colorful tabletop-themed world, strategically rolling special moves and attacks to defeat enemy pieces in this turn-based action strategy game!

    Why similar: Chess 30.9%, Dungeon Crawler 17.3%, Grid-Based Movement 16.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Top-Down 7%

  45. #45 Chex
    71% 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 69.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Board Game 6.8%, Strategy 5%, Casual 1.3%

  46. #46 PlunderPiece
    71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: Kaiden Mastel
    Windows

    A puzzle game where you move chess pieces to plunder treasure. Try to collect all the coins in as few moves as possible. Includes over 49 levels! (50 to be precise).

    Why similar: Chess 51.4%, Grid-Based Movement 21.6%, Puzzle 9.3%, Board Game 8.3%, 2D 4.4%

  47. #47 Lilith's Game
    70% 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 67%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.3%, Strategy 6.4%, Board Game 5.1%

  48. #48 Fritz Chess 17 Steam Edition
    70% 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 74.4%, Strategy 9.3%, Board Game 6.9%, Tactical 5.7%, 2D 3.2%

  49. #49 Dice chess
    69% 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 58%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.6%, Strategy 5.8%, Board Game 5.6%

  50. #50 The Ouroboros King
    68% 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 51.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Roguelike 10%, Turn-Based Tactics 8%, Board Game 6.3%

  51. #51 Chess of Mana
    66% matchPositive92% of 26 reviews2026
    Dev: Monk Monkey
    Windows

    Warriors clash in an epic chess battle where the fallen can be revived through the King’s Mana! Choose your battlefield, I mean your board, craft your ultimate strategy, harness your Mana, and defeat your enemy to claim glory!

    Why similar: Chess 54.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Strategy 5.5%, Board Game 5.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.4%

  52. #52 MEGACHESS
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Starry MinesPub: Abiding Bridge
    Windows

    MEGACHESS is a roguelite dungeon crawler with chess elements. Blast through high-paced tactical battles, adapt your army against outnumbering foes, craft and combine your units to form MEGA-PIECES and obliterate the bosses.

    Why similar: Chess 34%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.4%, Roguelike 12%, Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.3%

  53. #53 Chessaria: The Tactical Adventure (Chess)
    69% matchMostly Positive75% of 127 reviews2018
    Dev: Pixel Wizards
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    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 58.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Tactical 7.5%, Strategy 7.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.4%

  54. #54 Pawnbarian
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 868 reviews2021
    Dev: j4nw
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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 47.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Grid-Based Movement 10.6%, Roguelike 10.2%, Puzzle 5.3%

  55. #55 Below the Crown
    65% matchPositive94% of 49 reviews2025
    Dev: Misfits Attic
    Windows

    Explore the dungeons Below the Crown, in this love letter to Roguelikes, Dungeon Crawlers, and Chess. Prepare for strategy, game-changing spells, psychological tests, and challenges from your fellow players. From the award-winning creators of Duskers & A Virus Named TOM.

    Why similar: Chess 41.2%, Dungeon Crawler 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Roguelike 8.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.7%

  56. #56 Let's Learn Janggi (Korean Chess)
    68% 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 68.7%, Strategy 9.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.7%, Board Game 6.4%, Top-Down 5.2%

  57. #57 Questy Chess
    66% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Dadako
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A unique chess-RPG-puzzle hybrid set inside a corrupted 90s computer. Battle an evil chess invasion across 24 handcrafted levels, purge glitched worlds and bosses, and restore the system. Minimal Bauhaus visuals and a deep drone soundtrack shape a tense, atmospheric journey.

    Why similar: Chess 65.2%, Grid-Based Movement 9.6%, Strategy 8.5%, Puzzle 6.7%, Retro 4%

  58. #58 IsoChess
    69% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: Bit Twiddle Games
    Windows · Linux

    Play chess online, vs AI, or vs a local player in our clean 2D and 2.5D chess game. Play against any of your Steam friends, even if they dont own the game.

    Why similar: Chess 56.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Retro 7.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.4%, Strategy 5.2%

  59. #59 Chess Royal
    66% matchPositive82% of 33 reviews2023
    Dev: Inlogic SoftwarePub: Silesia Games
    Windows

    A simple yet satisfying game of chess that anyone can play - and learn from. Challenge a powerful chess AI, play against your friends, and try to get through a massive tower of puzzles!

    Why similar: Chess 59.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, Strategy 11.3%, Puzzle 6.9%, Casual 4.1%

Based on tag similarity + player behavior
Loading graph...