- #1 A Wizard-Chess Tournament
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stefan Badenhorst
Windows · Linux
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 44.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Board Game 8.1%, Card Game 7.6%, Tabletop 6.4%
- #2 Chessemble
96% 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 46.2% ★, Deckbuilding 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Board Game 7.9%, PvP 7.7%
- #3 Odin's Chess
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ridiculous Games
Windows
A clash of gods played over sixty four squares. Three rule sets share one board: a classical match of kings, a variant where you raise your host from a hand of cards, and a roguelike where every kill reshapes the killer.
Why similar: Chess 37.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Card Game 9.7%, Board Game 8.1%, Competitive 6.1%
- #4 Immortal Chess
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Arcane Square Games
Windows · Mac
Chess game with classes, Mana, spells, traps and skills. Build your strategy, disrupt your opponent and compete across platforms in tactical matches. Choose the class that suits best your play style.
Why similar: Chess 49.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Board Game 7.1%, Strategy 7%, PvP 6.8%
- #5 GoblinChess
94% match4 user reviews50% of 4 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 46.9% ★, Board Game 10.7%, Card Game 10.1%, Strategy 8.9%, Tabletop 6.8%
- #6 3D Chess Online
94% matchMixed56% of 27 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 46% ★, Board Game 10.1%, Tabletop 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.2%, Strategy 6.6%
- #7 Chess: Definitive Edition
93% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Aphoenicis
Windows · Linux
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 54.6% ★, Card Game 8.4%, Strategy 8.2%, PvP 7.1%, Board Game 7.1%
- #8 Dice chess
92% 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 47.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Board Game 10%, Tabletop 7.5%, PvP 7.4%
- #9 Je Di Bo
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Evgeny Nichipuruk
Windows · Mac
Je Di Bo is a chaotic, deep turn-based card strategy where chess-like logic meets unpredictability. Move pieces, upgrade their ranks, and dominate the board. But beware: every 7 turns, Karma rolls the dice and completely changes the rules of engagement. Can you outsmart the chaos?
Why similar: Chess 38.4% ★, Board Game 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Tabletop 10.5%, Strategy 7.8%
- #10 Vantageous
91% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Alec Schneider
Windows
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 40.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%, Tabletop 9.5%, Board Game 9.4%, Competitive 7.5%
- #11 Chex
90% matchMostly Positive74% of 19 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 58.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Board Game 12.4%, Tabletop 9.6%, Strategy 4.8%
- #12 MetaChess
89% match6 user reviews83% of 6 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 54.4% ★, Board Game 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%, PvP 8.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.6%
- #13 Passant: A Chess Roguelike
88% matchMostly Positive80% of 369 reviews2025
Dev: Marc Makes Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 57.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Strategy 8.3%, Board Game 7.2%, Deckbuilding 6.3%
- #14 Kingdom Chess
89% 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 50% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Board Game 9.7%, PvP 6%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.6%
- #15 ChessFinity
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chessfinity
Windows
3D chess variants + Mana Chess deckbuilding. Weird boards, strange pieces, puzzles and mini-games — and a free demo available now.
Why similar: Chess 44.5% ★, Deckbuilding 12.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Card Game 9.8%, Board Game 7.2%
- #16 Avalog
86% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: AvalogGames
Windows · Linux
Chess, but continuous! Avalog is a free game for playing analog chess with others, either locally or online. As well as a 'classic' mode, there is a 'draft' mode, where players pick pieces from 5 different factions.
Why similar: Chess 47.7% ★, Deckbuilding 11.8%, Board Game 9.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.3%, Strategy 6.4%
- #17 Warboard
85% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: IBELF Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 41.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Board Game 9.5%, Strategy 7.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.2%
- #18 Advancing Chess
84% 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 56.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, PvP 7.4%, Tabletop 6.6%, Strategy 6.5%
- #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 55.8% ★, Board Game 10.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%, Tabletop 8.7%, Strategy 8.4%
- #20 Tamerlane Chess
83% 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 47.7% ★, Board Game 9.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%, Tabletop 8.5%, Strategy 6.7%
- #21 Crounds
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ZeroEight Studios
Windows
Crounds is a fast-paced PvP chess roguelike. Choose a powerful King, draft game-breaking upgrades, and bend the traditional rules of chess to destroy your opponent! Synergize your chaotic upgrades to create your winning strategy!
Why similar: Chess 46.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10%, Deckbuilding 9.6%, PvP 8.2%, Tabletop 6.2%
- #22 Combat Chess
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 19 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 57.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 8.3%, Board Game 8.3%, Tabletop 5.9%, PvP 5.7%
- #23 Monsters' Gambits
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Basit Studio
Windows
Monsters’ Gambits: Card tactics game with infinite strategies on random chess fields. Fuse more than 300 monsters for powerful beasts. Summon, attack, trap, and unleash special abilities for the ultimate strategic experience.
Why similar: Chess 35.3% ★, Card Game 13.3%, Deckbuilding 11.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%, PvP 7.6%
- #24 Lilith's Game
80% 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 59% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%, Board Game 9.8%, Tabletop 7%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.8%
- #25 EcoChess
79% 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 55.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 7%, Tabletop 6.5%, Strategy 6.1%
- #26 Chess: The Lost Pieces
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: Yağız Selimoğlu
Windows
A chess game with 30+ pieces and deck building,
Why similar: Chess 44.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Board Game 10.3%, Deckbuilding 9.2%, Strategy 6.2%
- #27 Hexachess
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Tricky Chaos
Windows
Chess on hexagonal field with local play, online multiplayer & against AI. Based on Gliński's chess variant.
Why similar: Chess 49.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, Board Game 10.2%, Tabletop 8.7%, Strategy 5.5%
- #28 Hyper Chess
76% matchVery Positive92% of 346 reviews2025
Dev: Grouch
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 1.6 hrs≥1hr: 31%
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 58.9% ★, Board Game 12.1%, Strategy 7.7%, PvP 6.4%, Local Multiplayer 5.6%
- #29 Battle Chess 4000
78% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Interplay Entertainment Corp.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Welcome to the Chess Game of Tomorrow!
Why similar: Chess 51.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Board Game 12.6%, Strategy 7.4%, Multiplayer 4.7%
- #30 Card Chess
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Jin Shaochen
Windows
Card Chess is a free online PvP strategy game blending classic chess with card gameplay. Inspired by chess and Magic: The Gathering, each player starts with just a king and a custom 60-card deck that lets you deploy pieces, destroy enemy pieces, draw cards, and tactically control the board.
Why similar: Chess 22.8% ★, Card Game 17%, Board Game 14.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Tabletop 11.1%
- #31 Milichess
75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Prairieville Games
Windows
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 47.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%, Board Game 9%, PvP 8.3%, Tabletop 7.8%
- #32 Chess Evolved Online
75% matchVery Positive91% of 802 reviews2021
Dev: TheGrandestine
Windows
secretly the most overpowered game in existence
Why similar: Chess 40.7% ★, Deckbuilding 16%, Card Game 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, PvP 9.8%
- #33 Chess 2
74% 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 54.1% ★, Board Game 11.5%, Tabletop 9.7%, PvP 9.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.1%
- #34 Usurper
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 48 reviews2024
Dev: Rogue Brain Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A turn-based roguelike deckbuilder where your King is your strongest weapon. Play cards from your deck to drop units onto the battlefield and checkmate your opponent. Build your Deck, Upgrade your Ruler, and Claim the Throne.
Why similar: Chess 43.7% ★, Card Game 9.9%, Deckbuilding 9.6%, Board Game 7.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.9%
- #35 Chesslike
73% 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 62.7% ★, Board Game 10.3%, Strategy 9.9%, Local Multiplayer 5.6%, Multiplayer 5.3%
- #36 Super X Chess
74% matchMixed69% of 16 reviews2018
Dev: Mlyst
Windows · Mac · Linux
A chess game where you can combine your own pieces by capturing them. The combined piece moves as both pieces that got combined or with new rules when combining two pieces of same type. It's improving chess by making it more exciting & dynamic.
Why similar: Chess 46% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Board Game 10.7%, Local Multiplayer 5.8%, Tabletop 5.4%
- #37 RanaRangam: Where Chess Pieces Bleed
71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Bogaram Rakesh
Windows
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 46.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Board Game 10.4%, PvP 7.1%, Local Multiplayer 6.4%
- #38 Fritz Chess 14
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 123 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 83% ★, Tabletop 10.5%, Strategy 6.5%
- #39 Just Chess
70% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Pupugames
Windows · Linux
Enjoy a pure, distraction-free chess experience with Just Chess! Includes a built-in engine, UCI support and UCI engine profiles, and a Puzzle Arena with 4M+ puzzles. Lichess integration lets you challenge players and watch live tournament broadcasts.
Why similar: Chess 59.4% ★, Board Game 12.5%, PvP 9.2%, Tabletop 8.8%, Multiplayer 5.1%
- #40 Chaos Pieces
70% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Suzuki Ken
Windows · Mac
Chaotic board card game with too much freedom
Why similar: Chess 42.4% ★, Deckbuilding 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Board Game 10.1%, PvP 5.9%
- #41 Grandmaster Chess
72% matchPositive90% of 10 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 49.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Board Game 11.4%, Tabletop 10.1%, Strategy 6.3%
- #42 Chess of Fortune
71% 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 54.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Board Game 11.8%, Strategy 9%, Turn-Based Tactics 4.9%
- #43 CHESS with LASERS
71% matchPositive100% of 38 reviews2021
Dev: Coreffect Interactive
Windows · Linux
Obliterate the enemy's king with your laser by strategically moving/rotating mirrors, portals and more in this mind-bending chess-like game. Challenge your friends or battle an AI (includes Level Editor)!
Why similar: Chess 27.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Board Game 12%, Tabletop 11.9%, PvP 9.3%
- #44 Tactorius
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Ludius Constructs
Windows
Tactorius is a spell-driven chess roguelite. Summon pieces, rewrite movement, and warp the rules with 150+ spells across 7 escalating towers. No two runs play the same.
Why similar: Chess 62.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, Strategy 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.8%, Indie 1.3%
- #45 Caïssa Board
72% 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 61.9% ★, Board Game 11.2%, Tabletop 9.4%, Strategy 9.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.2%
- #46 Godsbane
69% matchMostly Positive80% of 142 reviews2022
Dev: Karnage Studios
Windows
Craft explosive combos of units and powers to use in head-to-head auto battler combat against friends, other players or challenging AI. Outplay your opponent with strategic maneuvers and watch the battle unfold on a tabletop arena.
Why similar: Chess 36.6% ★, Deckbuilding 13.8%, Card Game 11.2%, Competitive 9.6%, Tabletop 6.8%
- #47 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 59.5% ★, Board Game 10.5%, PvP 8.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.3%, Strategy 7.2%
- #48 Mad Chess
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kenjataimu Studio
Windows
Mad Chess is a turn-based strategy game that vastly expands on the classic game of chess. Explore a colorful fantasy world, recruit up to 20 unique factions, fight-off an alien invasion in a single-player story mode or battle your friends online!
Why similar: Chess 47.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Board Game 10.9%, Tabletop 6.4%, PvP 6.4%
- #49 Fritz Chess 17 Steam Edition
69% matchMixed67% of 82 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 70.3% ★, Board Game 14.2%, Strategy 10.1%, Multiplayer 3.8%, 2D 1%
- #50 Cute Chess
70% 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 63.7% ★, Board Game 11.6%, Strategy 9.4%, Tabletop 8.1%, PvP 4.4%
- #51 Sharp Chess
67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Melmax LLC
Windows
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 68.5% ★, Board Game 14.3%, Strategy 10.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 6%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #52 Cozy Chessu
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cozy ChessuPub: All In Tactics
Windows
Cozy Chessu is a narratively driven Chess-TCG hybrid. Play as Ryo, a former local who returns to his hometown to rekindle with the community through chess. Unlock new cards, discover new strategies, and make an effort to reconnect with the people of Enomura.
Why similar: Chess 40.3% ★, Card Game 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Deckbuilding 11.3%, Board Game 7.8%
- #53 Chess Ultra
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,313 reviews2017
Dev: Ripstone
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 50.9% ★, Board Game 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Tabletop 9.8%, Strategy 7.3%
- #54 Damage Xiangqi
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ichigeki Games
Windows
Xiangqi (Chinese chess), reimagined as HP-based combat. Every piece has HP, Attack and Defense. Take 3 actions per turn, deal randomized damage, brace for counterattacks. The Cannon bombards over a screen; Soldiers power up across the river. Battle a 4-tier CPU or friends online.
Why similar: Chess 36.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, Strategy 14%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.7%, Board Game 8%
- #55 Chess of Mana
65% matchPositive93% of 28 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 50.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Board Game 11.1%, PvP 6.2%, Strategy 5.9%
- #56 BOT.vinnik Chess: USSR vs the World
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Deep Green GamesPub: Abyssal Studios
Windows
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 68% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 8.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%, Board Game 7.5%, Strategy 7.3%