- #1 Free Chess
97% 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 38.9% ★, Historical 12.3%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Online Co-Op 9.1%, Tabletop 8%
- #2 Chess'Extra
96% matchVery Positive89% of 209 reviews2020
Dev: JFxGames
Windows
Chess'Extra is a new free chess game with a 10x10 board and 2 new pieces: Priest and Assassin. Additional game modes "Traps", "Reinforcements", "Fog of war" and "Random positions" are available. Basic Chess available.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 36.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Board Game 12%, Tactical 10.5%, Strategy 10.4%
- #3 Chess Infinity
95% matchMixed59% of 79 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 46.8% ★, PvP 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%, Board Game 11.2%, Strategy 8.5%
- #4 Chess Ultimate
94% matchVery Positive88% of 263 reviews2024
Dev: Jesse Lugassy
Windows · Mac
Chess just got an upgrade! Chess Ultimate, where precision strategy meets colorful chaos. Build your team from a roster of unique, quirky characters to defend your King while plotting your opponent’s downfall. Easy to pick up, endlessly fun to master, and a fresh take on the classic game of wits.
Why similar: Chess 22.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%, Strategy 15%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Tabletop 13.6%
- #5 The Chess Variants Club
94% matchVery Positive80% of 55 reviews2020
Dev: Minimol Games
Windows · Mac
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 36.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, Tactical 10.4%, PvP 9.3%, Tabletop 9.1%
- #6 Chessaria: The Tactical Adventure (Chess)
93% matchMostly Positive75% of 127 reviews2018
Dev: Pixel Wizards
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 33% ★, Turn-Based 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Tactical 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 8%
- #7 Chess
91% matchMostly Positive78% of 92 reviews2024
Dev: Popoko VM Games
Windows · Mac
Chess: The Grand Strategy Game - Your Pocket Edition for Mastery and Fun!
Why similar: Chess 35.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 19.5%, Board Game 17.8%, PvP 11.9%, Strategy 7.6%
- #8 Chess Sphere
92% matchMostly Positive78% of 63 reviews2018
Dev: Betamaximus-128
Windows · Mac · Linux
Chess Sphere is multiplayer online across multiple platforms.
Why similar: Chess 28.5% ★, Grand Strategy 20.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.3%, Tactical 6.8%
- #9 Viking Chess: Hnefatafl
90% matchVery Positive89% of 65 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 31.4% ★, Historical 17.7%, Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Board Game 9.9%
- #10 Regimental Chess
91% matchMixed55% of 332 reviews2015
Dev: Regimental Chess Dev.Pub: Regimental Chess Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 9.2 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 44.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Online Co-Op 11.9%, Multiplayer 11.5%, Board Game 10.1%
- #11 Chess Ultra
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,286 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 34.5% ★, Turn-Based 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Board Game 8.1%, Strategy 8%
- #12 Feud
86% matchVery Positive90% of 223 reviews2024
Dev: Bearwaves
Windows · Mac · Linux
Feud is a turn-based strategy game. Swap pieces on a four-by-four grid to isolate your opponent's pieces, or go straight for their King. Hone your skills against three AI characters with distinct play-styles, then challenge your friends online or on the same screen.
Why similar: Chess 21.2% ★, Turn-Based 14.6%, Historical 13.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%
- #13 Immersion Chess
89% matchMixed65% of 137 reviews2017
Dev: Immersion
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Lose yourself in the most immersive virtual rendition of the world’s most beloved classic: Chess! Whether you’re using advanced VR technology (HTC Vive, Oculus Rift etc.) or just playing on a standard computer, users of both interfaces from around the world can now challenge each other in real time.
Why similar: Strategy 44.5%, Tabletop 43.5%, Casual 12%
- #14 RISK: Global Domination
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 41,127 reviews2020
Dev: SMG Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Take over the world in RISK: Global Domination, the iconic strategy board game with 100+ original and classic maps and millions of players
Why similar: War 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Multiplayer 10.8%, Turn-Based 10.6%, Board Game 10.1%
- #15 3D Chess
88% matchMixed57% of 173 reviews2016
Dev: bumblebeePub: familyplay
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A unique chess trip with exciting instant duels awaits you - test your mettle on the chessboard. Checkmate your opponent with only a few moves and solve challenging chess puzzles in amazing 3D worlds.
Why similar: Chess 40.2% ★, Tabletop 10.7%, Strategy 9.9%, Board Game 9.5%, PvP 9%
- #16 Pure Chess Grandmaster Edition
87% matchMostly Positive74% of 273 reviews2016
Dev: Ripstone
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Chess! One of the world’s most popular games, has just got even better! Pure Chess Grandmaster Edition is a stunning celebration of the greatest strategy game of all time.
Why similar: Chess 42.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 8%, Strategy 8%
- #17 Age of Conquest IV
85% matchVery Positive82% of 2,815 reviews2016
Dev: Noble Master LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Age of Conquest is a turn-based grand strategy wargame.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.4%, War 17%, Historical 9.4%, Strategy 8.4%
- #18 Just Xiangqi
83% matchVery Positive85% of 708 reviews2024
Dev: Studio Amateur
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
This is a refreshing Chinese chess game with realistic graphics and a detailed audio tutorial that will keep you entertained, even as a novice. A variety of well-designed challenges will test your tactics. Sit back and relax, as you transform into a master of strategy.
Why similar: Strategy 24.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.5%, Board Game 20.8%, Tabletop 13.3%, Multiplayer 12.4%
- #19 超将棋
84% matchVery Positive88% of 416 reviews2021
Dev: Fortgs
Windows · Mac · Linux
「ゲームはもっと、シンプルでいい。」 この理念のもと、物理演算と将棋を掛け合わせた超将棋は制作されました。 あなたが友人や世界の強敵たちと切磋琢磨しながら、この懐かしい、それでいて 未知のボードゲームを楽しんで頂ければそれ以上の喜びはありません。
Why similar: Grand Strategy 47.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 18.5%, Board Game 15.8%, PvP 9.3%, Casual 3.5%
- #20 ALL Chess
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 52 reviews2023
Dev: XDG GAME STUDIO
Windows
Create, collect and play board games from around the world, you can customise board sizes, piece moves and their unique look. There's 20+ classic board games and countless future games of yours!
Why similar: Strategy 25%, Board Game 19.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.2%, Tabletop 18.8%, Multiplayer 8.7%
- #21 即时象棋:旧棋新弈 Hyper Chinese Chess
81% matchVery Positive80% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: 上弦月工作室AscentGamesPub: 上海上弦琼弧网络科技有限公司
Windows
Turn-based play is central to Chinese Chess. HyperChineseChess removes this rule—battle AI or players in real-time, using quick thinking to win. Experience classic chess reimagined!
Why similar: Strategy 33.3%, Board Game 26.5%, Tabletop 11.1%, PvP 10.8%, Casual 9.6%
- #22 The Conquest of Go
78% matchVery Positive95% of 550 reviews2025
Dev: Wolfey Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Learn and play Go, the classic board game that has been played for thousands of years, and compete in the race to conquer the most land in the in-game world, or compete online against opponents around the real world.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, War 13.8%, Tactical 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%
- #23 Four Kings One War
82% matchMixed54% of 195 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 43.5% ★, Strategy 26.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Board Game 11.1%, Casual 1%
- #24 Gomoku Let's Go
79% matchVery Positive88% of 920 reviews2021
Dev: Studio AmateurPub: indienova
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Gomoku: One of the most popular classic board games for all ages. Experience Zen style visuals, various levels of AI, seamless online multiplayer and Endgame challenges!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Tabletop 12.4%, Tactical 12.2%, Board Game 11.2%
- #25 Passant: A Chess Roguelike
76% matchVery Positive80% of 352 reviews2025
Dev: Marc Makes Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 49.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.7%, Board Game 6.5%
- #26 Competitive Checkers
77% matchMixed45% of 53 reviews2026
Dev: SGS Games
Windows
Are you ready to take on the challenge and become a Checkers champion?
Why similar: Strategy 25.4%, Board Game 17%, Tabletop 16.2%, PvP 15.6%, Multiplayer 13%
- #27 Idle Chess Story
80% matchMixed52% of 58 reviews2019
Dev: Joaquin TelleriaPub: ManuJoaco
Windows
Creatures from all over the Galaxy make their way to play on the annual idle chess tournament. In Idle Chess Story You take control of a team of chess units with special abilities to win over your opponents and increase your rank.
Why similar: Tabletop 51.6%, Strategy 35.2%, Casual 8.7%, Indie 4.6%
- #28 Master of Chess
75% matchVery Positive84% of 282 reviews2025
Dev: BRANE
Windows · Mac
Play chess with help from your AI character, solve chess puzzles, build an unrivaled openings repertoire, and win tournaments worldwide. Become World Champion in the first and only chess career simulator!
Why similar: Chess 26.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, Tabletop 12.2%, Board Game 12%
- #29 Favor Chess
79% matchMixed62% of 53 reviews2019
Dev: Javissoft
Windows · Mac
Assemble your own unique chess army to use against your foes. Use new strategies and pieces to compete against players around the globe in a game of pure skill, where cleverness and adaptation are rewarded.
Why similar: Tabletop 62.6%, Strategy 37.4%
- #30 ChessCraft
77% matchVery Positive96% of 84 reviews2021
Dev: Stuart SpencePub: Frame of Mind
Windows · Linux
Never play the same game of chess again! ChessCraft is a chess AI sandbox. Create your own chess boards, rules, and pieces. Play against the computer or your friends online, or win loot by playing one of 80 built-in chess boards in adventure mode.
Why similar: Chess 47.5% ★, Board Game 11.4%, Multiplayer 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Tabletop 9.2%
- #31 The Rookery
73% matchVery Positive96% of 101 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 44.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Tactical 12%, Strategy 6.8%
- #32 Zen Chess: Mate in Three
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 74 reviews2019
Dev: Minimol Games
Windows · Mac
Zen Chess: Mate in Three is a minimalist chess puzzle game. Solve mate-in-three problems in a beautifully designed chess board.
Why similar: Chess 71.6% ★, Tabletop 14.7%, Strategy 10.4%, Casual 2.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #33 KNIGHTS
74% matchVery Positive94% of 814 reviews2016
Dev: Arzola's
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
KNIGHTS is a minimalist puzzle game based on a single chess piece, the titular knight. A simple enough to pick up and relaxing experience.
Why similar: Chess 53.2% ★, Tabletop 15.2%, Tactical 13.8%, Strategy 10.9%, Multiplayer 2.6%
- #34 Danmo Three Kingdoms: Battle of Wits
71% matchNo user reviews82% of 94 reviews2026
Dev: 墨春秋Pub: 量子艺界(QUANTUM ARTS)
Windows
A Three Kingdoms-themed tactical chess game with light strategy and easy controls. Step into the era as a strategist, use over 200 historical figures—each with unique traits and counters—to form teams, revisit key battles, and shape outcomes with your tactics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 27.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.3%, Historical 16.2%, Strategy 14.9%, Board Game 13.9%
- #35 Chessarama
72% matchVery Positive89% of 175 reviews2023
Dev: Minimol Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Chessarama is a collection of chess-inspired puzzle and strategy games that use chess pieces and their established move sets, then reimagines their goals and themes. Solve challenges, unlock collectibles, and compete against each other on the leaderboards. Welcome to Chessarama!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24.9%, Chess 24% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Tabletop 13.6%, Strategy 11.7%
- #36 Zen Chess: Mate in Four
75% matchMixed66% of 73 reviews2019
Dev: Minimol Games
Windows · Mac
Zen Chess: Mate in Four is a minimalist chess puzzle game. Solve mate-in-four problems in a beautifully designed chess board.
Why similar: Chess 72.3% ★, Tabletop 14.3%, Strategy 10.1%, Casual 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #37 Zen Chess: Mate in Two
74% matchVery Positive84% of 121 reviews2019
Dev: Minimol Games
Windows · Mac
Zen Chess: Mate in Two is a minimalist chess puzzle game. Solve mate-in-two problems in a beautifully designed chess board.
Why similar: Chess 71.2% ★, Tabletop 14.8%, Strategy 10.5%, Casual 2.5%, Singleplayer 1%
- #38 Zen Chess: Mate in One
73% matchVery Positive88% of 459 reviews2018
Dev: Minimol Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Zen Chess: Mate in One is a minimalist chess puzzle game. Solve mate-in-one problems in a beautifully designed chess board.
Why similar: Chess 70% ★, Tabletop 14.7%, Strategy 10.6%, Casual 2.8%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #39 Hyper Chess
69% matchVery Positive92% of 333 reviews2025
Dev: Grouch
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 1.6 hrs≥1hr: 30%
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 53.3% ★, Board Game 11.5%, Strategy 11.1%, Multiplayer 10.7%, PvP 9%
- #40 FPS Chess
68% matchVery Positive84% of 42,325 reviews2022
Dev: Meta ForkPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Battle a friend in this fast paced 1v1 class-based first-person shooter. Chess takes a back-seat to FPS as you win duel after duel and capture the opponent's pieces until you've beaten their king and won the game.
Why similar: Chess 31.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, PvP 13.3%, Multiplayer 11.5%, Board Game 10.3%
- #41 Gigachess
73% matchVery Positive82% of 96 reviews2015
Dev: Drixxel Soft
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Gigachess is a hero defense puzzler on a chess board. Command your party of Knights, Rooks & Bishops against the relentless Pawn onslaught!
Why similar: Chess 30.6% ★, Turn-Based 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Tabletop 10.7%, Strategy 9.7%
- #42 The Ouroboros King
69% matchVery Positive81% of 549 reviews2023
Dev: Oriol Cosp Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.1 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 42.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 19.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Board Game 11.8%, Strategy 7.5%
- #43 Gambit Shifter
69% matchVery Positive97% of 87 reviews2024
Dev: Volcanite Games
Windows
Gambit Shifter is a relaxing, minimalist cozy puzzle game for chess experts and beginners alike! Take control of a single piece, solve your way through 80+ hand-crafted levels and lose yourself in the zen atmosphere as you advance.
Why similar: Chess 74.8% ★, Tabletop 10.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.1%, Casual 3.2%, Indie 1.8%
- #44 Fritz Chess 17 Steam Edition
71% 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 55.9% ★, Strategy 12.7%, Board Game 11.8%, Tactical 11.5%, Multiplayer 7%
- #45 5D Chess With Multiverse Time Travel
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,849 reviews2020
Dev: Conor Petersen
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%
It's the first ever chess variant with spatial, temporal, and parallel dimensions. It's 5D Chess With Multiverse Time Travel! Move pieces back in time to create branching timelines. Send a rook to a parallel dimension. Protect your kings in the present and in the past!
Why similar: Chess 58.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Board Game 8.6%, Multiplayer 6.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.2%
- #46 All For Nought - Tic Tac Toe
70% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2020
Dev: CarloCGC
Windows
Classic Tic Tac Toe / Noughts & Crosses game with a minimalist style.
Why similar: Tactical 21.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.1%, Board Game 17.1%, PvP 16.1%, Multiplayer 14.3%
- #47 League of Masters: Auto Chess
68% matchMostly Positive71% of 206 reviews2024
Dev: Games of Masters
Windows
League of Masters is a new take on the Auto Chess genre. Our game is a dynamic PvP experience with a deep progression system. Challenge friends and foes in an epic battle of wits that will determine who the true strategist is.
Why similar: Chess 26.7% ★, Turn-Based 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Tactical 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%
- #48 Ajedrez una tarde de Otoño
70% matchMixed52% of 58 reviews2021
Dev: Luis Pedro Lopez Perez
Windows
chess simulator game
Why similar: Chess 73% ★, Board Game 12.4%, Tabletop 8%, Casual 3%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #49 Gambonanza
64% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,254 reviews2026
Dev: BlukuléléPub: Sidekick Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Gambonanza is a turn-based chess roguelike, set on a tiny board with higher stakes. Master tactical twists, invest your winnings and discover new rule-bending Gambits, tile and piece combinations. Face off against challenging bosses and get lost in all the ways you can break traditional chess!
Why similar: Chess 35.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, Turn-Based 16.7%, Tactical 12.3%, Board Game 8.7%
- #50 Khet 2.0
70% matchVery Positive87% of 165 reviews2014
Dev: BlueLine Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Officially licensed version of the “Mensa Select” award-winning board game! The Laser Game Khet 2.0: Mind blowing laser fun for players ages 9-99. Using simple rules that can be learned in minutes players alternate turns moving Egyptian themed mirrored pieces, after which they fire their laser with the goal of blasting their opponents...
Why similar: Chess 30.8% ★, Turn-Based 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Tabletop 8.6%, Board Game 8.4%
- #51 Quantum Chess
67% matchMixed66% of 53 reviews2025
Dev: Quantum Realm Games
Windows · Mac
Completely change the strategy of the age old game of chess with quantum physics!
Why similar: Tabletop 48.1%, Strategy 45.4%, Indie 6.5%
- #52 Ortus Arena, strategy board game online, FOR FREE
71% matchMixed60% of 53 reviews2016
Dev: Firebrush StudiosPub: Plug In Digital
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 50%
You are a cunning warlord, craving for intensive short mental combats and becoming the best. Enter this online multiplayer strategy board game: a 1vs1 turn based resource game that is easy to understand, but complex to master. NOW FOR FREE!
Why similar: Board Game 33.3%, Strategy 24.1%, Tactical 18.5%, Tabletop 14.9%, Casual 5.9%
- #53 Axis & Allies 1942 Online
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 5,018 reviews2021
Dev: Beamdog
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 49.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Play the classic board game, Axis & Allies 1942 2nd Edition! Act as WWII powers in a turn-based strategy game that fits your screen and schedule— get notified on your turn and command armies at your own pace! Team up with friends, challenge the world’s top players, or go solo vs. A.I.
Why similar: Historical 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Local Co-Op 11.2%, War 10.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.2%
- #54 Hnefatafl
68% matchVery Positive100% of 51 reviews2020
Dev: Philippe Schober
Windows · Mac · Linux
The ancient boardgame of the Vikings. Thousands of variants, offline and online cross-platform play with leaderboards and tournaments. Are you ready for the challenge? Prepared to earn your way to Valhalla?
Why similar: Chess 32.4% ★, Historical 18.7%, Turn-Based 15.6%, Board Game 8.1%, PvP 7.7%
- #55 Gromopoli
65% matchVery Positive82% of 193 reviews2025
Dev: kilo
Windows
"Gromopoli" is an online board game. Buy properties, receive rent and avoid the enemy's properties to survive. Play with up to 7 other players, with team of 2 to 4 players, and on boards of varying sizes!
Why similar: Board Game 23.4%, Tabletop 21.9%, PvP 20.9%, Multiplayer 14.7%, Strategy 14.4%