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  1. #1 Unlock The King 2
    97% matchMostly Positive70% of 127 reviews2020
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    The sequel of the successful Unlock The King, now in a tridimensional board. An originally designed puzzle game inspired by chess. Move the pieces and create a path to Unlock the King.

    Why similar: Sokoban 21.3%, Futuristic 10.6%, Chess 10%, Tabletop 8.5%, Board Game 8.3%

  2. #2 Unlock The King 3
    96% matchMostly Positive79% of 75 reviews2020
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    A new sequel of the successful Unlock The King, now with 3D boards based on Rubik's Cubes. An originally designed puzzle game inspired by chess. Move the pieces and create a path to Unlock the King.

    Why similar: Chess 22.4%, Sokoban 18.6%, Difficult 8.1%, Futuristic 7.9%, Minimalist 7.1%

  3. #3 Mate'Morphosis
    95% matchVery Positive96% of 53 reviews2026
    Dev: WiseMonkeESPub: Wise Monke Entertainment Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Mate'Morphosis is a pixel art, chess-inspired puzzle game built around the concept of becoming the piece you capture. Outsmart each board, adapt to evolving mechanics, and hunt down the rival king across every stage.

    Why similar: Chess 38.8%, Logic 11.7%, Difficult 10.7%, Sokoban 10.5%, Minimalist 9.1%

  4. #4 Chess Brain
    96% matchVery Positive89% of 161 reviews2020
    Dev: Caio Flavio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Chess Brain is a chess puzzle game. Draw the correct path and don't let the King get killed by the opposite pieces! Every second all the pieces will move!

    Why similar: Chess 27.8%, Sokoban 18.8%, Grid-Based Movement 9.9%, Board Game 9.7%, Minimalist 7.1%

  5. #5 Chessformer
    94% matchVery Positive100% of 316 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 45%, Board Game 14%, Difficult 10.9%, Grid-Based Movement 7.8%, Puzzle 6.5%

  6. #6 Knight Swap
    94% matchVery Positive88% of 149 reviews2019
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    One chess piece, the mighty knight. One simple concept: exchange the knights from one colored square to another. One hundred hand-crafted levels in a beautiful minimalist set. Can you swap the knights?

    Why similar: Chess 27.2%, Sokoban 20.5%, Board Game 8.3%, Tabletop 8.1%, Minimalist 8%

  7. #7 Chess Brain: Dark Troops
    93% matchVery Positive94% of 63 reviews2021
    Dev: Caio Flavio
    Windows · Mac

    This game develops the ability to predict movement in Chess, using a playful and immersive concept. The dark troops march in a single sound. They are more organized and smarter

    Why similar: Chess 28.8%, Sokoban 18.7%, Board Game 9.9%, Grid-Based Movement 9.5%, Minimalist 7.2%

  8. #8 Hang The Kings
    92% 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 58.3%, Minimalist 13.9%, Strategy 12.8%, Puzzle 9%, Casual 6%

  9. #9 Zen Chess: Mate in Three
    91% 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 50.4%, Tabletop 14.6%, Minimalist 13.2%, Puzzle 6.8%, Logic 5.6%

  10. #10 Gambit Shifter
    89% 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 40.8%, Logic 11.8%, Grid-Based Movement 10.8%, Minimalist 10.8%, Tabletop 7.8%

  11. #11 Zen Chess: Mate in One
    90% 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 46.5%, Tabletop 13.8%, Minimalist 12.1%, Logic 9.5%, Puzzle 6.3%

  12. #12 Zen Chess: Mate in Four
    91% 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 50.9%, Tabletop 14.3%, Minimalist 13.4%, Puzzle 6.9%, Logic 5.5%

  13. #13 Zen Chess: Mate in Two
    89% 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 49.7%, Tabletop 14.5%, Minimalist 13.1%, Puzzle 6.7%, Logic 6.1%

  14. #14 Knight's Retreat
    88% matchVery Positive91% of 99 reviews2020
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    A chess game without any chess. Rearrange your troops to bring your best knights back to your Kingdom in an abstract medieval world.

    Why similar: Chess 43%, Tabletop 15%, Minimalist 11.7%, Grid-Based Movement 8.8%, Puzzle 6.9%

  15. #15 The Ouroboros King
    86% 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 46%, Board Game 18.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Difficult 14.6%, Strategy 4%

  16. #16 Knight Swap 2
    87% matchVery Positive84% of 50 reviews2019
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    The sequel of the successful Knight Swap, with more levels, more gameplay mechanics, and even more fun. The goal in each level is to move the opposing knights to where the others are placed (and vice versa) using the features of the board.Can you swap the knights?

    Why similar: Chess 27.1%, Sokoban 20.2%, Board Game 8.7%, Tabletop 8.3%, Minimalist 8.1%

  17. #17 SOK
    86% matchVery Positive90% of 214 reviews2017
    Dev: Siberian Mouse
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    SOK is a sokoban classic puzzle game. The goal of the game is to move all the boxes to their positions. It's not as easy as it seems. The player can push one box at a time, but do not pull it off.

    Why similar: Sokoban 40.7%, Minimalist 14.1%, Difficult 13.3%, Logic 11.3%, Puzzle 8.5%

  18. #18 Passant: A Chess Roguelike
    84% 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 58.5%, Board Game 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.7%, Logic 7.4%, Strategy 6.6%

  19. #19 KNIGHTS
    84% 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 43.7%, Tabletop 17.7%, Logic 11.7%, Minimalist 10%, Puzzle 7.5%

  20. #20 Alephant
    83% matchVery Positive94% of 54 reviews2023
    Dev: Lucas Le Slo
    Windows

    A word-less abstract puzzle game about language.

    Why similar: Sokoban 34.4%, Grid-Based Movement 14.1%, Logic 12.9%, Minimalist 11%, Difficult 10.6%

  21. #21 Swim Out
    85% matchMostly Positive74% of 60 reviews2017
    Dev: Lozange Lab
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Dive into the relaxing and refreshing atmosphere of Swim Out, a strategic, turn-based puzzle game, that will transport you into a sunny day by the swimming pool, the river or the sea.

    Why similar: Chess 22.5%, Sokoban 21.7%, Grid-Based Movement 13%, Board Game 10.8%, Tabletop 8.6%

  22. #22 Orakyubu
    81% matchVery Positive99% of 294 reviews2021
    Dev: Peter Lavigne
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A game about 2D puzzles in 3D space.

    Why similar: Sokoban 44.4%, Minimalist 13%, Logic 12.6%, Difficult 12.4%, Puzzle 9.6%

  23. #23 SOK MIN
    82% matchVery Positive93% of 115 reviews2018
    Dev: Siberian Mouse
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    SOK MIN is the smallest and the easiest levels of SOK puzzle. Now you may not need a guide to complete each level. Just try it!

    Why similar: Sokoban 40.6%, Minimalist 14%, Grid-Based Movement 10.4%, Logic 8.2%, Puzzle 8.1%

  24. #24 Chess Knights: Viking Lands
    82% matchVery Positive91% of 70 reviews2020
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    Help the Knights to rescue their Kings and Queens in the beautiful and dangerous Vikings Lands. An innovative game concept inspired by chess: infiltrate mindfully, rescue quickly, and get out alive if you can.

    Why similar: Chess 40.1%, Tabletop 13.2%, Board Game 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Puzzle 6.7%

  25. #25 Placement
    81% matchVery Positive85% of 75 reviews2017
    Dev: Albin Bernhardsson
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 33%

    Placement is a minimalist logic puzzle game based on chess.

    Why similar: Chess 90.6%, Casual 9.4%

  26. #26 Chessarama
    78% 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: Chess 24.1%, Tabletop 19.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Board Game 12.3%, Difficult 10.8%

  27. #27 The Chess Variants Club
    80% 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 36.5%, Board Game 13%, Tabletop 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.1%, Logic 8.1%

  28. #28 Isotiles - Isometric Puzzle Game
    79% matchVery Positive89% of 231 reviews2017
    Dev: Robert Alvarez
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 1.9 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Isotiles is an isometric puzzle game played on a grid. The goal of the game is to turn all of the blue tiles red and then reach the exit tile. There are 50 levels to play through with increasing difficulty and added obstacles.

    Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 25.4%, Logic 15.7%, Minimalist 15.6%, Difficult 12.7%, Puzzle 9.2%

  29. #29 Altered
    78% matchVery Positive100% of 124 reviews2021
    Dev: GlitchheartPub: Rooftop Panda
    Windows · Linux

    Solve difficult puzzles in a soothing atmosphere by altering your characters in multiple ways, forcing you to think outside the box.

    Why similar: Sokoban 40.7%, Grid-Based Movement 16.1%, Difficult 14%, Minimalist 11.7%, Puzzle 7.9%

  30. #30 5D Chess With Multiverse Time Travel
    75% 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 63%, Board Game 13.6%, Difficult 9.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.6%, Puzzle 4.5%

  31. #31 Linelith
    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,239 reviews2022
    Dev: Patrick Traynor
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 1.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Solve puzzles embedded in rocks and crystals as you explore a colorful, serene alien asteroid. Discover a few clever twists as you progress in this short and sweet puzzle experience.

    Why similar: Sokoban 39.7%, Puzzle 12.1%, Grid-Based Movement 10.1%, Minimalist 9.2%, Logic 8.2%

  32. #32 Yes, My Queen
    76% matchVery Positive88% of 50 reviews2025
    Dev: Wall Spaghetti
    Windows · Mac

    The chess roguelite. Play game-changing cards, bend the rules, save your Queen, and escape from the dungeon.

    Why similar: Chess 44.3%, Board Game 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Difficult 11%, Tabletop 8.8%

  33. #33 Dark Chess
    77% matchMostly Positive76% of 212 reviews2023
    Dev: Tall Troll Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    THIS IS NOT CLASSIC CHESS! Dark Chess is an asymmetric puzzle-strategy game featuring fog of war. Survive a story-driven campaign filled with custom boards, traps, and rule-breaking Kings and Queens of the past. Stealth, calculated risks and outsmarting the unknown are your only ways to win.

    Why similar: Chess 44.2%, Board Game 15.5%, Tabletop 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Puzzle 6.6%

  34. #34 Unitied
    77% matchVery Positive98% of 53 reviews2019
    Dev: Peter Hijma
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Unitied is a minimalistic & relaxing puzzle game

    Why similar: Minimalist 23.1%, Difficult 19.8%, Strategy 16.3%, Puzzle 15.5%, Abstract 9%

  35. #35 3D Chess
    79% 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 46.6%, Tabletop 17.6%, Board Game 16.2%, Logic 11.3%, Strategy 5.6%

  36. #36 King of the Bridge
    71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,692 reviews2024
    Dev: Finn Schuuring
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Face off against the bridge troll in his bizarre game of chess! Decrypt, Twist and Enforce the rules as your devious opponent attempts to break them in King of the Bridge!

    Why similar: Chess 62.3%, Board Game 19%, Puzzle 10.4%, Strategy 5.9%, Top-Down 1.9%

  37. #37 Maxwell's puzzling demon
    72% matchVery Positive99% of 375 reviews2024
    Dev: muratsubo Games
    Windows

    "Thermodynamic" puzzle where Maxwell's demon does work of block-pushing. Deal those hot blocks with cold blocks so that the demon doesn't get burnt.

    Why similar: Sokoban 39.6%, Grid-Based Movement 16.7%, Difficult 14.1%, Logic 13.5%, Puzzle 8.6%

  38. #38 Blockee - Sliding Puzzle
    76% matchPositive94% of 50 reviews2021
    Dev: White Rose Games
    Windows

    Blockee is a puzzle game based on klotski. Slide the blocks to find a path to the next level.

    Why similar: Minimalist 20.3%, Difficult 19.7%, Tabletop 14.8%, Board Game 14.2%, Puzzle 12.1%

  39. #39 Chess
    74% 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 36%, Board Game 26.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Logic 12.1%, Casual 4.7%

  40. #40 CIPHER ZERO
    71% matchVery Positive93% of 159 reviews2025
    Dev: Zapdot
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A minimalist logic game. Can you solve for 𝒙?

    Why similar: Logic 19.8%, Minimalist 18.2%, Difficult 16.7%, Futuristic 16%, Puzzle 10.8%

  41. #41 Block in the Lock
    74% matchVery Positive95% of 74 reviews2019
    Dev: PetorioPub: Peter Hofbauer
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A 2D Puzzle Game where you move different blocks simultaneously like a hive mind. Form blocks into shapes and match the lock patterns in over 200 crafty levels, in order to free the world from mysterious chains

    Why similar: Sokoban 41.7%, Grid-Based Movement 12.7%, Minimalist 12.5%, Logic 12.4%, Puzzle 8.2%

  42. #42 Blokker
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 60 reviews2021
    Dev: LM Games Studio
    Windows

    Move the blocks strategically until the balls find the targets. Simple yet challenging! This is Blokker.

    Why similar: Minimalist 21.2%, Difficult 20%, Logic 19.8%, Puzzle 10.1%, Grid-Based Movement 9.6%

  43. #43 Tabulo
    70% matchVery Positive95% of 55 reviews2026
    Dev: Noah Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Position your pieces carefully to max out your score in this Balatro-inspired chess roguelike. Enhance your pieces, purchase powers, and win bonuses from optional challenges, but be careful - your board only has so much room.

    Why similar: Chess 46.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 23%, Strategy 13.7%, Difficult 11.5%, Casual 4.2%

  44. #44 Hexa Turn
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 113 reviews2018
    Dev: Abdullah Firat
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    Hexa Turn is a turn-based puzzle game with minimalist design. The logic is simple: block the triange. So, think outside of the box and try not to find a solution. Try to break the solution!

    Why similar: Minimalist 26.9%, Logic 26.2%, Puzzle 16.9%, Strategy 13.1%, Abstract 9.5%

  45. #45 Shotgun King: The Final Checkmate
    67% matchVery Positive91% of 7,246 reviews2022
    Dev: PUNKCAKE Delicieux
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%

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

    Why similar: Chess 62.1%, Tabletop 17.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%, Atmospheric 5%, Strategy 5%

  46. #46 HexON
    73% matchMixed70% of 82 reviews2020
    Dev: Minimol Games
    Windows · Mac

    A relaxing puzzle game. Turn on each board by connecting all magnetic pieces to it.

    Why similar: Futuristic 16.8%, Logic 15.2%, Tabletop 14.8%, Board Game 14.5%, Puzzle 8.7%

  47. #47 Pawnbarian
    69% matchVery Positive89% of 878 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 43.4%, Board Game 14.4%, Grid-Based Movement 10.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Minimalist 8.6%

  48. #48 Hanoi Puzzles: Solid Match
    71% matchVery Positive95% of 58 reviews2020
    Dev: Hanoi Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A new game concept inspired by the classic Tower of Hanoi. Assemble towers stacking pieces of the same color on a hexagonal board with a mysterious and relaxing atmosphere.

    Why similar: Board Game 20.3%, Futuristic 18.8%, Tabletop 12.4%, Minimalist 10.9%, Logic 10.6%

  49. #49 Gigachess
    72% 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 36.2%, Tabletop 18%, Board Game 14.1%, Difficult 9.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.2%

  50. #50 Netoo
    66% matchVery Positive98% of 66 reviews2026
    Dev: Mindlabor
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Netoo is a minimalist logic puzzle where you try to place small magnets into their correct spots by rotating transporter magnets with rotators. The difficulty of the game increases gradually, thanks to new mechanics introduced every 10 levels.

    Why similar: Sokoban 37.6%, Logic 15%, Minimalist 13.2%, Grid-Based Movement 8.4%, Puzzle 8.1%

  51. #51 Cubiscape 2
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 126 reviews2020
    Dev: Silver Eye Studios
    Windows

    Solve hundreds of fun and challenging puzzles in this original turn-based puzzle game. Hide from your enemies or lure them into traps, press buttons to open up new paths or skip obstacles using the teleporter!

    Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 23.6%, Logic 16.6%, Board Game 15.9%, Futuristic 10.9%, Minimalist 9.6%

  52. #52 Chess Infinity
    69% 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 54.1%, Board Game 19%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Puzzle 7.6%, Strategy 4.8%

  53. #53 Patrick's Parabox
    64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 5,475 reviews2022
    Dev: Patrick Traynor
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    A mind-bending recursive puzzle game about boxes within boxes within boxes within boxes. Learn to use infinity to your advantage as you explore a deep and elegant system.

    Why similar: Sokoban 42.3%, Logic 15.2%, Minimalist 13.2%, Puzzle 10.1%, Difficult 9%

  54. #54 Loophole
    65% matchVery Positive99% of 144 reviews2025
    Dev: Levi Pinkert
    Windows · Mac

    A time-bending puzzle game about working with - and against - your past selves. Subvert the rules of time travel, dodge paradoxes, and find a way to escape the loop.

    Why similar: Sokoban 33.2%, Grid-Based Movement 15.7%, Logic 12.7%, Minimalist 11.8%, Difficult 10.7%

  55. #55 Quantum Chess
    68% 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 75.3%, Strategy 24.7%

  56. #56 Puddle Knights
    67% matchVery Positive97% of 234 reviews2020
    Dev: Lockpickle
    Windows · Mac

    Protecting nobles from mud may look simple on the surface, but the intricate cape arranging puzzle mechanics ensure steadily increasing difficulty. Join the Knights on their quest to preserve dignity, and mindmuck is practically guaranteed! Playtime 10-35h.

    Why similar: Sokoban 36.5%, Difficult 12.9%, Logic 12.9%, Grid-Based Movement 11.8%, Minimalist 8.8%

  57. #57 Astra Ignota
    66% matchVery Positive94% of 54 reviews2025
    Dev: Xavi Artigas
    Windows

    A relaxing, space-themed puzzle game where you fill a board using symmetrical figures, while uncovering a mysterious sci-fi story. All boards are hand-crafted for maximum enjoyment.

    Why similar: Board Game 18.7%, Difficult 14.4%, Minimalist 11.4%, Grid-Based Movement 10.7%, Logic 9.8%

  58. #58 Four Kings One War
    70% 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 58.9%, Board Game 22.1%, Strategy 17.7%, Casual 1.1%, Singleplayer 0.4%

  59. #59 Bloxpath
    65% matchVery Positive98% of 54 reviews2025
    Dev: agoo
    Windows

    A minimalist roll playing puzzle game. About 10 unique puzzle mechanics, around 200 puzzles, and satisfying smooth procedural animations.

    Why similar: Sokoban 49.5%, Minimalist 11.5%, Logic 10.8%, Puzzle 9.3%, Isometric 5.7%

  60. #60 Gambonanza
    63% 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 57.1%, Board Game 20.2%, Difficult 14.7%, Strategy 5.2%, Casual 2.1%

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