Games Like War of Chess

Thumper Chess is a free to play chess game with basic animated pieces. Better looking and more fun chess sets, maps, animations, etc... are available in cheap DLC content.

Why similar: Board Game 32.8%, Chess 28% ★, Strategy 27%, Multiplayer 6.7%, 3D 5.5%

The King's Game is a 3D experience where variations of chess are played with a unique fog of war mechanic. Pieces are concealed from your opponent within three game modes; standard two-player chess, a unique circular board three-player chess variant, and a hex chess variant.

Why similar: Board Game 33%, Strategy 25.3%, Chess 17.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, 3D 5.1%

Road2Conquest is a two-player multiplayer game where you build roads to capture your opponent's castle. Use various strategy cards and game pieces to overwhelm your opponent with superior tactics!

Why similar: Board Game 36.4%, Strategy 29.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 22%, 3D 5.6%, Multiplayer 5.2%

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 30.4% ★, Board Game 24.8%, Strategy 19.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Fantasy 6%

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 38% ★, Board Game 28.3%, Strategy 19.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%

Lady Bongcloud... She is generous, cute, and loves the "Bongcloud Attack", in which the king moves first and goes forward to show his bravery.

Why similar: Board Game 33.1%, Strategy 27.9%, Chess 19.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 19.5%

JIN is a modern traditional strategy board game where every move matters. Combine pieces to grow stronger, outplay your opponent, and capture your way to victory.

Why similar: Board Game 36.2%, Strategy 30.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.9%, 3D 5.5%, Multiplayer 5.4%

From piece movements, to drops, promotion and strategic formations, you'll learn Shogi inside out! Play against a wide variety of AI opponents, developing your Shogi playing style.

Why similar: Chess 34% ★, Board Game 26.1%, Strategy 22.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.6%

Enter the mafia underworld of 2D Chess, where animals take on the roles of mob bosses. Play 10+0 minute games online on the Lichess server. Analyze your moves with Stockfish. Checkmate with style in this captivating cartel-themed chess adventure!

Why similar: Chess 37.4% ★, Board Game 24.4%, Strategy 19.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Multiplayer 2.8%

Cry Wolf is a multiplayer social deduction game inspired by Werewolf, where secret alliances, risky bets, and new roles turn the classic rules upside down. Face 5 to 19 other players over voice chat across varied maps and unmask the wolves before it's too late.

Why similar: Board Game 32.9%, Strategy 29.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.5%, Multiplayer 11.4%, 3D 6.7%

The game of Copenhagen Hnefatafl is a turn based strategy game with roots going back hundreds of years. It is a bit like chess and played on 11 by 11 and 13 by 13 size board. The client supports playing games, playing in tournaments, reviewing games and going through different move choices.

Why similar: Board Game 48.4%, Strategy 29%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.6%

Reversi - A Board Game of Strategy and Tactics!

Why similar: Board Game 33.8%, Strategy 24.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Chess 16.5% ★, Multiplayer 4.8%

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: Board Game 38.1%, Strategy 28.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.5%, 3D 5.5%, Multiplayer 5.3%

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 37% ★, Board Game 26.7%, Strategy 20.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%

If regular chess has become stale and you're looking for a unique, new challenge, Chess++ is the game for you! Play a game against the AI in a chess board with 3 dimensions, new movesets, and new rules.

Why similar: Chess 38.2% ★, Board Game 29.5%, Strategy 27.4%, 3D 4.9%

Bring chess to life in a fantasy battlefield where every capture becomes an animated duel. Command mythical armies, outmaneuver your opponent, and experience the timeless strategy of chess through cinematic combat and immersive 3D boards.

Why similar: Board Game 43.4%, Strategy 27.2%, Chess 23.2% ★, 3D 6.3%

Caîssa Board is a graphical chess user interface that is evolving toward becoming an online chess club.

Why similar: Chess 36.8% ★, Board Game 23.7%, Strategy 18.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.1%, 3D 3.2%

Tactical, turn based board game 1v1 with offline mode. chess like strategy game adding more aspects to the board.

Why similar: Strategy 39.7%, Board Game 29.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.7%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Indie 3.5%

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 41.6% ★, Board Game 30%, Strategy 20%, 3D 4.2%, Multiplayer 4.2%

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: Strategy 40.3%, Chess 31.2% ★, Board Game 27.1%, Indie 1.3%

Shogi, reimagined as HP-based combat. Every piece has HP, Attack and Defense. Take 3 actions per turn, deal randomized damage, brace for counterattacks — a tactical duel where reading and luck collide. Battle a 4-tier CPU or friends worldwide. Fully customizable rules and piece stats.

Why similar: Board Game 39.1%, Strategy 31.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.7%, Multiplayer 5.7%

Unleash a new level of chess tactics with mages that can create fires, freeze opponents, introduce fog of war and more. Capture gold spaces to earn income which can be used to strengthen your army!

Why similar: Board Game 38.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 29.2%, Strategy 26.3%, Multiplayer 5.1%, Indie 1.3%

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 33.2% ★, Board Game 23%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Strategy 12.2%, Multiplayer 6.7%

A 4-player strategy game reimagining Chess, Checkers and Backgammon. Play online, create private rooms to challenge friends, or test your skills against advanced AI.

Why similar: Board Game 35.8%, Strategy 26.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 22%, 3D 5.7%, Fantasy 5.3%

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 34.8% ★, Board Game 26.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Strategy 15.4%, Multiplayer 7.1%

The game is a turn-based board game, and players can provide players with their imaginations to write different rules of board games.

Why similar: Board Game 36.2%, Strategy 31.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.9%, 3D 5.5%, Multiplayer 4.9%

Cell Conquest is a turn-based logic strategy game where you place walls, complete cells, and outthink your opponents. Play solo against the computer or compete locally with 2–5 players across multiple maps and board sizes.

Why similar: Board Game 40.7%, Strategy 32.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.3%, 3D 6.3%

A new outlook on the classic strategy game, battle your way to winning.

Why similar: Chess 38.3% ★, Board Game 22.4%, Strategy 20.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Multiplayer 6%

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 39.1% ★, Board Game 25.7%, Strategy 19.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%

Dive into Gomoku: The Classic Five in a Row!

Why similar: Board Game 34.7%, Strategy 26.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.1%, Chess 17.9% ★

Study piece movements, checkmate conditions and tactics; learn Xiangqi inside out! Play against a wide variety of AI opponents, developing your Xiangi playing style.

Why similar: Chess 37.7% ★, Board Game 25.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.3%, Strategy 17.2%

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 37.2% ★, Board Game 27.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Strategy 12.8%, Multiplayer 5%

Shogi software with functions that even beginners can enjoy. Have fun learning and become stronger!

Why similar: Board Game 40.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 29.2%, Strategy 25.5%, Multiplayer 5%

Outwit opponents in this abstract strategy game of tactics and deception. The pieces lie, and the only thing that can be trusted is your own deduction. Use calculated bluffs to exert command over the board as you race to be the first to capture your opponent's castles.

Why similar: Board Game 38.9%, Strategy 30.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.7%, Multiplayer 5.4%, Indie 1.3%

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: Board Game 30.9%, Strategy 30.1%, Chess 28.9% ★, Multiplayer 6.2%, Indie 3.9%

Isometric Chess is a challenging chess variant that expands the game into the third dimension in a unique way.

Why similar: Board Game 38.3%, Strategy 29.6%, Chess 19.3% ★, 3D 6.2%, Multiplayer 5.5%

Chess... chess never changes. How much can you do?! It's time for something new - a combination of chess and snake!

Why similar: Chess 37.6% ★, Board Game 24.7%, Strategy 18.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.9%

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 39.4% ★, Board Game 23.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.2%, Strategy 14.4%, 3D 2.9%

CHESS CROWN- chess in a medieval fantasy theme and with the opportunity to compete with other players on the network.

Why similar: Board Game 34.1%, Strategy 28%, Chess 14.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, 3D 5.4%

Prex // Naq is a Turn-Based Strategy Board Game. Take turns placing your pieces in the starting phase, then move and capture pieces one at a time, when pieces die they are sent to the afterlife boards and can journey across to upgrade! There is PVP and a single player roguelike mode!

Why similar: Board Game 35.8%, Strategy 27.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 22%, 3D 5.7%, Fantasy 5.7%

The sequel to Chess we've all been waiting for! Yes, that's right, 3D chess with Catgirls! Play online with a friend today! A highly refined game for the delight of your intellectual capacity.

Why similar: Chess 38.9% ★, Board Game 27.9%, Strategy 15%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.4%

A colorful chess roguelike! Engage in dopaminergic, cinematic strategy while you fulfill a chess power fantasy - your pieces gain abilities as you construct a juiced up roster capable of surviving the onslaught! Only - seven mysterious prismatic kings stand before you and the one true crown...

Why similar: Chess 39.8% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 21%, Board Game 17.5%, Strategy 14.2%, Fantasy 4%

Play Capture-the-King Raumschach, invented in 1907 and made more playable by futuristic visuals! Spread out cells and helpful highlighting maximize the player's ability to visualize the board. The game features public and private lobbies.

Why similar: Board Game 37.4%, Strategy 29.5%, Chess 22.1% ★, 3D 5.8%, Multiplayer 5.2%

ChessXpanse™ is a game that captures the intensity of chess and pits one player against another in the midst of battle. In ChessXpanse, a player faces varying front lines as the starting positions of each game board differ.

Why similar: Board Game 41.1%, Strategy 32.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.8%, Multiplayer 5.7%

Dive into the immersive world of board games with VRShogiMates! Play Shogi, Chu Shogi, Chess, Xiangqi, and Gungi in a virtual environment. Challenge friends in real-time or turn-based multiplayer. Learn the rules, while enjoying regular updates for an ever-evolving gaming experience.

Why similar: Board Game 31.5%, Strategy 23.3%, Chess 22.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 17.9%, Multiplayer 5.1%

A casual puzzle played with 4 sided chits with a swords or a shield on an edge played on a classic chess board. when chits clash they may rotate or capture the other, your objective is to capture the crown chits, there are 4 on both sides.

Why similar: Chess 40% ★, Board Game 38.8%, Strategy 21.2%

Elementyle is a chess-like, turn-based strategy game where players claim tiles with unique pieces and element sets.

Why similar: Board Game 40.5%, Strategy 31.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, Multiplayer 5.7%, Fantasy 5.5%

Play classic chess on Steam: challenge AI opponents, invite friends online, solve puzzles, customize your board, and unlock achievements.

Why similar: Board Game 40.7%, Chess 26.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 22.2%, Strategy 10.8%

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 37% ★, Board Game 19%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.8%, Strategy 17.4%, Multiplayer 4.4%

Between Two Castles - Digital Edition brings the delightful experience of the original board game to your computer! Build unique procedural castles, make strategies and play online with your friends!

Why similar: Board Game 50.1%, Strategy 48.5%, Indie 1.5%

It is a chess game with the possibility of playing two players or playing against the computer. Castling, exchanging a pawn for another piece at the end of the board, drawing, recording and loading the game can be performed.

Why similar: Board Game 45.8%, Strategy 28.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.7%, Multiplayer 5.8%

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 35.4% ★, Board Game 26.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.5%, Strategy 12.9%, 3D 4.1%

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: Board Game 33.3%, Chess 27.9% ★, Strategy 18.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Multiplayer 4.2%

It took 2,000 years for someone to make chess better! The most challenging game on earth comes to life in Battle Chess. An entire medieval world at war is reflected on the checkered field. Everyone who's ever had a knight take a pawn has seen that capture as more than one piece replacing another on the board.

Why similar: Board Game 42.2%, Chess 36.1% ★, Strategy 21.7%

Radial Chess is a chess game that preserves all traditional rules and mechanics while reimagining the board as a radial spatial structure, where players compete against AI or locally in a transformed geometric interpretation of classic chess.

Why similar: Board Game 31.1%, Chess 26.5% ★, Strategy 20.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, 3D 6%

Master Xiangqi anytime! Thrilling games, custom boards & challenging AI.

Why similar: Chess 38.3% ★, Board Game 24%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.7%, Strategy 15.4%, Multiplayer 2.6%

The Joust Autochess allows you to see your favorite zany physics brawlers in an environment like you've never seen them before... tactical autochess combat! Combine like cards to upgrade your forces! Strategize with items to find the perfect build!

Why similar: Board Game 38.5%, Strategy 31.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Fantasy 6%, 3D 6%

Experience K-CHESS OMEGA, the ultimate Korean Chess (Janggi) simulator featuring a cutting-edge, self-learning AI. Test your strategic limits against an intelligence that evolves with every move. From beginners to pros, prove your mastery on the board!

Why similar: Board Game 37.1%, Strategy 29.5%, Chess 25.8% ★, Multiplayer 7.7%