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2007PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Steam Deck verified73 % positive24.99 €

Classic chess in a fantasy dress: the pieces are animated fantasy fighters, and captures play out as short battle cutscenes. The underlying play stays turn-based and tactical like real chess.

  • Turn-based combat
  • Tactical depth
  • Fantasy setting

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In short: Games like Battle vs. Chess

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Battle Chess

91 %Match

1988PC, Steam Deck playable81 % positive19.50 €

Brings what grabs you about Battle vs. Chess: turn-based combat, tactical depth and progress without grind.

Classic chess where every capture plays out as a short animated fight between the pieces. The tongue-in-cheek humor turns the board game into an entertaining spectacle.

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Khet 2.0

Turn-based combat

A digital board game where you move Egyptian-themed mirror pieces and then fire a laser to hit your opponent's Pharaoh. The rules are quick to learn, but planning laser paths ahead gives real tactical depth.

A Druid's Duel

Fantasy setting

A quick turn-based strategy game steeped in Celtic lore, where you build and tear down the board itself using nature's power. Short, tactical duels are the focus.

Abalone

Turn-based combat

A digital version of the classic board game Abalone, where you push lines of marbles across a hexagonal board to knock six opposing marbles off. It includes several alternative board layouts such as Swiss Daisy, Alien and Fujiyama.

Chess Ultra

Turn-based combat

A polished digital take on classic chess, with varied scenic environments, online play, AI at multiple strengths and VR support. Great for anyone wanting pure chess in a calm, attractive setting.

Hero Academy

Fantasy setting

A turn-based tactics board-style game with a light fantasy look, where you duel friends or other players. You command a team of heroes, mages and monsters and use each move wisely to outmaneuver your opponent.

Pure Chess

Turn-based combat

A handsomely presented chess simulation with realistic boards and pieces, offering classic chess against the AI or online opponents. Ideal for players who want pure, focused strategy without extras.

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