Samurai Chess (2021)
- Developer
- Minimol Games
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Casual, Simulation, Strategy
- Rating
- 3.5 of 5, 40 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 1.1 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A tranquil chess match with a samurai skin, where thoughtful moves unfold against serene backgrounds and a calming soundtrack.
casualrelaxingthematicstylizedstrategicturn-basedmeditativepuzzle-like
What players say
Players praise the samurai theme, music, and visuals, but opinions on the AI are split: some find it too weak or broken, others too aggressive, and multiple reviews note it fails to recognize checkmate or loops moves. Some call it an asset flip, while others enjoy it as a relaxing chess variant with unlockables.
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