Waves of Chess (2026)
- Developer
- Amusing Noodle Games
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Strategy
- Rating
- 4.7 of 5, 18 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 1.6 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A tense, minimalist chess roguelike where each wave escalates the pressure with small strategic twists.
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What players say
Players enjoy this as a fresh roguelike take on chess where promoting pawns and building up queens is key. The isometric view is divisive, some find it unpleasant but others like the aesthetic. Reviews note it works well for quick play sessions and has a global leaderboard.
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