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
The catalog in 3D
The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.
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.
Screenshots
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