Black Pieces Move First (2025)

Developer: Enchant Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Strategy
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 15 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A playful, strategy-driven twist on chess where a single pawn's rebellion escalates into a brief, whimsical war.

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What players say

Players enjoy a clever chess-themed puzzle game where you guide black pieces against white, with attacks matching traditional chess movement. The 60 puzzles plus a final boss take about 4-5 hours, with a well-paced difficulty curve that ramps up. Some wish for a quick restart key during harder levels.

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