Underplayed Gems

Checkmate in the Wild West - Chess Adventure (2025)

Checkmate in the Wild West - Chess Adventure cover
Developer
Grouper Games LLC
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
5.0 of 5, 6 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A methodical chess puzzle game that feels like a calm, paper-pushing challenge set against a Wild West backdrop.

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What players say

Players describe it as a laid-back chess trainer with a wild west theme that makes learning less serious. The puzzles are accessible for beginners, but some wish the time limits were removed to allow study, and players found the regular bots too easy.

Screenshots

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