Checkmate Showdown (2023)

Developer: BadRez Games
Publisher: ManaVoid Entertainment, Indie Asylum
Genres: Action, Strategy
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 236 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A cerebral duel where every move is a calculated strike in a minimalist arena.

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What players say

Players love the concept of mixing chess and fighting, but the online is dead and solo content is thin. The AI is too easy even for low-skill players, and the chess moves feel disconnected from the fights. A few find fun with friends or in the Discord community, but many say there is little reason to play alone.

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