Chex (2023)

Developer: KonsolKongen, JayJay
Publisher: Stuen
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Free To Play
Rating: 3.7 of 5, 19 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 21 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A thoughtful tactical duel on a hexagonal grid where every move demands careful anticipation and counterplay.

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What players say

Chex offers a free hexagonal chess variant with nice visuals and a good soundtrack, but players warn it feels like an unfinished prototype: there is no tutorial, no fullscreen option, no sound effects, and only the white side is playable. Reviews are split on whether the AI is impossible or the player just needs practice.

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