Underplayed Gems

A Game of Chaess (2026)

A Game of Chaess cover
Developer
Yohan Fabre (Gamezel)
Publisher
Klaas Jongsma
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 51 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A lighthearted, whimsical strategy game where you casually fend off waves of black chess pieces with a playful, storybook feel.

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What players say

Players praise the game's original twist on chess but are split on presentation, some call it a chill, fun reinvention of thinking in chess, while others point to rough voice acting and a dated interface.

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