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Games like Chess++

If Chess++ is your kind of game, the closest matches are Chess Visualized, RPG Chess and ChessFinity — picked from the ranked list below. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About Chess++: If regular chess has become stale and you're looking for a unique, new challenge, Chess++ is the game for you! Play a game against the AI in a chess board with 3 dimensions, new movesets, and new rules.

2020StrategyCasualEarly Access2.99 USDWindowsby JLogical Games
Chess++ — Steam game cover

Players who liked Chess++ also play

Steam players who put hours into Chess++ also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. Chess Visualized

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Chess++ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Casual with Chess++.

    A playable Chess board that visualizes where each piece can go and what every move does

    2025StrategyIndieCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. RPG Chess

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Chess++ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Chess++.

    A turn-based RPG, except it's also chess! Every capture becomes a 1v1 battle decided by stats, elements and abilities. Build your team, climb the roguelite campaign, or duel friends and CPUs.

    2026StrategyIndieAdventureSteam ↗
  3. ChessFinity

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for Chess++ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Casual with Chess++.

    3D chess variants + Mana Chess deckbuilding. Weird boards, strange pieces, puzzles and mini-games — and a free demo available now.

    StrategyIndieCasualSteam ↗
  4. Non-Euclidean Chess

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Chess++ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Casual with Chess++.

    Non-Euclidean Chess provides a chess engine with boards and piece movement that push, bend, and sometimes defy reality. Play locally or online vs. other players or AI.

    2021StrategyIndieCasual7.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Chess Cubed

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Chess++ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Chess++.

    Don't give up - Turn things around! Chess Cubed offers the first, true 3D Chess Experience! Play others in a new uncharted world of chess where the books on strategies of old mean nothing. Defeat challengers from all directions and raise your flag in this new world!

    2018SportsStrategyIndie9.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Chesscape Room

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Chess++ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Early Access with Chess++.

    Escape custom chess boards with your king while your opponent hunts you down. Play campaigns, solve puzzles, compete locally or ranked online, and build your own puzzles and campaigns in the editor.

    2026StrategySimulationEarly Access11.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. KINGS QUARTERS

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Chess++ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Casual with Chess++.

    A turn-based strategy board game for 2 or 4 players, with online and local multiplayer. Command soldiers, towers, and kings to outmaneuver your opponent and capture their king or claim their corner.

    2026StrategyIndieCasualSteam ↗
  8. Dice chess

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Chess++ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Casual with Chess++.

    A new-age chess game combined with math. Free to play with your bro offline, your friends or any players online.

    2026StrategyIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Chess++ at current Steam store prices.

  1. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Chess++ on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Chess++.

    This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Peggle Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Chess++ on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Chess++.

    Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun! Aim, shoot, clear the orange pegs, then sit back and cheer as 10 whimsical teachers guide you to Peggle greatness.

    2007Casual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. shapez

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Chess++ on Steam right now. Shares Strategy and Casual with Chess++.

    shapez is an easy-going, minimalistic factory building game about the automation of shapes through extraction and satisfying production lines. Adapt to increasingly complex shapes and grow your factory across an infinitely expanding map. Your only limitation is your creativity!

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Insaniquarium Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Chess++ on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Chess++.

    The craziest aquarium game ever! Tend to your fish, keep them happy and they'll reward you with coins and jewels. Buy tank upgrades or egg parts which hatch different in-tank pets. These pets can help you feed your fish, collect coins, or even protect against the aliens that will invade your tank.

    2006Casual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Montaro

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Chess++ on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Chess++.

    Montaro is a DOGE.

    2016IndieCasual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Bejeweled® 3

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Chess++ on Steam right now. Shares Strategy and Casual with Chess++.

    The biggest, brightest Bejeweled ever! Discover all-new ways to play the world’s #1 puzzle game. Find your perfect match with 8 breathtaking game modes that meet all your moods.

    2010StrategyCasual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Bit Blaster XL

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Chess++ on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Chess++.

    Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!

    2016ActionIndieCasual0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Zuma Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Chess++ on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Chess++.

    Deep in the jungle lie hidden temples bursting with traps and trickery, and it's up to you to uncover their treasures. Fire magical balls from your stone frog idol to make matches of three or more and clear the deadly chain before it reaches the golden skull.

    2006Casual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Landfall Archives

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy with Chess++.

    Break into the Landfall Archives to steal and play previously unreleased games, demos, interactive slide shows, and even an unreleased version of Totally Accurate Battle Simulator from 2017!

    2023ActionStrategyIndieFreeSteam ↗
  2. Jigsaw Puzzle Dreams

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Casual with Chess++.

    Beautiful Multiplayer Jigsaw Puzzle game where you can design the room you play in!

    2021IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Dota Underlords

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and Casual with Chess++.

    Hire a crew and destroy your rivals in this new strategy battler set in the world of Dota. Introducing Season One: Explore White Spire and earn rewards on the Battle Pass. Pick from several different game modes, play on your own or with friends, and take advantage of crossplay on PC and mobile.

    2019StrategyFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. FPS Chess

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and Casual with Chess++.

    Battle a friend in this fast paced 1v1 class-based first-person shooter. Chess takes a back-seat to FPS as you win duel after duel and capture the opponent's pieces until you've beaten their king and won the game.

    2022ActionStrategyFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  5. Cell to Singularity - Evolution Never Ends

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Casual with Chess++.

    The epic story of evolution, technology, humanity, and dinosaurs is yours to tap.

    2021SimulationFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. KARDS - The WW2 Card Game

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and Casual with Chess++.

    KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas.

    2020StrategyIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  7. Darwin Project

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    In Darwin Project, ten inmates must survive the elements, track each other, fight, craft tools, and use their social skills to be the last one standing. It's a unique take on battle royale with a Show Director to influence the match and Spectator Interactions to create a one-of-a-kind game show.

    2020ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  8. GWENT: The Witcher Card Game

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy with Chess++.

    Command mighty Witcher-world heroes in epic online PvP card battles!

    2020StrategyRPGFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Chess++

How much does Chess++ cost?
Chess++ is listed on Steam at 2.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Chess++ have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Chess++ supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Shared/Split Screen PvP, PvP).
What games are most similar to Chess++?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Chess++ are Chess Visualized, RPG Chess, ChessFinity.
Who developed Chess++?
Chess++ was developed by JLogical Games.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Chess++.

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