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Chess Survivors is a grid based, quick-turn, roguelike where you outmaneuver and destroy an ever growing horde of chess based enemies. Combine abilities, upgrades, and relics to create game-breaking builds. Think fast, die, learn, repeat!

2023ActionStrategyIndieRPGCasual4.99 USDWindows · macOS · Linuxby Aarimous
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Frequently asked about Chess Survivors

How much does Chess Survivors cost?
Chess Survivors is listed on Steam at 4.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Chess Survivors?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Chess Survivors are Across The Void, Noobs Want to Live, Rogue: Genesia.
Who developed Chess Survivors?
Chess Survivors was developed by Aarimous.

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