Single-player games like Just Chess
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Just Chess, ranked by player overlap. Every pick carries Steam's Single-player category, so multiplayer-only titles or always-online games don't sneak in. imho.run pulls the category data from Steam directly — Single-player here matches what the store labels.
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Ranked picks
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Lazy Chess
Single-player alternative to Just Chess — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Just Chess.
Lazy Chess is a new non-profit chess game that narrows your choices down to the best 2 possible moves per turn. The moves provided can always win the game, but how strong are your decisions? Fewer moves. More fun.
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Chess!
Single-player alternative to Just Chess — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Casual with Just Chess.
Chess! is an immersive chess game seamlessly integrated with the popular online platform, Lichess. Players can challenge advanced AI, compete against millions of other players in ranked matchmaking, delve into offline chess puzzles, and much more!
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ChessCraft
Single-player alternative to Just Chess — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Casual with Just Chess.
Never play the same game of chess again! ChessCraft is a chess AI sandbox. Create your own chess boards, rules, and pieces. Play against the computer or your friends online, or win loot by playing one of 80 built-in chess boards in adventure mode.
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The Chess Variants Club
Single-player alternative to Just Chess — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Just Chess.
Play and discover 12 popular chess variants, improve your chess skills with hundreds of chess puzzles, or simply play regular chess with your friends - all in one package. This diverse collection includes several chess games and puzzles. All in a minimalist, beautifully designed virtual chess club.
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Point Salad - The Board Game
Single-player alternative to Just Chess — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Just Chess.
Turn your kitchen into a playground with Point Salad - the delightful digital take on a fast-paced, card-drafting, family board game! Craft the ultimate salad by snagging carrots, tomatoes, lettuce, onions, cabbages, or peppers, and customize it to perfection based on unique recipe requirements.
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3D Chess
Single-player alternative to Just Chess — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Casual with Just Chess.
A unique chess trip with exciting instant duels awaits you - test your mettle on the chessboard. Checkmate your opponent with only a few moves and solve challenging chess puzzles in amazing 3D worlds.
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Chess Infinity
Single-player alternative to Just Chess — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Just Chess.
Whether you're new to chess or a seasoned master, welcome to Chess Infinity—the art of timeless strategy. Immerse yourself in serene environments, sharpen your skills with an adaptive AI mentor, and connect with players worldwide. Embrace endless challenges that transcend eras and borders.
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Egyptian Senet
Single-player alternative to Just Chess — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Just Chess.
The Mysterious Afterlife Journey And The Favorite Pastime Of The Pharaoh Tutankhamun. Don't Miss The Opportunity To Play The World's Oldest Board Game From Ancient Egypt.