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Waves of Chess

93% positive of 16 Steam reviews

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Released
2026
Steam Deck
Not tested
Platforms
Steam

Made by Amusing Noodle Games.

About the game

A roguelike chess game where players see how far one set of pieces will take them. A short, run based game that respects the classic, but with a few fun twists. Compete against friends and the world on the leaderboards, how far will you go?

Tagged by players

  • Chess
  • Board Game
  • Roguelike
  • Turn-Based Tactics
  • Strategy
  • Isometric
  • Old School
  • Space
  • Pixel Graphics

What players say

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What players say

  • Recommended
    I was a beta tester This game puts a fun spin on classic chess that keeps enough of the "classic chess feel" such that anyone somewhat familiar with normal chess rules can pick up on the differences pretty quick while also changing enough that it feels like a new experience. Gameplay - 9/10 - the roguelike elements give added depth to a game that's "depths" have already been fully explored. It feels both fresh and…

    3.3 h played when written. 2 found it helpful.

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  • Recommended
    Very fun game, it has you thinking in unique ways at later waves when the CPU starts replacing their pawns with stronger pieces.

    7.4 h played when written. 2 found it helpful.

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  • Not recommended
    The diagonal view of the chessboard is unpleasant when you are used to real chess. I was hoping I would have the option to set the chessboard straight, but it doesn’t seem to be possible.

    5 min played when written. 3 found it helpful.

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