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24 games like Simply Chess (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Simply Chess on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The games like Simply Chess on a map
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The short version
- Closest match: RISK: Global Domination, which both horror, strategy and relaxing.
- Simply Chess is tagged Chess, Board Game, Multiplayer, Strategy, Free to Play, Casual, Indie, Singleplayer by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 9 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
Why players value Simply Chess
The five things Steam players tag Simply Chess with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.
- Chess
- Board Game
- Multiplayer
- Strategy
- Free to Play
| Reception | on Steam (75% of 3,637) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| Price | Not listed |
Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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RISK: Global Domination
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, Board Game and Strategy.
Take over the world in RISK: Global Domination, the iconic strategy board game with 100+ original and classic maps and millions of players
RISK: Global Domination at a glance Released 2020 Studio SMG Studio Player sentiment 79% positive of 41,614 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (79% of 41,614)
Matches Simply Chess on: 4 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Multiplayer, Board Game, Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Free to PlayBoard GameStrategyTurn-Based StrategyTurn-BasedTabletopCasualClassic
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FPS Chess
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Board Game and Strategy.
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.
FPS Chess at a glance Released 2022 Studio Meta Fork Player sentiment 84% positive of 43,953 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (84% of 43,953)
Matches Simply Chess on: 5 of 5 — Chess, Board Game, Multiplayer, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: FPS, PvP, Shooter, Free to Play, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Free to PlayBoard GameStrategyTabletopTurn-Based StrategyChessCasualFamily Friendly
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100% Orange Juice
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Board Game, Strategy and Turn-Based; released around the same time (2014).
100% Orange Juice is a digital multiplayer board game populated by developer Orange Juice's all-star cast. Characters from Flying Red Barrel, QP Shooting, Suguri and Sora come together with all-new characters to duke it out... with dice.
100% Orange Juice at a glance Released 2014 Studio Orange_Juice Player sentiment 91% positive of 30,159 Price $6.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (91% of 30,159)
Matches Simply Chess on: 3 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Strategy
Why players like it: Anime, Board Game, Cute, Multiplayer, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Board GameStrategyTurn-BasedIndieCasualGreat SoundtrackFamily Friendly
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Business Tour - Board Game with Online Multiplayer
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Board Game, Free to Play and Strategy; released around the same time (2017).
Business Tour is a free-to-play multiplayer tabletop game. Build your own monopoly, play with friends, complete daily tasks, and compete against players from around the world. Easy to learn, fun to master, and perfect for quick matches.
Business Tour - Board Game with Online Multiplayer at a glance Released 2017 Studio 8Floor Player sentiment 60% positive of 80,320 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.0/10 · Steam: (60% of 80,320)
Matches Simply Chess on: 4 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Board Game, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Strategy, Casual — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Board GameFree to PlayStrategyCasualIndieFamily FriendlyTabletop
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Friday the 13th: Killer Puzzle
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Horror and Casual; released around the same time (2018).
Help legendary horror icon Jason Voorhees stalk and slay campers across 100+ puzzle levels in a hilariously off kilter puzzle game. Jason will terrorize victims from the campgrounds of Crystal Lake to the highrises of Manhattan, from supermax prisons to space stations... and beyond!
Friday the 13th: Killer Puzzle at a glance Released 2018 Studio Blue Wizard Digital Player sentiment 94% positive of 6,080 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (94% of 6,080)
Matches Simply Chess on: 3 of 5 — Multiplayer, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Puzzle, Horror, Gore, Violent — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Free to PlayHorrorCasualStrategyIndieTurn-Based Strategy
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AdVenture Communist
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Casual and Indie; released around the same time (2016).
The world's greatest communism simulator!
AdVenture Communist at a glance Released 2016 Studio Hyper Hippo Games Player sentiment 64% positive of 4,677 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.7/10 · Steam: (64% of 4,677)
Matches Simply Chess on: 2 of 5 — Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Clicker, Casual, Singleplayer, Early Access — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Free to PlayCasualIndieStrategyFamily FriendlyGreat Soundtrack
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Liar's Bar
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Casual, Indie and Tabletop.
Dive into this multiplayer online experience set in a sketchy bar where the games are as dangerous as the patrons. Join a table of 4 and test your skills in Liar's Dice and Liar's Deck, where lying and bluffing are key to victory. Ready for a night at Liar's Bar?
Liar's Bar at a glance Released 2024 Studio Curve Animation Player sentiment 90% positive of 56,220 Price $6.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (90% of 56,220)
Matches Simply Chess on: 3 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Strategy
Why players like it: Multiplayer, Casual, PvP, Co-op, Online Co-Op — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:CasualIndieTabletopHorrorBoard GameStrategy
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Geometry Dash
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Indie and Family Friendly; released around the same time (2013).
Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer!
Geometry Dash at a glance Released 2013 Studio RobTop Games Player sentiment 93% positive of 637,714 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (93% of 637,714)
Matches Simply Chess on: 1 of 5 — Strategy
Why players like it: Difficult, Music, Level Editor, Great Soundtrack, Precision Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Great SoundtrackIndieFamily FriendlyCasualStrategy
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Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and Turn-Based; released around the same time (2017).
Take on Duelists around the world with "Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links"! Step into a world that crosses dimensions and connects all Duelists. In Duel World, any location transforms into a Duel Field where heated Duels unfold!
Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links at a glance Released 2017 Studio KONAMI Player sentiment 83% positive of 44,952 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (83% of 44,952)
Matches Simply Chess on: 3 of 5 — Multiplayer, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Card Game, Anime, Strategy, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Free to PlayStrategyTurn-BasedCasualGreat Soundtrack
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Art of War: Red Tides
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and Indie; released around the same time (2016).
Art of War: Red Tides is a fair multiplayer strategy game that allows different teams on the same platform (e.g. smartphones, PC, etc.) to battle against each other. You will encounter players around the world!
Art of War: Red Tides at a glance Released 2016 Studio Game Science Player sentiment 79% positive of 6,954 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: (79% of 6,954)
Matches Simply Chess on: 3 of 5 — Multiplayer, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Strategy, Multiplayer, RTS, Early Access — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Free to PlayStrategyIndieCasualHorror
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Talisman: Digital Classic Edition
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Board Game, Tabletop and Strategy; released around the same time (2014).
The complete 4th Edition experience of the classic fantasy adventure board game, Talisman. On your travels, you will need strength, courage and some good dice rolls to survive the dangers you face and beat your opponents to the centre of the board!
Talisman: Digital Classic Edition at a glance Released 2014 Studio Nomad Games Player sentiment 78% positive of 10,010 Price $6.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: (78% of 10,010)
Matches Simply Chess on: 3 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Strategy
Why players like it: Board Game, Tabletop, Strategy, Multiplayer, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Board GameTabletopStrategyIndieTurn-BasedTurn-Based StrategyCasual
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Neighbours from Hell
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Casual, Classic and Strategy.
INTRODUCING THE GAME OF NEIGHBOURHOOD NASTINESS AND COMMUNITY COMMOTION! Living next door to you is a real Neighbour From Hell and it's now time to have your revenge! This compilation includes the original Neighbours From Hell and it's sequel Neighbours from Hell 2: On Vacation.
Neighbours from Hell at a glance Released 2003 Studio JoWooD Entertainment Player sentiment 98% positive of 3,150 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (98% of 3,150)
Matches Simply Chess on: 1 of 5 — Strategy
Why players like it: Comedy, Casual, Classic, Funny, Puzzle — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:CasualClassicStrategyGreat SoundtrackIndie
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ShellShock Live
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, Turn-Based and Casual.
Demolish your friends with hundreds of upgradable weapons shot from your customizable tank in this action-packed online multiplayer tanks game. Earn XP to level up and unlock new tanks, weapons, and gear. Fight against or alongside your friends for strategic team or free-for-all matches.
ShellShock Live at a glance Released 2020 Studio kChamp Games Player sentiment 93% positive of 35,594 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (93% of 35,594)
Matches Simply Chess on: 2 of 5 — Multiplayer, Strategy
Why players like it: Tanks, Multiplayer, Strategy, 2D, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:StrategyTurn-BasedCasualIndieTurn-Based StrategyGreat SoundtrackFamily Friendly
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Bendy and the Dark Revival
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Horror, Indie and Strategy.
Bendy and the Dark Revival® is a first-person survival horror game set in the creepiest cartoon studio to ever exist. Discover the truth. Escape the studio. Above all, fear the Ink Demon…and survive.
Bendy and the Dark Revival at a glance Released 2022 Studio Joey Drew Studios Player sentiment 92% positive of 16,194 Price $5.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (92% of 16,194)
Matches Simply Chess on: 1 of 5 — Strategy
Why players like it: Horror, Action, Singleplayer, First-Person, Survival Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:HorrorIndieStrategyGreat SoundtrackCasual
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FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S: HELP WANTED
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Horror, Casual and Indie; released around the same time (2019).
Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted is a collection of classic and original mini-games set in the Five Nights universe. Experience the horror in flat (non-VR) mode or VR. Oculus Rift and HTC Vive are supported. A VR Headset is NOT required to play.
FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S: HELP WANTED at a glance Released 2019 Studio Steel Wool Studios Player sentiment 96% positive of 13,118 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (96% of 13,118)
Matches Simply Chess on: 1 of 5 — Strategy
Why players like it: Horror, VR, Singleplayer, Robots, Survival Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:HorrorCasualIndieStrategy
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Soda Dungeon
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Casual and Turn-Based; released around the same time (2017).
Pop the top on some legendary action with Soda Dungeon, the fresh and fizzy hit mobile RPG adventure, now available on your desktop! Manage your team as you raid the local dungeons, upgrade your tavern, and attract new party members. Gold, legendary items, and more await you.
Soda Dungeon at a glance Released 2017 Studio AN Productions Player sentiment 94% positive of 6,332 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (94% of 6,332)
Matches Simply Chess on: 3 of 5 — Multiplayer, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, RPG, Pixel Graphics, Casual, 2D — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Free to PlayCasualTurn-BasedStrategyIndieGreat Soundtrack
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Chinese Parents
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Casual, Indie and Strategy; released around the same time (2018).
In this casual sim set in China, you step into the shoes of an average kid from birth towards the end of your high school. Study hard, have fun, make friends and face your ultimate challenge, the “Gaokao”. What will your life be after that? And when you have a child, will you be a Tiger Parent?
Chinese Parents at a glance Released 2018 Studio 墨鱼玩游戏 Player sentiment 91% positive of 27,000 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (91% of 27,000)
Matches Simply Chess on: 1 of 5 — Strategy
Why players like it: Life Sim, Psychological Horror, Memes, Simulation, Casual — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:CasualIndieStrategyHorror
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Faeria
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Strategy, Indie and Board Game; released around the same time (2017).
With its unique living board, Faeria is also the only card game where you can gain all 300 cards in less than 50 hours.
Faeria at a glance Released 2017 Studio Abrakam Entertainment SA Player sentiment 84% positive of 7,213 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (84% of 7,213)
Matches Simply Chess on: 3 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Strategy
Why players like it: Card Game, Strategy, Massively Multiplayer, Multiplayer, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:StrategyIndieBoard GameTurn-BasedTurn-Based StrategyCasual
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Library Of Ruina
Why it matched: both horror and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Strategy, Great Soundtrack and Indie.
"May you find your book in this place." Combat between the guests and the librarians breaks out as if it were on a stage. Defeated guests turn into books, and the Library grows onward. And eventually, get your hands on… The one singular, perfect book.
Library Of Ruina at a glance Released 2021 Studio ProjectMoon Player sentiment 94% positive of 44,826 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (94% of 44,826)
Matches Simply Chess on: 1 of 5 — Strategy
Why players like it: Story Rich, Card Game, Strategy, Difficult, Deckbuilding — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:StrategyGreat SoundtrackIndieTurn-BasedTurn-Based StrategyHorror
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Dota Underlords
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and Casual; released around the same time (2019).
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.
Dota Underlords at a glance Released 2019 Studio Valve Player sentiment 82% positive of 90,947 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (82% of 90,947)
Matches Simply Chess on: 5 of 5 — Chess, Board Game, Multiplayer, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Strategy, Auto Battler, Casual, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Free to PlayStrategyCasualChessTurn-BasedBoard Game
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The Legend of Bum-Bo
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Indie, Strategy and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2019).
A puzzle based deck building rogue-like prequel to The Binding of Isaac... Made of cardboard!
The Legend of Bum-Bo at a glance Released 2019 Studio Edmund McMillen Player sentiment 81% positive of 5,934 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: (81% of 5,934)
Matches Simply Chess on: 1 of 5 — Strategy
Why players like it: Rogue-lite, Indie, Strategy, Adventure, Puzzle — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:IndieStrategyGreat SoundtrackCasualTurn-BasedTurn-Based Strategy
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Real Pool 3D - Poolians
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Free to Play, Casual and Indie; released around the same time (2018).
Real Pool 3D (Poolians) is one of the best online pool games. Play against the computer or real players all over the world! It supports 8 different types of pool games and team play mode.
Real Pool 3D - Poolians at a glance Released 2018 Studio Poolians.com Player sentiment 76% positive of 19,904 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: (76% of 19,904)
Matches Simply Chess on: 3 of 5 — Multiplayer, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Pool, Sports, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Simulation — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Free to PlayCasualIndieStrategy
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The Elder Scrolls: Legends
Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and Board Game; released around the same time (2017).
The Elder Scrolls: Legends™ is an award- winning free-to-play strategy card game based on the world and lore of the Elder Scrolls series. Play for hours or minutes across many game modes that are easy to learn but challenging to master.
The Elder Scrolls: Legends at a glance Released 2017 Studio Sparkypants Studios, LLC Player sentiment 75% positive of 11,074 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: (75% of 11,074)
Matches Simply Chess on: 4 of 5 — Board Game, Multiplayer, Strategy, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Card Game, Trading Card Game, Multiplayer, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:Free to PlayStrategyBoard GameGreat SoundtrackTurn-BasedCasual
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Notes of Soul
Why it matched: both horror, strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Horror, Indie and Strategy; released around the same time (2019).
The gleaning club is an immersive game experience hall, where you can participate in the script arranged according to the story by role playing. Or learn folk knowledge and taste strange culture, or realize the sad but warm past of the protagonist of the story.
Notes of Soul at a glance Released 2019 Studio （Hong Kong）GKD Game Studio Player sentiment 73% positive of 16,709 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: (73% of 16,709)
Matches Simply Chess on: 2 of 5 — Multiplayer, Strategy
Why players like it: Horror, Massively Multiplayer, Sexual Content, Action, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Simply Chess:HorrorIndieStrategyCasual
Common questions
What game is most like Simply Chess?
RISK: Global Domination, on the evidence we have. It both horror, strategy and relaxing. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to Simply Chess" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Simply Chess. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.