Minimol Games, in collaboration with SMG Studio, is thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of Chessarama on PC and Xbox platforms on 5 December. This innovative anthology of chess-inspired puzzle games offers a fresh take on the classic board game, challenging both seasoned chess enthusiasts and newcomers to think like true chess masters.

Chessarama presents a diverse collection of single-player games, each reimagining the traditional chess pieces and their moves with unique goals and themes. Dive into the world of chess with eight variations, quickly grasp the rules, embark on captivating campaigns, unlock collectables, and climb the leaderboards in thrilling competition. The game promises endless replayability and welcomes you to the exciting realm of Chessarama!

Every Chessarama game boasts its own distinctive theme, rules, and handcrafted levels. In Dragon Slayer, manoeuvre a pawn to confront a formidable dragon at the board’s end, all while dodging the dragon’s attacks. In Lady Ronin, set in feudal Japan, the chess Queen must clear the board of pieces to approach and assassinate the Shogun. Meanwhile, in Soccer Chess, strategically position your pieces to score goals. Explore these and more original chess-inspired puzzle games in Chessarama!

Raphael Dias, CEO and Game Director at Minimol Games expresses, “Chessarama is a chess player’s dream come true, offering creative challenges that will put your chess skills to the test.” Whether you’re a casual player or a dedicated chess fanatic, the game caters to all skill levels, gradually increasing difficulty while ensuring a fun and engaging experience.

Ashley Ringrose, Studio Head at SMG Studio, adds, “Chessarama cleverly makes you rewire your brain, taking everything you know about how chess pieces move, then applying it to an all-new ruleset with a wide variety of challenges.” Embrace the opportunity to rethink your approach to chess and discover a whole new dimension of strategic gaming.

Key Features

• Play 8 exclusive chess-inspired games.
• Engage in puzzle campaigns with 100+ levels and 100+ unique challenges.
• Unlock and collect 24 exclusive Chess Figures.
• Enjoy a unique art style with beautiful dioramas.
• Take on daily and weekly challenges, and compete on the leaderboards.
• Learn chess movements, tactics, and strategies through a modern video game experience.
• Includes “Classic Chess” to practice your newfound skills.

Additionally, Minimol has unveiled more updates in its Dev Diary series, Checkmate Chronicles, offering insights into the creative and artistic decisions behind Chessarama’s design. Explore topics like the revamping of diorama colours in Dragon Slayers, the redesign of Chessarama’s UI, and the aesthetic details shaping the moody tone of feudal Japan in Lady Ronin.

Chessarama has also joined forces with Chess.com, becoming an official sponsor of the prestigious Champions Chess Tour for the remainder of the 2023 season. Don’t miss out on this groundbreaking fusion of chess and puzzle gaming!