Chess Meets Necromancy
Chess roguelike, raise an army
About
Experience a unique turn-based roguelike on a chessboard where you capture enemies to raise them as your own army. Strategize through waves, collect relics, and upgrade your forces to defeat powerful bosses. Offers deep replayability with distinct heroes and persistent traits.
What's New in Chess Meets Necromancy
1.8.1
October 31, 2026
Clearer screens, fewer taps. - Tap a relic to take it. Upgrades now show exactly what changes, like 10% → 16%, and every relic shows its max level. - Summons you can't afford show their price in red, and the battle HUD no longer gets covered by text. - The tavern lists heroes you can hire first and tells you how much gold you still need. - A tidier skill tree: locked skills just show what they require. - Fixed Bone Sower's description at higher levels.
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FAQ
How does Chess Meets Necromancy differ from traditional chess?
Chess Meets Necromancy uses real chess movement but adds roguelike progression. Instead of checkmating a king, you survive waves of enemies, capture them, and raise them as your own undead army. Each run features different relics and traits, offering unique challenges.
Can I play Chess Meets Necromancy offline?
Yes, Chess Meets Necromancy plays entirely offline and does not require an account, making it convenient for on-the-go play without an internet connection.
What are the different heroes in Chess Meets Necromancy?
There are four heroes: Necromancer, Death Knight, Priestess, and Ranger. Each hero has a unique movement, starting setup, and a special relic that can only be found by them during a run.
How does the army-raising mechanic work in Chess Meets Necromancy?
You can spend souls next to your hero to raise captured enemies as Skeletons, Bone Knights, Wraiths, Bone Golems, and Seraphs. These summoned units move as chess pieces and can be given stances like Hunt, Hold, or Guard to influence their actions each turn.
Does Chess Meets Necromancy have ads?
No, Chess Meets Necromancy is ad-free. The game also does not feature timers or an energy system, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay.
What kind of content can I expect in the town between waves?
Between waves, you can spend gold earned in the game to buy persistent traits that improve your future runs, promote your King into a Warlord, hire a new champion, or invest gold in a bank to earn interest.
Is Chess Meets Necromancy suitable for younger players?
The game has an age rating of 12+ and features pixel art with haptics. While it uses chess mechanics, the roguelike and undead army themes might be more appealing to older teens and adults.
How often is Chess Meets Necromancy updated?
The latest version is 1.8.1, with the last update on October 31, 2026. This indicates a history of regular updates and ongoing development for the game.
