# Hidden Chess: Shadow Chess — Hidden Pieces, Pure Strategy

> Hidden Pieces, Pure Strategy (iPhone/iPad app by Apollo Software Pte Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-chess-shadow-chess/id6780352762 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Apollo Software Pte Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1171694801)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Casual, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 207 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-chess-shadow-chess/id6780352762/reviews.md

## What is Hidden Chess?

Hidden Chess: Shadow Chess reinvents traditional chess with a unique hidden-piece system that turns every match into a battle of strategy, memory, and deduction.

Unlike classic chess, most pieces begin the game hidden. Their identities remain unknown until they make their first move. Combined with randomized starting positions, every match becomes an unpredictable challenge where adaptation matters more than memorized openings.

A New Chess Experience

Traditional chess rewards preparation and opening knowledge. Hidden Chess rewards creativity, observation, and strategic thinking.

Key Rules:

• Most pieces start hidden
• Pieces reveal themselves after moving
• Randomized starting arrangements
• Standard chess movement and capture rules
• Every game offers a unique challenge

Think Ahead, Adapt Faster

Every move contains uncertainty. Is that hidden piece a powerful attacker or a harmless decoy? Should you take the risk or play safely?

Success requires:

• Strategic planning
• Memory and observation
• Tactical decision-making
• Reading your opponent
• Adapting to unexpected situations

Game Features

• Innovative hidden-piece chess gameplay
• Play against AI opponents
• Challenge real players
• Fast and smooth controls
• Clean and modern interface
• Endless strategic possibilities

Perfect For

• Chess players seeking a fresh challenge
• Fans of strategy and board games
• Players who enjoy deduction and mind games
• Anyone looking for a new chess experience

Every piece hides a secret.
Every move changes the board.
Can you master the shadows?

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coin3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coin2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Coin4 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Coin5 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Coin6 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Coin7 | $29.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2.5 — 2026-08-22

Improve game

### 1.2.0 — 2026-07-07

- Fix bugs.
- Improve performance.

### 1.0.0 — 2026-06-25

No release notes.

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