Best Gambit Publications Apps & Games

247+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating

20 free apps & games

Updated September 2026

Chess Studio is the household name in gambit publications, but it's far from the only option. We track 247+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Gambit Publications Apps & Games (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Chess Studio	Free	—	No	Yes	Sep 2026
2	Game of War - Fire Age	Free	2.2★ (2.4K)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
3	Gambit - Chess Analysis	Free	—	No	Yes	Aug 2026
4	Divine Throne: Idle RPG	Free	4.7★ (413)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
5	King's Throne	Free	4.4★ (212K)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026
6	War and Magic: Kingdom Reborn	Free	4.3★ (1.8K)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
7	Noblemen: 1896	Free	4.8★ (22K)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026
8	Knights & Dragons - RPG	Free	4.7★ (8K)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Gambit Publications

#1

Chess Studio by Gambit Publications

Editor's Choice

📚 Books

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Read chess books and instantly play through moves on screen. This app allows you to interact with chess e-books, automatically scrolling text and displaying positions on a board. Navigate variations, search content, and customize your reading experience.

#2

Game of War - Fire Age by Machine Zone, Inc

Strong Contender

2.2😞(2.4K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Engage in an ultimate battle for kingdom domination in this addictive action strategy MMO. Build your empire, train vast armies, and form global alliances to conquer enemies and become king. Chat and strategize with millions of players worldwide in real-time.

What We Love

👍 Good game
🚀 Addictive and enjoyable
🤝 Helpful community

Room to Improve

💰 Very expensive to play
🔁 Constant updates make progress obsolete
🐛 Glitches and performance issues
🕰️ Extremely time-consuming
🤖 Poor customer support

#3

Gambit - Chess Analysis by Jack Cornet Paterson

Game Review & Coach

Worth Considering

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Divine Throne: Idle RPG

Divine Throne: Idle RPG

Divine Throne: Idle RPG

Anime Goddess Collection RPG

Collect and upgrade mythical goddesses and powerful beasts to battle in an epic idle RPG. Forge contracts to deepen bonds, unlock stories, and unleash devastating skill chains to reshape a decaying world.

Collect and upgrade goddessesDeepen bonds for exclusive storiesCommand mythic beasts in combat

free with in-app purchases

Enjoy the Royal Delights

Experience medieval royal life as a king in this empire simulation MMORPG. Manage your kingdom, recruit heroes, raise a dynasty, and engage in epic wars and romance. Conquer servers and forge alliances.

Rule the KingdomRecruit KnightsRaise a Dynasty

free with in-app purchases

War and Magic: Kingdom Reborn

War and Magic: Kingdom Reborn

War and Magic: Kingdom Reborn

Glory & Empire!

This free wargame blends real-time and turn-based tactical gameplay with a unique chessboard combat system. Manage your city, recruit heroes, and lead troops in strategic battles to conquer kingdoms and forge alliances.

Real-time and turn-based tactical gameplayChessboard battle systemCity management and resource collection

free with in-app purchases

Alternate reality warfare

Engage in intense shooter combat in an alternate reality 1896. Lead your armies to victory with unique weapons, vehicles, and strategic planning. Play offline or in multiplayer survival modes.

Unique alternate reality 1896 settingOffline play supportedIntense cover-based shooter combat

free with in-app purchases

Knights & Dragons - RPG

Knights & Dragons - RPG

Knights & Dragons - RPG

Fantasy Role Playing Game

Embark on an epic fantasy adventure battling mythical monsters and the Dark Prince's forces. Assemble a team of heroes, recruit online players, and collect powerful pets to aid you in fast-paced combat. Loot treasures to craft mighty weapons and armor in this action-packed RPG.

Action role-playing combatBuild and train a team of heroesCollect and upgrade heroic pets

free with in-app purchases

Enjoy the future of creativity

Discover, support, and manage tabletop gaming campaigns. Stay updated on projects you care about with real-time notifications and seamless crowdfunding. Explore new games, manage your pledges, and connect with the community.

Discover new tabletop projectsManage pledge statusesReceive project updates and notifications

🛍️ Shopping

Roguelike Tactics CCG

Engage in tactical turn-based combat and deck-building strategy in a tabletop-inspired world. Command units, cast spells, and outwit opponents with creative combos and strategic positioning. Explore diverse biomes, collect cards, and build the perfect deck to become a legend.

Turn-based tactical combatDeck building strategyTop-down battlefield control

free with in-app purchases

by RiftSky Games

Embark on an epic quest to defend the kingdom from dark forces. Collect and evolve a diverse band of heroes, utilizing luck and strategy to overcome endless waves of monsters. Explore enchanted lands and uncover hidden hero bonds to unleash devastating ultimate skills.

Collect diverse heroesEvolve heroes into stronger formsFace endless monster waves

free with in-app purchases

Slay the Titan : Deckbuild RPG

Slay the Titan : Deckbuild RPG

Slay the Titan : Deckbuild RPG

by Dreamplay Games Inc.

Explore dungeons and battle powerful Titans by collecting character cards and building unique decks. Engage in strategic single-player adventures or test your skills against other players in multiplayer card battles. Discover synergies and master the art of deck construction to achieve victory.

Deck building with skill cardsDungeon crawl adventuresSingleplayer campaign against Titans

free with in-app purchases

Castle Clash: World Ruler

Castle Clash: World Ruler

Castle Clash: World Ruler

Online Battle Game Heroes

Engage in epic battles and strategic empire building in this classic online strategy game. Command heroes, summon spells, and compete with guilds to conquer territories and dominate the world. Features include base development, hero customization, and various PvP and co-op modes.

Non-linear base developmentHero Skins and customizationArena PvP battles

free with in-app purchases

Merge and defense your base

Engage in a strategic tower defense experience where you merge and upgrade hero cards to build powerful combinations. Defend your stronghold against an invading army through various game modes, including campaign, PvP battles, and dungeons.

Merge and upgrade hero cardsStrategic tower defense gameplayCampaign mode with daily missions

free with in-app purchases

Strategy Legion: No Wifi Games

Strategy Legion: No Wifi Games

Strategy Legion: No Wifi Games

Turn based RPG, offline games

Engage in a turn-based strategy RPG with deep tactical combat and hero recruitment. Explore over 400 levels, collect and upgrade heroes, and conquer the continent in this offline adventure.

Turn-based strategy RPGRecruit all enemiesOver 400 levels

free with in-app purchases

Legendary: Game of Heroes

Legendary: Game of Heroes

Legendary: Game of Heroes

Dark Fantasy Puzzle Card Game

Engage in strategic match-3 battles with a vast collection of fantasy hero cards. Assemble powerful decks, join guilds, and compete in weekly events to conquer mythical enemies and unlock new heroes. Experience a dark fantasy world with stunning graphics.

Match-3 battlesHero card collectionDeck building

free with in-app purchases

Covenant: The Last Flame

Covenant: The Last Flame

Covenant: The Last Flame

Idle RPG of factions and war

Choose your allegiance in a dark fantasy world threatened by the undead. Recruit diverse heroes, form strategic squads, and engage in epic faction warfare. Your choices will shape the land's destiny.

Alliance or Horde choiceStrategic hero recruitmentTactical battles with formations

free with in-app purchases

Solitaire ~ Classic Card Games

Solitaire ~ Classic Card Games

Solitaire ~ Classic Card Games

Forty Thieves,Pyramid,Freecell

Discover a vast collection of classic solitaire card games, offering over 50 variations in one convenient app. Enjoy customizable card decks and backgrounds with minimal advertising, including special ad-free gameplay for certain modes.

Over 50 solitaire game variationsCustomizable card decks and backgroundsHigh scores and statistics tracking

free with in-app purchases

Tabletop Battles

Tabletop Battles

Tabletop Battles

Warhammer game scorekeeping

Easily track scores, objectives, and command points for various Warhammer games. Supports numerous mission packs and allows for saving game results for later reference. Features include smart scoring, deployment map viewing, and optional mission randomization.

Track objectives and scoringManage Command Points (CP)Supports multiple Warhammer games

📊 Productivity

StormBorn: War of Legends

StormBorn: War of Legends

StormBorn: War of Legends

by Kings Head Games, LLC

Lead an army of unique heroes in this action-strategy RPG. Assemble your force, customize heroes, and battle players worldwide. Build your base, unravel a deep storyline, and form alliances to conquer.

Epic combat system60+ unique heroes to summonBattle other players globally

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Gambit Publications

Are there free gambit publications apps & games for iPhone?

Yes — 20 of the top gambit publications apps & games we rank are free to download, including Chess Studio and Game of War - Fire Age.

Does Chess Studio have ads or in-app purchases?

Chess Studio has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many gambit publications apps & games are on the App Store?

We track 247+ gambit publications apps & games on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What is Chess Studio?

Chess Studio is an app that lets you read chess e-books and play through the moves directly on an interactive board. It's designed for chess players by chess players, with input from Grandmaster John Nunn.

How much does Chess Studio cost?

The Chess Studio app itself is free to download. You can then purchase individual chess e-books from the Gambit library within the app.