u/HickoDev

Hey everyone!

I’m an indie developer, and I’ve just released the beta of Chess: The Update.

It keeps the core simplicity of chess, but lets you build your own deck, choose different pieces, and use their unique abilities during matches.

I’m mainly looking for feedback on:

• Whether the rules and abilities are easy to understand
• Piece balance
• Bugs or technical issues
• User interface and overall game feel
• Whether the matches are actually fun and strategically interesting

🎮 Play here: https://hickodev.itch.io/chess-the-update

Any honest feedback would be greatly appreciated, even if you only play one match. Please let me know what you liked, what felt confusing, and what you think should be improved.

Also, what new piece would you add to chess?

Game Title: Chess: The Update

Playable Link: https://hickodev.itch.io/chess-the-update

Platform: Windows PC

Description:
After 1,500 years, chess is finally getting an update!

Chess: The Update is a turn-based strategy game that combines the familiar rules and tactical depth of chess with deck building and unique playable pieces. Before each match, you build your own deck, choose which pieces to bring, and create a strategy around their different movement patterns and special abilities.

During the match, every decision matters. You can move a piece, activate an ability, capture enemy pieces, and find new combinations to outplay your opponent. The goal is to keep the game simple and readable like traditional chess while introducing more variety, customization, and unexpected strategies.

The beta is now available, and I would really appreciate it if you could play the game and share your honest feedback.

YouTube trailer: https://youtu.be/uv-ZE2fg8Vg
Discord:  [DISCORD LINK]

What new piece would you add to chess?

Free to Play Status:

[x] Free to play

[ ] Demo/Key available

[ ] Paid

Involvement:
I am the indie developer behind Chess: The Update. I designed and developed the game, including its core gameplay systems, pieces, abilities, deck-building mechanics, user interface, visuals, and overall game direction.

Hey guys!

I’m an indie developer, and I’ve been working on Chess: The Update for quite a while.

After 1,500 years, chess is finally getting an update !!!

Build your deck, choose new pieces, master their abilities, and outplay your opponent.

I’d really appreciate it if you could take some time to test the game and share your honest feedback.

🎮 Play: [GAME LINK]
💬 Discord: [DISCORD LINK]

▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uv-ZE2fg8Vg

What piece would you add to chess?

Hey everyone! I’m working on a deck-building chess game with original pieces and unique abilities. It will include AI opponents, local multiplayer, online multiplayer, and a Clash Royale-style emote system.

The beta is coming soon,

I’ll also be sharing further updates on Discord and YouTube, including the trailer, devlogs, and beta news.