Chessarama: A Stylish Chess-Inspired Puzzler Review – Can it Conjure Up a Checkmate?
Chessarama: A Stylish Chess-Inspired Puzzler Review
Chess has been a timeless game that has been adapted into various video game forms over the years. However, Chessarama takes a unique approach by turning the individual piece rules of chess into a charming board puzzler. In this review, we take a closer look at Chessarama and see if it can conjure up a checkmate.
The game is split into four main campaigns, each with its own quirky setting and challenges. From farmyard-based puzzles to football-themed boards, Chessarama tests your mental plotting and knowledge of chess piece rules in a fun and engaging way. As you progress through the campaigns, new pieces, rules, and challenges are introduced, providing a satisfying gradient of puzzle difficulty.
Completing levels and achieving challenge requirements rewards XP, unlocking new mini-games to try out. These mini-games offer addictive diversions based on the main campaign modes, adding an extra layer of entertainment to the game. Additionally, players can go head-to-head online in a classic game of chess, adding a competitive element to the experience.
Visually, Chessarama is styled like a series of dioramas, with charming graphics and well-detailed pieces that add to the overall aesthetic appeal of the game. While there were some minor technical hiccups during gameplay, the overall experience was smooth and enjoyable.
Overall, Chessarama successfully converts the tactical and strategic appeal of chess into a charming and brain-teasing puzzler. While it may have some difficulty scaling issues and technical glitches, the game offers a delightful way to spend an afternoon for both chess novices and enthusiasts alike. Chessarama may not be the greatest puzzler or chess game ever made, but it certainly offers a unique and creative spin on the timeless game of chess.
Chessarama is available now on PC and Xbox One, offering players a fresh take on the classic game of chess. Whether you’re a grandmaster or a newcomer to the game, Chessarama has something to offer for everyone.