Chessillo: Roguelike Strategy Meets Chess with Unique Piece Abilities

9/7/2026, 7:20:06 AM

Release date: 6/23/2026

Tags: #strategy #board-game #turn-based-tactics #singleplayer #roguelike #pixel-graphics #roguelite #2d

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Score: 100%3 user reviews
Review Count: 3 reviews
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¥ 780 (JPY)

Steam JP

$5.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 780
Global Price: $5.99
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Key highlight

Chessillo is a unique roguelike strategy game that blends traditional chess movement with reimagined piece abilities and army-building mechanics. Recruit and customize your forces to achieve victory through multiple win

Who this is for

Recommended for players familiar with chess basics and those drawn to the strategic depth of roguelikes. Check it out if you're seeking a fresh strategic experience that breaks genre conventions.

Details

Overview

Chessillo reinvents the classic game of chess by blending its strategic depth with the unpredictable nature of a roguelike army-builder. Developed by DRV, this unique title challenges players to think beyond traditional chess moves, offering a fresh take on turn-based tactics. The game features pixel graphics and a single-player experience, inviting players into a world where familiar chess pieces gain extraordinary abilities.

Highlights

Innovative Chess Mechanics: Pieces move like in standard chess, but their abilities are wildly reimagined. Pawns can return from the dead, kings can adopt other pieces' movement patterns, and rooks can traverse the board via portals.
Roguelike Army Building: Recruit new pieces and equip them with unique abilities drawn from different factions, creating diverse and powerful armies.
Multiple Victory Conditions: Success isn't limited to checkmate. Players can win through Regicide (capturing the enemy king), Elimination (defeating all enemy pieces), or by achieving other strategic objectives.

Who It's For

Chessillo is designed for players who enjoy strategic board games and the replayability of roguelike titles. Fans of chess looking for a novel challenge, or strategy enthusiasts seeking a fresh turn-based experience with a unique twist, will find much to love here. The pixel art style also appeals to those who appreciate retro aesthetics.