StrategyFit check
Is Samurai Chess worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Chess players who want samurai-themed presentation
- Local pairs seeking a two-player chess game
- Solo players who want computer opponents with three difficulty levels
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking strategy beyond the established rules and structure of chess
- Players wanting varied action or fast-changing match mechanics rather than turn-based repetition
- Players looking for online multiplayer instead of local play
- Players uninterested in unlocking visual scenarios and piece designs
Our take on Samurai Chess
Rather than changing chess rules into a broader strategy system, the game keeps the familiar board-game structure and shifts its presentation toward samurai warriors, unlockable scenarios, armored piece designs, and an original soundtrack.
What is Samurai Chess?
Samurai Chess presents traditional chess with samurai-themed warriors, scenarios, and piece designs.
Players can compete locally with friends or play against the computer across three difficulty levels. Up to 12 scenarios can be unlocked, along with two additional chess pieces featuring more detailed armor and designs. The game also includes an original soundtrack. Its structure remains based on chess, while progression adds unlockable visual content and settings around the matches.
How Samurai Chess plays
- 01Computer Opponents
- Three selectable difficulty levels are available for matches against the computer.
- 02Local Multiplayer
- Two people can play against each other on the same local setup.
- 03Unlockable Scenarios
- Players can open up to 12 additional settings for chess matches.
- 04Additional Chess Pieces
- Two extra piece designs can be unlocked, including more elaborate armor.
- 05Original Soundtrack
- Matches are accompanied by music composed for the game.
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Samurai Chess: platforms & release
Is Samurai Chess worth it?
It is worth it if: chess players who want samurai-themed presentation. Skip it if: players seeking strategy beyond the established rules and structure of chess.
Where can I download Samurai Chess?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Samurai Chess's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Samurai Chess on?
Windows only.
