75% | Mostly Positive
75% of the 476 user reviews on Steam are positive.
"Wulin Chess" is an enthralling turn-based strategy game seamlessly blending a captivating plot with engaging gameplay. Craft diverse strategies to emerge victorious in the realms of dark arts and intricate storylines. Every move you make will cast unforeseen ripples across the chessboard and the world beyond. In this unfolding narrative, the stage is set for your strategic prowess – the encounter awaits your mastery!
The game exudes a Chinese dark martial arts style, distinct from traditional martial arts genres. Robust, tough, and carrying an air of solemnity, it encapsulates the essence of the game's interpretation of the martial world. Immerse yourself in the ultimate ink painting style, conveying an ancient yet pristine atmosphere.
In the storyline, gather characters (chess pieces) embodying unique martial hero traits, and flexibly assemble your exclusive lineup. Each hero possesses distinctive movement, attack, and skill attributes. Elevate their cultivation levels, choose powerful equipment and items strategically to enhance each character's formidable combat capabilities.
In contrast to conventional strategy games, combat in Wulin Chess unfolds at a brisk pace with an elevated strategic complexity. Swiftly confront enemies, challenging your resource management skills for a victorious outcome. Within battles, a unique "position-based attack effect" mechanic has been introduced. Back attacks, side assaults, and pressure formations can inflict increased damage along with special movement effects.
Building upon the traditional chessboard mechanics, the game incorporates various terrain elements, introducing obstacles, collisions, rewards, and traps, thereby escalating the difficulty of each battle. Alternatively, with a strategic approach, these elements might serve as unconventional tactics for you to defeat your opponents.
The plot and gameplay seamlessly intertwine, as you navigate these characters through each encounter. Along the way, you'll enlist new allies, confront formidable adversaries, and crucial plot twists will profoundly impact the game, putting your skills to the test on the battlefield.
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.