Free Chess Games on Steam
Steam currently has 315 Chess games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Chess game rankings were last updated on 11/26/2025.
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1. Auto Chess
Original Auto Chess
Auto Chess holds the #1 spot for "best free Chess game on Steam" with a Player Score of 64. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 890 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 590 positive reviews and 300 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Auto Chess on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/7/2022 |
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| Steam App Id | 1530300 |
2. FPS Chess
Battle a friend in this fast paced 1v1 class-based first-person shooter. Chess takes a back-seat to FPS as you win duel after duel and capture the opponent's pieces until you've beaten their king and won the game.
FPS Chess has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Chess games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 39,860 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,510 positive reviews and 6,350 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run FPS Chess on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/16/2022 |
| Developer | Meta Fork |
| Publisher | DigiPen Institute of Technology |
| Steam App Id | 2021910 |
3. Chess Evolved Online
secretly the most overpowered game in existence
Chess Evolved Online has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Chess games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 754 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 690 positive reviews and 64 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Chess Evolved Online on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 2/22/2021 |
| Developer | TheGrandestine |
| Publisher | TheGrandestine |
| Steam App Id | 1064340 |
4. Prismata
A perfect-information strategy game inspired by RTS, deckbuilders, and board games. Choose from three distinct technology classes and outwit your foes by snowballing your starting resources into a powerful cybernetic army. ABSOLUTELY NO PAY-TO-WIN.
Prismata has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Chess games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,193 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 972 positive reviews and 221 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Prismata on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/8/2018 |
| Developer | Lunarch Studios |
| Publisher | Lunarch Studios |
| Steam App Id | 490220 |
5. League of Masters: Auto Chess
League of Masters is a new take on the Auto Chess genre. Our game is a dynamic PvP experience with a deep progression system. Challenge friends and foes in an epic battle of wits that will determine who the true strategist is.
League of Masters: Auto Chess has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Chess games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 200 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 144 positive reviews and 56 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play League of Masters: Auto Chess on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/5/2024 |
| Developer | Games of Masters |
| Publisher | Games of Masters |
| Steam App Id | 2808830 |
6. Chess Ultimate
Chess just got an upgrade! Chess Ultimate, where precision strategy meets colorful chaos. Build your team from a roster of unique, quirky characters to defend your King while plotting your opponent’s downfall. Easy to pick up, endlessly fun to master, and a fresh take on the classic game of wits.
Chess Ultimate has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Chess games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 198 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 171 positive reviews and 27 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 10/7/2024 |
| Developer | Jesse Lugassy |
| Publisher | Jesse Lugassy |
| Steam App Id | 2580000 |
7. Free Chess
Free Chess is a free physics based chess simulator where you are free to play the game of chess with the freedom of however you like.
Free Chess has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Chess games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 100 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 79 positive reviews and 21 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Free Chess on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/9/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2672290 |
8. The Chess
The ChessThemed Chess offers a relaxing, minimalist chess experience with multiple boards, piece sets, AI opponents, and multiplayer. Play in 3D or 2D, learn the game’s history, and explore RPG-themed DLC. Free to Play – Download now and enjoy endless strategy!
The Chess has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Chess games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59 positive reviews and 10 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 6/26/2025 |
| Developer | NowakGames |
| Publisher | NowakGames |
| Steam App Id | 3158990 |
9. Catgirl Chess
The sequel to Chess we've all been waiting for! Yes, that's right, 3D chess with Catgirls! Play online with a friend today! A highly refined game for the delight of your intellectual capacity.
Catgirl Chess has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Chess games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22 positive reviews and 3 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 10/11/2024 |
| Developer | Snazzy Games |
| Publisher | Snazzy Games |
| Steam App Id | 3185070 |
10. Everranger
This is a moderately challenging single-player 2D puzzle game with approximately 100 levels. You control your piece to evade or capture other pieces, ultimately reaching the target point. Different pieces follow distinct movement logic. You must deduce these patterns through exploration.
Everranger has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Chess games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "6 user reviews" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 9/7/2025 |
| Developer | Hainan Junqian Network Technology Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | Hainan Junqian Network Technology Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 3752870 |
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| 205 | 12/7/2022 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 110 | 7/16/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10 | 2/22/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 3/8/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 11/5/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 10/7/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 5/9/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 6/26/2025 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 10/11/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 9/7/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/4/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/26/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/21/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/17/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/20/2018 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/25/2017 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 6/9/2023 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/15/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 2/23/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/11/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). Auto Chess on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 16). FPS Chess on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 22). Chess Evolved Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 8). Prismata on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 24). League of Masters: Auto Chess on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 9). Chess Ultimate on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 14). Free Chess on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 9). The Chess on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 16). Catgirl Chess on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 6). Everranger on Steam. Steam Store.