3D Chess

About

3D Chess is a turn-based strategy game that reimagines the classic board game in three dimensions. Played on a mouse-controlled grid, it adds vertical layers to traditional chess, letting pieces move up and down between boards. You can play solo against eleven AI opponents with varying difficulty or challenge a friend locally. The game includes five themed sets, like Egyptian and medieval, plus a skinnable interface to tweak visuals. Blitz Mode speeds up matches while three tutorials help newcomers learn the 3D ruleset. The game’s standout is its layered approach to strategy, which adds complexity without feeling overwhelming. Community feedback notes the AI adapts well to player skill, and the optional guides help balance difficulty. Though it originally shipped as part of eGames compilations with trimmed features, the full version remains a niche pick for chess fans looking to expand their thinking beyond the standard board.