Exodus Checkmate

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Exodus Checkmate turns a monster-infested school into a living chessboard. As the king, you navigate first-person dungeon crawl levels where each room is a tactical puzzle. Battle creatures by arranging allies and enemies into checkmate scenarios while managing a visual novel-style story. Dialogue choices and repeated interactions with classmates raise bond levels, unlocking new abilities and shifting narrative paths. The game’s chess mechanics stand out, every fight requires strategic placement rather than combat buttons. With 40+ hours of playtime reported by early access testers, relationship systems add depth to the procedurally generated maps. NinjaDaLua’s June 2024 release leans into niche RPG charm, blending puzzle logic with dating sim warmth.