Board game, Chex

Chex


  A board game by David L. Smith

 2 Players   20 minutes   Medium 

  Grid Movement, Tile Placement, Pieces as Map

  Abstract Strategy

  View onBoardGameGeek

Friends and Communities with Chex

ᕙ( • ‿ • )ᕗ

Find friends and places with this board game.
Create a free account to explore.

Description

Chex is a unique and engaging board game that puts a twist on traditional chess. Designed by David L. Smith and first published in 1982, this abstract strategy game is perfect for two players looking for a fun and challenging experience. The game consists of 32 pieces, representing the 16 chess pieces on each side, which are shuffled and placed face down at the start of the game. Players take turns drawing and placing their pieces, with the goal of checkmating their opponent or creating a stalemate. As players place their pieces, they must ensure that all elements of the board remain connected, either orthogonally or diagonally. This adds a new level of strategy to the game, as players can use tile placement to "pin" their opponent's pieces and limit their movement. With a playtime of just 20 minutes, Chex is a quick and exciting game that's easy to learn, even for those familiar with traditional chess. The normal complexity of the game rules makes it accessible to board game enthusiasts, and the grid movement and tile placement mechanics add a fresh spin to the classic strategy game. Whether you're a fan of chess or just looking for a new challenge, Chex is a great option for a fun and engaging gaming experience.

Similar Board Games

LYNGK
LYNGK

  2 Players

 30-60 minutes

 Medium 

Gods Love Dinosaurs
Gods Love Dinosaurs

  2-5 / 2-4 Players

 30-45 minutes

 Low 

Hive Pocket
Hive Pocket

  2 Players

 20 minutes

 Low 

The Duke
The Duke

  2 Players

 30 minutes

 Low 

Vast: The Crystal Caverns
Vast

The Crystal Caverns

  1-5 / 2-5 Players

 75-150 minutes

 High 

Hive
Hive

  2 Players

 20 minutes

 Low 

The Night Cage
The Night Cage

  1-5 Players

 40-60 minutes

 Low 

The Rose King
The Rose King

  2 Players

 30 minutes

 Low 

Torres
Torres

  2-4 Players

 60 minutes

 Medium 

Monkey Palace
Monkey Palace

  2-4 Players

 45 minutes

 Low