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Steam digital code card for Check vs Mate strategy game

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TOPWARE Check vs Mate downloadable game

SKU CH-32RJ-6CWY5

A downloadable strategy game for PC with 30 missions, third-person combat, and the Fritz chess engine across 10 difficulty levels

  • Product nameCheck vs Mate
  • Published byTopware Interactive
  • Developed byTargem Games
  • Supported platformPC
  • Game genreStrategy
  • Packaging typeDownload
  • Two strategy campaigns with 30 varied missions
  • 10 difficulty levels using the Fritz chess algorithm
  • Third-person action and beat'em up fights in six environments
  • Cinematic animated sequences draw you into the battles
  • Multiplayer duels over LAN or Internet

Strategy chess hybrid on Steam

Check vs Mate is a downloadable PC game delivered as a Steam code. It blends traditional chess with real-time action combat across animated fantasy boards. The title is published by Topware Interactive and developed by Targem Games.

For players who want chess with combat

This suits anyone looking for a strategy game that adds direct control of pieces in beat-'em-up fights. It is not for buyers who prefer a pure chess simulator without action elements, or those who want a physical disc instead of a digital licence.

30 missions across two campaigns

The single-player experience centres on two strategy campaigns totalling 30 missions with varied objectives. Multiplayer duels over LAN or internet use the Fritz chess algorithm with 10 difficulty levels and an extensive opening library.

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Price $15.99
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Specifications

Product
Product nameCheck vs Mate
ReleasedAugust 15, 2012
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size25 × 25 × 25 mm
Software
Published byTopware Interactive
Developed byTargem Games
Supported platformPC
Game genreStrategy
Activation platformSteam

Questions about this item

How do I install the Steam code for Check vs Mate?

Create or sign in to your Steam account, choose "Activate a Product on Steam", enter the code you receive, and the game will download to your library.

Will I need to renew any subscription or licence to keep playing Check vs Mate?

No ongoing subscription is required; the Steam licence is perpetual once the code is activated.

What is the highest difficulty level the built-in chess engine offers?

The Fritz! algorithm provides 10 distinct difficulty levels, with level 10 being the strongest setting.

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