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The Chess player count chart
The Chess has very few players on Steam right now (2). Its all-time peak was 12.
History from Jun 1, 2025
The Chess monthly player count
| Month | Avg. players | % Gain | Peak players |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | not enough data | -28.57% | 5 |
| October 2026 | not enough data | +0% | 7 |
| September 2026 | not enough data | +0% | 7 |
| August 2026 | not enough data | +16.67% | 7 |
| July 2026 | not enough data | -25% | 6 |
| June 2026 | not enough data | +0% | 8 |
| May 2026 | not enough data | +14.29% | 8 |
| April 2026 | not enough data | +0% | 7 |
| March 2026 | not enough data | -41.67% | 7 |
| February 2026 | not enough data | +20% | 12 |
| January 2026 | not enough data | -9.09% | 10 |
| December 2025 | not enough data | +22.22% | 11 |
| November 2025 | not enough data | +0% | 9 |
| October 2025 | not enough data | +80% | 9 |
| September 2025 | not enough data | -28.57% | 5 |
| August 2025 | not enough data | +16.67% | 7 |
| July 2025 | not enough data | +100% | 6 |
| June 2025 | not enough data | n/a | 3 |
How many people are playing The Chess?
At this moment The Chess has 2 concurrent players on Steam. That makes it the #14,680 most played game on Steam at the moment. In the last 24 hours it peaked at 2 players. Today's peak is 33% below its 30-day average daily peak of 3.
The Chess player count trend
Over the last 30 days The Chess averaged a daily peak of 3 players, down 25% compared with the 30 days before (4). Its highest point this month (6) is 33% below the same period last year (9). In its first month after release (Jun 26, 2025) it peaked at 6 players. Today's player count is 17% of its all-time peak of 12, set on Feb 1, 2026.
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About 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!
- Developer
- NowakGames
- Released
- Jun 26, 2025
- Genre
- Casual, Indie, RPG, Strategy, Free To Play
- Languages
- 1 language
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The Chess price
The Chess is free to play on Steam.
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The Chess FAQ
Is The Chess dead?
The Chess has very few players on Steam right now (2). Its all-time peak was 12.
How many people play The Chess?
2 people are playing The Chess on Steam right now. In the last 24 hours it peaked at 2 concurrent players.
What is the all-time peak player count for The Chess?
The Chess reached its all-time Steam peak of 12 concurrent players on Feb 1, 2026.
Is The Chess growing or declining?
The Chess is declining. Its average daily peak over the last 30 days was 3, down 25% compared with the previous 30 days.
Is The Chess free?
Yes, The Chess is free to play on Steam.
When did The Chess come out?
The Chess was released on Steam on Jun 26, 2025.
Who made The Chess?
The Chess was developed by NowakGames.
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