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Chess Ultra

Developed by Ripstone · Published by Ripstone

ActionAdventureCasualIndieRPGSimulationSportsStrategy
StatusOut now ReleaseJun 21, 2017 Price$3.89 Steam reviews1,814

At a glance

PlatformsWindows
ModesSingle-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP, Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Price$3.89
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Steam reviews1,814
Languages8
Achievements38
DLC10

Overview

An action, adventure, casual game by Ripstone, published by Ripstone — single-player, multi-player, pvp, online pvp.

Steam’s own one-line description: “Introducing Chess Ultra; the most breathtaking chess game ever made. Experience stunning 4K visuals, seamless online multiplayer, Grandmaster approved AI and full VR compatibility.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Reception & community

Steam reviewsMostly Positive — 75% positive of 2,135
Owners (est.)100000 – 200000
Peak players18
Player-voted tags:StrategyChessIndieBoard GameTabletopSimulationMultiplayerVRCasualSportsPsychological Horror

Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.

Features & modes

Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Chess Ultra.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerYes
MultiplayerYes
Co-opNo
Online co-opNo
PvPYes
Cross-platform multiplayerYes
Full controller supportYes
Partial controller supportNo
Steam Cloud savesYes
Steam AchievementsYes

System requirements (PC)

As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.

Minimum

  • OS *: Windows Vista
  • Processor: 2.0 GHz Dual Core
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA Geforce GTS 450 or AMD Radeon HD 6750
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 12 GB available space
  • VR Support: SteamVR or Oculus PC
  • Additional Notes: This will ensure the game will run at 1080p at 30fps. These specifications do not reflect VR, see Recommended Requirements for more details

Recommended

  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: 2.5+ GHz Quad core
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA Gerforce GTX 780 or 970
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 12 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: This will ensure the game will run at 1080p at 60fps. These specifications do not reflect VR, an NVIDIA Geforce GTX 1070/1080 or AMD equivalent will be required to experience 90 FPS on a HTC VIVE or OCULUS RIFT

Supported languages (8)

EnglishFrenchItalianGermanSpanish - SpainDutchRussianPortuguese - Brazil

Chess Ultra FAQ

Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.

What kind of game is Chess Ultra?

Steam classifies Chess Ultra as a Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation, Sports, Strategy game, developed by Ripstone. Introducing Chess Ultra; the most breathtaking chess game ever made. Experience stunning 4K visuals, seamless online multiplayer, Grandmaster approved AI and full VR compatibility.

How much does Chess Ultra cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists Chess Ultra at $3.89. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is Chess Ultra single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for Chess Ultra: Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP, Cross-Platform Multiplayer. It supports both solo and multiplayer.

Is Chess Ultra on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Chess Ultra for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Does Chess Ultra support cross-platform play?

Steam tags Chess Ultra with Cross-Platform Multiplayer.

Is Chess Ultra out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Jun 21, 2017.

What platforms is Chess Ultra on?

Chess Ultra is listed for Windows on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is Chess Ultra single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP, Cross-Platform Multiplayer.

How much does Chess Ultra cost?

Steam lists it at $3.89.

Does Chess Ultra have achievements?

Yes — Steam lists 38 achievements for Chess Ultra.

Who made Chess Ultra?

Chess Ultra is developed by Ripstone and published by Ripstone.

Where to get Chess Ultra

We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.

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