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Alternative Theseus · Published by Alternative Theseus
Positive — 87% positive (15 reviews) · 9 achievements
Last updated 6 Oct 2026
It seems like Chinese Chess, but perhaps you can hold the entire game with just a crossbow. A strategy-based turn-based roguelike game.
Indie, Free To Play, Strategy, Casual · 2025 · More free games
Explore End Chess Arrow's innovative blend of Chinese Chess and crossbow mechanics. Engage in strategic turns that could change the game's outcome, all while enjoying a casual yet challenging roguelike experience from indie developers Alternative Theseus.
About this game
This time it's Chinese chess, but you have to play alone against the enemy.
You can act every turn and have the long-range shooting ability of a crossbow; the enemy's army is closing in, and they will act whenever their patience runs out.
On your turn, you can choose to move or shoot. Your crossbow has an extremely long range, but it is only precise in a flat shot within effective range. At long distances, the shot will randomly land somewhere within the expected area. Skillfully control the distance between you and the enemy to avoid being checkmated, and decisively shoot arrows to weaken the enemy’s ability to act, perhaps finding a slim chance of survival in the deadly battle.
After each level, the shop will randomly offer various options for both character and enemy buffs. You can spend gold to strengthen yourself or take a risk by choosing to give buffs to the enemy, earning extra money to further enhance your own abilities. Balance the risks and rewards, and make careful decisions as you face increasingly complex challenges.
In this unpredictable battlefield, who knows whether you can defy fate and perhaps truly end some of the boring chess games.
Each game typically takes around 15 minutes to complete.
The core gameplay is mostly complete, but we are still working on gameplay refinement, balance adjustments, and performance optimization. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us further polish the game and enhance the final experience.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: 64-bit Windows 7 / 8 / 10 / 11
- Processor: Intel Core i5
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 550,AMD Radeon HD 6770
- Additional Notes: If your computer can browse the web and play a few classic games, you’re all set for this one.
Supported Languages
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
New Factions and Advanced System Now Live!
This update introduces 5 brand new factions and 24 unique builds, adding even more strategic depth to the game. We have also introduced a brand-new Advanced System, with default full difficulty unlocked, allowing you to freely choose the most fitting challenge for you. Additionally, we've optimized certain values and made adjustments to the new player tutorial for a smoother experience.Read full article on Community Announcements (Delifes)Patch NotesOfficial
Now supporting Russian and German
We noticed that among our active users there are many players who speak Russian and German, so we have specifically added support for these two languages! If you would like us to support more languages in the future, please feel free to leave a comment.Read full article on Community Announcements (Delifes)






