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Panaq AB · Published by Panaq AB · Official site ↗
4 user reviews — 50% positive (4 reviews)
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
GoblinChess is a new type of chess game where we introduce ten different magical cards to the gameplay, and some chaos if you want. You can play online or against the built in robot.
Indie, Free To Play, Strategy · 2026 · More free games
About this game
Despite its playful appearance, GoblinChess is a serious chess game:
Traditional Chess Foundation: In the beginning of the game only standard chess pieces exist on the board
Spell Card System: 10 spell cards that can alter gameplay, each player starts with five random cards
Multiple Game Modes: Classic and Chaotic variants with different time controls. Choose between, online, robot or local play.
ELO Rating System: Standard chess ranking system for anyone playing online
Modern Chess Rules: Supports everything you'd expect from competitive chess, e.g. en passant, repetition draw (3x), stalemate etc.
No In-Game Purchases: You pay a one-time price for the client, if you choose our official client (the one shown in the video above).
Open Data/Free Platform: This game has an unusually sound long-term foundation. This has interesting implications for the technically inclined, read more at Github GoblinChessChromiaBackend.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: 64 bit
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nothing special
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 500 MB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Moving to Free: GoblinChess is becoming free for everyone May the 4th
May the 4th, 2026, GoblinChess will be 100% free to play. Currently, finding an opponent with an ELO rating close to your own can be a challenge. We believe that by opening the gates to everyone, we can grow the player base and ensure faster, fairer matchmaking for all.To our existing players: thank you for your support so far. We can't wait to see the community grow.See you online, fellow Goblins!Read full article on Community Announcements (olle.kullberg)
