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What is Chess Heroes about?
You are a chess King who's pieces have mysteriously disappeared, just as your kingdom is invaded! You must take back your pieces and rebuild your army, then travel abroad to learn new skills and ancient spells that will help you overcome a sinister foe.
What is a Tactical Puzzle game?
You fight the enemy in a variety of scenarios that are short and fun. The board can be any size, and there are no rules on the number of pieces on the board. This means you'll encounter a new challenge each time you play! The tactical puzzles are designed to reward skill and experience, while new players will get a sense of accomplishment as they "unlock" the secret of the puzzle after a handful of tries.
How is it like chess?
Each chess piece moves like it should, so players with only a passing experience of the game will be right at home. And the King earns new pieces one at a time, giving totally new players a chance to learn how to play, by playing!
How is it different than chess?
In Act 2 and Act 3, players will earn Special Abilities and Battle Magic, which put incredible power in players' hands. They'll need it as they face down bigger and bigger groups of enemies, and to beat the unique bosses at each location!
What are Special Abilities?
Special Abilities alter the player's view of the battlefield by turning Pawns into a resource. For example, the King can sacrifice a nearby Pawn to move as a Queen for one turn, while the Rook can launch a Pawn across the board to capture an enemy piece, destroying the Pawn in the process! Each piece has their own Special Ability, and as the campaign to take back the kingdom goes on, Pawns will become more and more valuable!
What is Battle Magic?
Every time a piece is captured, magical energy is released onto the battlefield. The player can use this energy to accomplish wondrous feats, like moving a piece twice, upgrading a Pawn, freezing an enemy piece, and more!
How long will it take to play?
Based on results from the demo, we expect it will take five to six hours to play through the game.
There will also be unlocks based on how well you did, which can add to that time, as well as
expert-level scenarios which could add several more hours.
When is Chess Heroes coming out?
Chess Heroes will be released in three Acts, most likely starting in December of 2013.
Each additional Act will take between two and three months to produce.
What platforms will be supported?
It's coming to PC, Mac, and Linux computers, as well as all major mobile devices.
Will Chess Heroes be released on consoles?
That's the plan, but it's on the backburner until all three acts have been completed.
Who is creating the game?
Ted Brown started the project in June of 2013, and has been working full time as the designer, programmer, and artist.
Corey Jackson is creating the music.
Leif Holt joined up as a part-time artist in November.
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