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apochess

Apochess is a progressive chess MMO game. Long-term progression. no p2w at all = no purchase available. Very well balanced Chess RPG.

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AvoGames
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About the Game

Apochess is a progressive Chess MMO where traditional strategy meets deep RPG mechanics. Watch your chess pieces battle automatically using custom stats, powerful equipment, deep progression trees, and more than 80 unique skills.

Featuring a major balance system that makes attacking pieces strike 4x faster, Apochess captures the true spirit of traditional chess—where initiative, aggression, and tactical positioning dictate the flow of battle.

Key Features

  • Automated Chess Battles: Build your ideal army composition and watch your customized pieces clash in animated auto-battles.

  • Deep RPG Progression: Level up your account and individual pieces, unlock game-changing skills, and optimize your strategy.

  • PvE & PvP Modes: Test your builds against intelligent BOTs or climb the ranks against other players in intense PvP matchmaking.

  • Loot & Equipment: Collect, upgrade, and equip gear to min-max your pieces' stats and gain the upper hand.

  • Player-Driven Economy: Trade equipment, items, and currency with other players in a completely tax-free Marketplace.

  • Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Quests: Stay engaged with a steady stream of challenges that reward your dedication with valuable Credits.

  • Cross-Device Play: Play your way. Move seamlessly between desktop, mobile, and browser using Steam authentication or linked external credentials.

Built For Long-Term Growth

Unlike the demo phase, the full release of Apochess features zero server resets. Every piece of gear you find, every level you gain, and every Credit you earn is permanently yours.

  • Enhanced Drop Rates: Enjoy a permanent 30% item drop rate from BOT matches (double the demo rate!).

  • Maximized Credit Earnings: Full access to Weekly and Monthly quest rewards to supercharge your account growth.

  • No Pay-To-Win: Credits cannot be purchased directly from the developer. Growth, wealth, and power are earned entirely through gameplay, trading, and strategy.

  • One-Time Purchase: Buy the game once and get full, unrestricted access to all future content updates and long-term progression.

About The Developer

Apochess is a passion project created and maintained by a single independent developer. Refined over thousands of hours of community playtesting across previous web versions, the game's balance, economy, and progression systems have been meticulously tuned to deliver a rewarding, long-term MMO experience.

Assemble your army, master the board, and claim your place in the ultimate chess RPG!

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