PC
$9.99 Region US
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Action · Monka Studios
Checkmate Kings
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Windows
Positive · 80% of 20
Wait Chip's verdict · US updated 8 hr. ago
Good game, but it sits 100% of the way from its all-time low to full price. It drops harder in seasonal sales. Patience pays.
Why this verdict
Price position between all-time low and full price 100%
All-time low $4.99 · 12d ago
Player reviews 80% positive of 20
Quality score 80/100 · small sample
Value score 0/100
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About this game
What this game is, in the developer's words
Checkmate Kings is a high-paced chess-like multiplayer bullet hell 👑 Shoot at your opponent, summon chess pieces, dash around the arena and crush the enemy king! Choose from 8 characters with unique playstyles and conquer the Kings Gauntlet!
Welcome to the craziest chess-related experience you can find!
Checkmate Kings is an action party game with twin stick shooters, bullet hells and 2D fighters influences.
In this game, there is no health bar. If one chess piece hits you it's game over!
Choose your character from a roster of 8 kings and queens inspired by fictional and historical characters.
You'll find each of them has a unique personality and playstyle!
8 unique playstyles allow you to pressure your opponent however you like best!
Shoot, place pieces and dodge around to get the upper hand!
Placing chess pieces, dodging, and pressuring your opponent is not all there is to the game!
Gather crowns and use their power to steal enemy pieces!
Turn the tides in a single move!
As you play you'll be able to unlock unique customization options for your arena!
Choose your favorite look and fill the stands with the best crowd you can find!
Checkmate Kings is an action party game with twin stick shooters, bullet hells and 2D fighters influences.
In this game, there is no health bar. If one chess piece hits you it's game over!
Choose your character from a roster of 8 kings and queens inspired by fictional and historical characters.
You'll find each of them has a unique personality and playstyle!
8 unique playstyles allow you to pressure your opponent however you like best!
Shoot, place pieces and dodge around to get the upper hand!
Placing chess pieces, dodging, and pressuring your opponent is not all there is to the game!
Gather crowns and use their power to steal enemy pieces!
Turn the tides in a single move!
As you play you'll be able to unlock unique customization options for your arena!
Choose your favorite look and fill the stands with the best crowd you can find!
Key Features
- Online and local 1v1 multiplayer!
- Arcade mode!
- Progression system with unique customization possibilities!
- 8 characters with unique playstyles!
- Fast, hectic and fun gameplay!
- Powerful pickups!
- A unique and fresh take on the oldest game in the world!
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Price intelligence
Accepted price history and the lows that matter
Historical lows
All-time low ATL $4.99 2026-07-03
3-month low $4.99
12-month low $4.99
Current $9.99
Price events From the accepted price history · updates automatically
Jul 9, 2026
Sale ended · back to $9.99
Jul 3, 2026
New all-time low $4.99
Checkmate Kings price history and best deals
Checkmate Kings for PC currently sells from $9.99 at authorized stores. Its all-time low is $4.99, set on 2026-07-03.
Frequently asked questions
Answered from this game's own price and edition data
Should I buy Checkmate Kings now or wait?
Our verdict is wait. At 100% of the way to full price, it usually drops harder in seasonal sales, so patience tends to pay.
Is $9.99 a good price for Checkmate Kings?
$9.99 sits 100% of the way from the all-time low of $4.99 to the full price. It has been cheaper before, so there is room to wait.
Where can I buy Checkmate Kings?
Checkmate Kings is tracked at steam. We only list authorized stores here and always link out with a clean outbound link.
Scores
Steam reviews Positive · 80%
80% positive of 20
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DeveloperMonka Studios
PublisherMonka Studios
TagsMultiplayer · Bullet Hell · Action · Party Game · 2D Fighter · PvP
ModesMulti-player · Single-player
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dejus10
igrs13
steam_germany12