Zen Chess: Mate in One
Knight's Retreat is now available! (FULL RELEASE)
We are very happy to release the full version of Knights Retreat!
Thanks all of you so much for all the support for this little game. We couldn't ask for better players and followers. You guys rock!
Here is the list of what is new:
- 25 new levels;
- Entirely new game worlds (for the latest levels);
- Several visual improvements;
- New musics and sound effects;
- New UI tutorial for camera usage;
- Several minor changes and improvements;
- Minor bug-fixes.
You can play the full experience of Knight's Retreat today and also tell all your friends about it:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1261700/Knights_Retreat/
Have fun!
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P.S.: Don't forget to follow our studio on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/developer/Minimol
The Chess Variants Club
Nice to see you here.
My name is Raphael and I am the Creative Director at Minimol Games. For a long time I've been trying to create "game-like chess experiences" I'd love to play.
All started with the Zen Chess Series, then Knight Swap, Hang The Kings, Unlock The King... and, most recently, Knight's Retreat.
Now is time to bring to reality our biggest project to date: The Chess Variants Club.
I am a great enthusiast of minimalist design, and I am very happy with the ambience we are creating to this game.
And as a chess player I am very happy to create a game mostly (but not solely) based on famous Chess Variants.
There are several incredibly interesting chess variants I believe everyone should play at least once!
And if it is worthy playing, it is certainly worthy playing in a minimalist, beautifully designed chess board. That is exactly what we are aiming for in this game.
You can wishlist it right here:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1292240/The_Chess_Variants_Club/
Kind regards,
Raphael
Knight's Retreat is here.
Today we've launched our biggest puzzle game to date. And we would love if you try it out.
We have big plans for this game and are already making new levels and worlds to add to the experience.
That is why we decided to do an early access launch. We want your feedback to decide how big this game will be.
So if you like puzzles and beautiful games, please download this game. And if you enjoy it, please write a review :)
You can download and play all the first 55 levels right now:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1261700/Knights_Retreat/
Can you play chess blindfolded? (another NEW game released!)
Thanks a lot for all the support you've given to the Zen Chess Series. Today, we are releasing a new game in the series.
For decades, professional chess players have been mesmerizing the world with their ability of playing chess blindfolded. In Zen Chess: Blindfold Masters you will be able to experience being one of them, by solving chess puzzles without seeing the pieces.
- Simple to play: memorize the board presented to you in each level, hit 'play' to make the pieces invisible, and make your moves in the board;
- Enjoy a minimalist, beautifully designed chess board and pieces;
- Solve 150 chess puzzles, varying from Mate-in-One to Mate in-Four problems;
- Simulate the incredible experience of playing chess blindfolded in a minimalist and meditative game experience.
Can you memorize each board and find the moves that solve the puzzle when the pieces are no longer visible?
Give it a try and show yourself your abilities go well beyond you have imagined.
You can try it out here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1108550/Zen_Chess_Blindfold_Masters/
Can you play like a Champion? (NEW game released!)
Thanks a lot for all the support you've given to the Zen Chess Series. Today, we are releasing a new game in the series.
And this one is quite special and different from the last ones.
In Zen Chess: Champion's Moves you will be put in the position of a World Chess Champion. Play through historical games and solve the same chess problems the champions had to solve to win each game.
- Solve 150 chess puzzles, from historical games played by World Chess Champions;
- Chess puzzles goes from Mate-in-1 to Mate in-7 problems;
- For chess enthusiasts looking for perfect their game while enjoying a minimalist, beautifully designed chess board and pieces;
Can you play like a champion?
You can try it out here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1108540/Zen_Chess_Champions_Moves/
Have fun!
Zen Chess Mate in 2, 3 and 4 JUST RELEASED!
I am very excited to announce that Zen Chess Mate in 2, 3 and 4 have been just released! Here are the direct links to get them (with a special launch discount:)
Zen Chess: Mate in Two: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1042980/Zen_Chess_Mate_in_Two/
Zen Chess: Mate in Three: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1042990/Zen_Chess_Mate_in_Three/
Zen Chess: Mate in Four: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1043000/Zen_Chess_Mate_in_Four/
Hope you enjoy playing as much as we did while working on this project!
Steam Achievements now available!
This sweet little game is almost 1 year old! And I have a few surprises for you...
The first surprise is that I just added Steam Achievements to this game. The names chosen for the achievements are nicknames of famous chess players (can you guess all of them?).
The second surprise is that we're working on sequels to this game. More specifically, you'll see in the next 2 months the following games on STEAM:
- Zen Chess: Mate in Two
- Zen Chess: Mate in Three
- Zen Chess: Mate in Four
This is my way to thank you for such a wonderful support you've given to this little game.
I am certain that you'll have a LOT of fun with the new games in the Zen Chess Series, so stay tuned!
Cheers!
150 new levels just added!
I just added 150 new levels for all of you amazing people who enjoy Zen Chess: Mate in One.
This is my "thank you" note to you.
I also fixed some duplicated levels, that I have not noticed before. I am aware of the fact that the game does not account for multiple solutions at the moment. I am planning to address that in the near future. In the meanwhile, just consider that as an opportunity to find multiple solutions and enhance your chess abilities.
Thanks again for all the support. It is wonderful to know there are so many of you interested in this meditative approach to chess.
I am also considering making a new game for Mate in Two. Is it something you would me interested? If so, please let me know.
Cheers!
50 new puzzles added!
It's been 1 month since we launched Zen Chess: Mate in One! That was fast!
I am delighted with the wonderful reception this little game is having. Thanks a lot!
To celebrate, I just added 50 NEW puzzles to the game. Hope you enjoy!
I am planning to add even more puzzles in the near future, so stay tuned and tell your chess friends about this game :)
Cheers!