Oh boy, where do I even start? So there’s this game, “Beyond the Board” or something, and it’s like chess, but… not? I mean, yeah, chess is still in there, but they’ve really gone off the rails with this one. It’s called “Beyond the Board” — fitting, right? Feels like they took chess and put it through a blender. How messed up can chess get? Seriously, buckle up.
The crew behind this madness, Fragile Shapes Studio (catchy name, huh?), are almost ready to spill the beans on Steam. They’ve tossed out a demo, like a teaser, to keep you occupied while they finish things up. I kinda want to see if it’s as wild as it sounds. You can grab that, you know, if you’re curious.
So picture this: you, a solo Rook, wandering in this weird, dreamy landscape. Everything’s a bit floaty, chessboard vibes everywhere, but like those fuzzy dreams you can’t quite pin down. Reminds me of Monument Valley, if it collided with Limbo. Chess fans might freak — in a good way.
Oh, did I mention they dropped this bomb at the OTK Games Expo? What a place to unveil a game about defying board game norms! Grandmaster skills? Nah, you just need a nose for curiosity and some time to kill. I’ve got a feeling you might lose track of time, which—for a game without dialogue—says a lot.
The deal is, a lightning bolt threw the whole chess matchup into chaos. Pieces flew away to another realm and now you’ve gotta chase some king across these crumbling worlds. It’s like a never-ending puzzle, each step more baffling than the last. You’ll run into enemy pieces and bosses—good luck with that.
Here’s the kicker, this isn’t about reading dialogues and making choices. The game speaks in vibes, visuals, and a soundtrack that I bet will nail you to your screen. You’d be sensing moods, catching onto movements—you know, the quiet stuff. That’s what I find cool, really.
And if that tickles your curiosity, don’t wait. There’s this demo on Steam calling your name. Even if you’ve never cared for chess, this might just change your mind. Or at least give you a break from reality for a bit, not that there’s anything wrong with that!
