Chess for idiots

Early access

Parody · Abstract · Turn-Based Strategy

The first intellectually non-discriminatory chess variant. Instead of thinking, just move your pieces in one of the many absurd ways!

Who can play

SteamPrice on SteamPlay free

Free to play

93%

Very positive on Steam

Steam Deck Playable

Steam lists local multiplayer and online multiplayer for PC. Free to play. Player counts are not confirmed yet. 93% positive of 1,600 Steam reviews.

Play modes here come from the Steam store listing, which does not give player counts. How we check facts

Updated October 27, 2026

Can you play Chess for idiots on one screen?: Yes. The store lists shared or split-screen play without saying which. Same-screen versus on PC.; One of 1,795 local multiplayer games on PC
Do you need two copies of Chess for idiots?: No. On one screen, one copy is enough. It's free to play; on PC the host can stream it to friends with Steam Remote Play Together.
What platforms is Chess for idiots on?: PC.
Does Chess for idiots work on Steam Deck?: Yes, with some extra steps: Steam rates it Playable for Steam Deck.
Is Chess for idiots free?: Yes, it's free to play.

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