Side Effect combines a game of chess with a roguelike experience. Experiment, discover combos, carve out your own path by expanding your spellbook and collecting artifacts. Lose, learn and try again.
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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“Early access will allow dialogue with the community while the game content is being expanded and finalized.

Since I began the development in 2020, Side Effect has received feedback from a small group of early-testers and streamers who brought fresh ideas that were instrumental during the game’s early days. I enjoyed implementing concepts that I hadn’t thought about and reviewing mechanics which required balancing. Side Effect being a rogue-like, any added content will guarantee a new experience each time around.

It is my wish to see the game fulfill any remaining untapped potential with the help of the community.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Approximately 10 months are required for the planned content. But depending on players' feedback and requested features, it might take longer.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“About full version, I plan to implement new levels, spells, items, and classes.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The game has 60% of its content including :
  • 15 levels (3 bosses)
  • 7 classes
  • 100+ spells
  • 100+ items
  • Coop is already available

Enjoy the game!”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“Price will regularly increase with new content.
When you have purchased the game, all updates will be free.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“Player can easily contact me on Discord and Steam.
I pay attention to all streamer's feedback, they are already helping me improve the game and I hope more players will.”
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About This Game

Side Effect is a tactical roguelike based on chess where you dominate the board by using spells. Choose an elemental school and enter the arena.

Think tactically:

Spells are channeled by your pawns, with various effects depending which pawn you chose. Use that to your advantage by strategically positioning your pieces on the board. Plan ahead to keep the upper hand. But be careful: the AI won’t go easy on you.

Spellbook building:

Assemble your spellbook, drawing from 9 schools of magic. Gather powerful artifacts and craft your own gameplay, as you experiment combos.

Journey through unique levels:

Understand the dynamic of each level and turn their mechanics to your advantage. Make sure to adapt your strategy and spells to the situation.

Engage in jolly cooperation:

You can experience the game with one like-minded friend! Strategies may change drastically as you combine both spellbooks. The more, the merrier!

DON’T PANIC!:

Things may get a bit hectic, and plans may not pan out the way you expected, but that’s fine. Even the AI cannot anticipate all the consequences of its actions.
Magic is beautiful, dangerous, and hard to predict. This is the actual Side Effect.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS *: Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 x64
    • Processor: Intel Core2 Duo E4300 (2 * 1800) / AMD Athlon Dual Core 4450e (2 * 2300) or equivalent
    • Memory: 4096 MB RAM
    • Graphics: GeForce 8800 GTX (768 MB) / Intel HD 4600 / Radeon HD 3850 (512 MB)
    • Storage: 4 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS *: Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 x64
    • Processor: Intel Core i5-4570T (2* 2900) / AMD FX-6100 (6 * 3300) or equivalent
    • Memory: 4096 MB RAM
    • Graphics: GeForce GTX 750 Ti (2048 MB) / Radeon HD 7850 (2048 MB)
    • Storage: 4 GB available space
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.

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