Chess and deckbuilding collide in a compact 5×5 roguelike battlefield of risk and reward. Build momentum from a lone King: stack small advantages, gamble on bold moves, and watch the rules bend as your King snowballs to victory. Short, intense runs how far can you go?

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Small advantages stack up to spectacular combos in CHARK. Draft quirky “Food” artifacts that bend the rules of chess in your favor, from extra moves to explosive power-ups. What starts as careful strategy can quickly turn into an explosive frenzy as your tiny crown grows into a dominating force.

Features:

  • Tactical 5×5 Chess Combat: Navigate a 5×5 board using cards as chess pieces. Plan your moves carefully in a tight space rife with possibilities.

  • Multiple Kings & Playstyles: Unlock various Kings, each with a unique passive ability and strategy – from a swift monarch to a mighty conqueror.

  • “Food” Artifacts & Combos: Discover and collect strange food-themed artifacts that break the conventional rules. Mix and match effects to create powerful synergies and game-breaking combos.

  • Risk-vs-Reward Challenges: Every turn presents two optional side objectives. Take on these risky challenges to earn multipliers and bonus rewards... or face the consequences if you fail!

  • Short Runs, High Replayability: Each run lasts about 15–25 minutes – easy to pick up, yet deep to master. Perfect for quick sessions that often turn into “just one more run”.

  • Minimalist Design: Clean, minimalist UI and straightforward controls let you focus on the strategy. No complex menus – jump straight into the action.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10
    • Processor: Dual core CPU
    • Memory: 2048 MB RAM MB RAM
    • Graphics: 1GB VRAM
    • DirectX: Version 10
    • Storage: 512 MB available space
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

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