Battle Chess 3DO box art

3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Board, Card & Party

Battle Chess

System3DO Interactive Multiplayer
Released1994 (originally 1988)
GenreBoard, Card & Party
DeveloperInterplay Entertainment
PublisherInterplay Entertainment
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 7

Battle Chess is a board, card or party game released in 1994 for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer, developed by Interplay Entertainment. This 3DO release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988.

It came out in the 3DO's second year on the market. Other notable 3DO releases from 1994 include The Need for Speed, Gex and Way of the Warrior.

Battle Chess supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want action or story rather than tabletop-style play

What playing Battle Chess is like

Board, card, quiz and party games bring tabletop classics and social games to the screen, from chess and mahjong to trivia and casino games.

Tip for newcomers: These games are usually best with company; check how many players are supported before game night.

Battle Chess gameplay screenshot on 3DO
In-game screenshot (3DO)

Battle Chess walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Battle Chess.

If you like Battle Chess, the Matrix also picks…

Crash Bash box art
Crash Bash PS1 · 2000 · Board, Card & Party Classic
Monopoly box art
Monopoly PS1 · 1997 · Board, Card & Party Deep cut

Playing 3DO games today

The 3DO is a niche but interesting library for players curious about the early CD era.

Battle Chess FAQ

When did Battle Chess come out on the 3DO?

Battle Chess was released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1994; the original game dates back to 1988.

Who made Battle Chess?

It was developed by Interplay Entertainment.

Is Battle Chess multiplayer?

Yes. Battle Chess supports up to 2 players.

How long does Battle Chess take to play?

As a board, card or party game, Battle Chess typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Battle Chess on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

Not sure? Let the Matrix pick for you