Nintendo Entertainment System · Board, Card & Party
Battle Chess
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Board, Card & Party |
| Developer | Beam Software |
| Publisher | Data East |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Battle Chess is a board, card or party game developed by Beam Software and published by Data East. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3. Among the 22 NES board, card & party games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
Beam Software also made Star Wars, Back to the Future and Back to the Future Part II & III for the NES.
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 cheats & codes
1 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Cool Graphical Glitches | 0091:00
040F:00
0467:00 |
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Battle Chess walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Battle Chess.
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Battle Chess FAQ
When did Battle Chess come out on the NES?
Battle Chess was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Battle Chess?
It was developed by Beam Software and published by Data East.
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.