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Check vs Mate

Targem Games · 2012-08-16

Targem Games · 2012Loading price…

A casual chess-based strategy game with animated fantasy figurines, tactical PvP, and a short, limited single-player experience.

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Release: 2012-08-16
Publisher: TopWare Interactive
Studio: Targem Games

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