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AFK Chess release date

AnnouncedGamePC

A PvP chess auto battler! Strategically build your army, use tactics to position your pieces and then watch them fight against your opponents! Can you assemble the strongest force?

Release date
Q1 2026
Genre
Strategy, Indie

Release window

Q1 2026

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Release dates by platform and region

PlatformRegionDateUnlock timeStatusSource
PCWorldwideNot announcedAnnouncedSource

Where to pre-order

Pre-orders have not been listed yet.

Trailers and gameplay

Release date history

  1. Date announced: Q1 2026. Status: announced — Upstream update (igdb) Source

Frequently asked questions

When does AFK Chess release?

AFK Chess is scheduled to release on Q1 2026.

What time does AFK Chess unlock?

The exact unlock time has not been announced. Most digital releases unlock at midnight local time or at a single global time set by the publisher; this page will list it as soon as it is known.

Which platforms is AFK Chess on?

AFK Chess is releasing on PC.

Has AFK Chess been delayed?

No delay has been announced. This page tracks every date change with a source link.

Can I pre-order AFK Chess?

Pre-orders have not been listed yet. Stores and prices will appear here once available.