| Title | Shotgun King: The Final Checkmate |
| Developer(s) | PUNKCAKE Delicieux |
| Publisher(s) | PUNKCAKE Delicieux |
| Genre | PC > Action, Indie, Strategy |
| Release Date | May 12, 2022 |
| Size | 112.17 MB |
| Get it on | Steam Games |
| Report | Report Game |
Get ready for the ultimate battle of wits and strategy with Shotgun King: The Final Checkmate Game. This board game combines the excitement of a shotgun duel with the strategic moves of chess, creating a unique and adrenaline-pumping experience.
The Story Behind Shotgun King
The idea for Shotgun King came to inventor and game enthusiast, Michael Johnson, during a game night with friends. He noticed how the intensity and excitement of a quick-draw style game, like the popular game Bang!, was amplified when combined with the strategy of chess.
After several months of development and playtesting, Shotgun King was born. With a unique blend of luck and strategy, this game quickly gained popularity among friends and family. Now, Johnson is bringing the game to the masses with a Kickstarter campaign to fund production and distribution.
The Gameplay
The game board is set up like a chess board with a few key differences. Instead of traditional chess pieces, there are six characters, each with their own unique abilities and weapons. The objective is to capture the opponent’s King character, but be careful, because one wrong move could leave you vulnerable to a swift shotgun blast.
Players take turns moving their characters around the board, with each move representing a different type of move in chess. However, instead of capturing an opponent’s piece, players can choose to challenge them to a duel. The player who initiates the duel chooses a weapon card and the opponent must choose a weapon card from their hand. The player with the higher-ranked weapon wins and eliminates the opponent’s piece from the board.
But the catch is, players can only use each weapon once. Once a weapon is used in a duel, it is discarded and cannot be reused. This adds a level of strategy as players must carefully choose when to use their stronger weapons and when to save them for a crucial moment.
Strategize and Adapt
One of the most exciting aspects of Shotgun King is the ability to adapt and change strategies on-the-fly. With a variety of unique characters and their special abilities, players must constantly be on their toes and be prepared for unexpected moves from their opponents.
For example, the Bishop character has the ability to move diagonally and can also teleport to any open square along a diagonal path. This can throw off opponents who are not expecting an unexpected move. On the other hand, the Rook character can only move horizontally and vertically but has the ability to push other characters out of their square, potentially setting up a trap for an opponent.
The Final Checkmate
As the game progresses, the tension and excitement build as players strategize and adapt to outsmart their opponents. The ultimate goal is to capture the opponent’s King character, leaving them defenseless and vulnerable to a final checkmate with a shotgun blast.
Are you ready to test your luck and hone your strategic thinking skills in the ultimate showdown? Join the Kickstarter campaign for Shotgun King: The Final Checkmate Game and be one of the first to experience this adrenaline-pumping game.
“Shotgun King is like a game of chess on steroids. It’s fast-paced, strategic, and incredibly fun. I can’t wait to see this game on store shelves.” – Game enthusiast, Sarah Johnson
Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the excitement and support this innovative game. Check out the Kickstarter campaign and join the ranks of Shotgun King enthusiasts today!
System Requirements
Minimum:- OS: Windows 7
- Processor: yes, you should have one
- Graphics: you'll need a screen
- Storage: 80 MB available space
- Sound Card: if your computer can play sound, you should be good
- Additional Notes: in theory, if your computer can run Windows, it can run Shotgun King
How to Download
- Click the "Download Shotgun King: The Final Checkmate" button above.
- Wait 20 seconds, then click the "Free Download" button. (For faster downloads, consider using a downloader like IDM or another fast Downloader.)
- Right-click the downloaded zip file and select "Extract to Shotgun King: The Final Checkmate folder". Ensure you have WinRAR or 7-Zip installed.
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as an administrator.
Note: If you encounter missing DLL errors, check the Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the extracted files and install any required programs.