Imagine chess where a single match could unravel your entire run. That’s the hook behind The Ouroboros King, and for the moment it won’t cost you a thing.
Epic Games is giving away yet another title through the Epic Games Store Mobile, and this pick is squarely for players who want their games to challenge the brain. Between now and next Thursday, The Ouroboros King is yours to download free on both Android and iOS.
What you’re actually getting
This is a turn-based strategy title that runs classic chess through the lens of a roguelike deckbuilder. Anyone who’s spent time with Slay the Spire will recognize the framework instantly: run-based, driven by clever decisions, and quick to punish greed.
In short, it’s chess wearing the skeleton of a roguelike — a mix the strategy crowd tends to devour.
People already like it
Developed by Oriol Cosp Games, the title has won players over. Across other platforms, Steam among them, the community has awarded it a Very Positive rating.
That’s a detail worth noting, since freebies don’t always arrive with a proven history behind them. This one has that going for it.
The studio spelled it out clearly: “Checkmate The Ouroboros King is available for FREE until July 23. Available for free on Android worldwide and iOS in select countries.”
How to grab it
Launch the Epic Games Store Mobile app on your device, go to the “Free Games” section, then locate the game and install it. That’s all there is to it.
Haven’t installed the app yet? Grab Epic Games Store Mobile first, then repeat the same steps.
The window closes on July 23. For anyone who enjoys games that make you plan several moves in advance, this is a low-stakes chance to see whether chess and roguelikes truly belong together.