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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 17/09/2026

RPG Chess♟️: Official Trailer is finally here! The game is coming to Early Access on October 27th⚔️ #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 31/08/2026

RPG Chess♟️: The trailer is a bit delayed, so here are some fresh new screenshots to make up for it🙏 #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 08/07/2026

RPG Chess♟️: Time for the release date announcement!🥳 Sorry again for the very sporadic updates, but I've found that I prefer keeping things to myself while the game's in development🫣 I'll share a lot more after it's released in terms of the development process, but for now: OCTOBER 27!🥳 #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 17/03/2026

RPG Chess♟️: This is the strongest physical ability in the game right now, so I wanted to go all out for the animation🥊 Particularly happy with the 3D model of the boxing champion I made, but let me know what you think! #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 26/02/2026

RPG Chess♟️: We've officially reached 5k wishlists on Steam🥳 Me and the team are working hard on the development, exploring ways to make the game flow feel as satisfying as possible! If you want to see more gameplay, I've uploaded a few shorts on YouTube which I'll link in the replies🙂 #gamedev

Screenshot showing there are 5001 wishlists for the game on Steam

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 01/01/2026

RPG Chess♟️: Starting 2026 with an over-the-top BONK #gamedev #chess

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 21/12/2025

Rare post unrelated to RPG Chess: I just finished making my own website (and updated my Bluesky handle accordingly!)🥳 #gamedev If you're interested in what I can offer, you can check it out here👇 oskarmelbye.dev

oskarmelbye.dev

Oskar Melbye - Developer

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 09/12/2025

I’M BACK ...and I’m super stoked to announce that the first gameplay trailer for the game is out now! You can check it out here👇 #gamedev youtu.be/OmIzUKsgAsc

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RPG Chess - First Gameplay Trailer

YouTube video by RPG Chess

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 09/12/2025

I’ll also try being more active here again to give you guys updates until release. I hope you’re still excited for the game, as I promise it’s only getting better behind-the-scenes🙌 #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 09/12/2025

Now to address the elephant in the room: Yes, the game is delayed until 2026. The main reason for this is honestly burnout on my end, as well as dealing with other life stuff. That being said, I’m happy to share that I now have a team helping me out with the development! #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 09/12/2025

I’M BACK ...and I’m super stoked to announce that the first gameplay trailer for the game is out now! You can check it out here👇 #gamedev youtu.be/OmIzUKsgAsc

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RPG Chess - First Gameplay Trailer

YouTube video by RPG Chess

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 02/07/2025

I probably won't post any more updates on here until I have everything sorted in terms of a gameplay trailer and release date, but know that I'll be working behind-the-scenes as much as I can to get the game finished soon💪 Thank you all for being so patient!🙏 (3/3)

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 02/07/2025

I'm also currently balancing development with my other job, something I thought was going to be a difficult task, but it's actually going surprisingly well I'd say🫡 (2/3)

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 02/07/2025

RPG Chess♟️: As it was becoming increasingly tedious to add features due to the amount of spaghetti code and quick fix solutions, I decided to go in and rewrite the ENTIRE code. I'm pleased to announce it's yielded great results and everything feels way smoother now🥹 (1/3) #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 04/06/2025

RPG Chess♟️: After a pause in development to finish my thesis, I'm back to work on the game! Started adding some new abilities, and I'm quite happy with how this one turned out🙌 #gamedev #chess

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 15/03/2025

Ooh cool idea! Possibly down the line, but probably not on launch🤔

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 14/03/2025

RPG Chess♟: Early look at one of the overworld maps from the roguelike singleplayer-mode🌄 #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 01/03/2025

Thanks! For the single-player mode, it works sort of as a deckbuilder, where early battles consists of just a few pieces. In online matches however, every board has all the pieces from the start!

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 01/03/2025

RPG Chess♟: Each piece has its own unique skill alongside attack that can be used at any time. The pawn has the skill "Gambit", which has it sacrificing itself to give some experience to the king👑 #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 20/02/2025

RPG Chess♟: One of the new abilities that's been added☄ Now featuring audio🔊 #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 19/02/2025

Thank you so much! Really appreciate it😭

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 19/02/2025

To wrap up this rather lengthy thread, I'll now take a brief break from development to focus on my studies. However, I'll be sharing new content from the game in the coming weeks, and I'll also aim to have a gameplay-trailer ready in the not-too-distant future👀 Thank you for all your support!♟ (6/6)

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 19/02/2025

While it sucks not being part of the event, I'm very excited with the way the project is taking shape! I haven't shared this since it's mostly due to another group of people, but I currently have 2000+ wishlists on Steam after a few TikToks/YouTube Shorts went viral, which is just insane. (5/6)

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 19/02/2025

- Implemented castling, pawn promotion (with an RPG-twist) and unique King-logic👑 - Finalized the cooldown system and stat calculations🔢 - Added a ton of new abilities, amounting for a current total of 18 abilities in the game🟣 - Various bugfixes and QOL-improvements✅ (4/6)

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 19/02/2025

- Full implementation of sound, composing multiple themes for the soundtrack🎶 - Introduced an elemental system, where the pieces and abilities have different element types🔥 - Implemented status effects, buffs and debuffs🔺🔻 - Added a bunch of new UI, animations and particle effects☄ (3/6)

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 19/02/2025

The push for the demo deadline has yielded A LOT of progress on the game. Part of the reason I haven't provided any updates for a while is simply because I've been developing non-stop, resulting in the following additions to the game: (2/6)

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 19/02/2025

RPG Chess♟: Today is the deadline to submit a demo for the Steam Next Fest, and I've made the decision to withdraw from the event. While I have a playable demo ready, there is just a tad too many bugs and missing features for me to release it to the general public. That being said... (1/6) #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 03/02/2025

RPG Chess♟: Did a little level-up animation, what are we thinking?🤔 #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 30/01/2025

This project was actually partly inspired by Battle Chess💪

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 28/01/2025

Hahah that is much appreciated, thank you!:)

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 28/01/2025

Whoa thanks! Really appreciate that, and good luck on your projects!💪

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 28/01/2025

RPG Chess♟️: Black pawn is once again eager to show off the newest ability added to the game⚡️ #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 26/01/2025

RPG Chess♟️: Some fresh new screenshots showcasing the updated visuals of the game📸 Very satisfied with the way the development is progressing, and I can't wait for you to get to try it out when the demo drops in a month!⚔️ #gamedev

RPG Chess: Bedroom Board - Updated Graphics

RPG Chess: Blade of the Void - Updated Graphics

RPG Chess: Island Board - Updated Graphics

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 21/01/2025

Thank you! Yes I'll be launching a demo as part of the Steam Next Fest that starts February 24!:)

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 18/01/2025

Introducing Gouda Tchess - A gentlemanly mouse finding himself on a chilly mountain looking to give you a good (gouda) battle🧀 #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 18/01/2025

(Also completed the leveling system-backend👀) #gamedev

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 18/01/2025

RPG Chess♟: Quite a few updates! - Added a new Main Menu and UI🖥 - Testing a 100% cel-shading look🎨 - Modeled the first opponent avatar🐭 - New ability: Inferno of Doom🔥 Would love to hear your thoughts😊

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Oskar | Wishlist RPG Chess♟ @oskarmelbye.dev · 13/01/2025

Thank you so much!😭 I'll make sure it lives up to your excpectations💪

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