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title: "Gambonanza - Отзывы, Доход и Загрузки приложения in Соединенные Штаты | Apple App Store"
description: "Gambonanza is a turn-based chess roguelike set on a tiny board with huge stakes. Master tactical twists, invest your winnings, and discover rule-bending Gambits plus wild tile and piece combinations. "
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# Gambonanza — Соединенные Штаты
> Chess Roguelike

![Gambonanza App Icon](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Purple211/v4/12/f2/98/12f29865-93a5-c5b0-755d-938eb2f9c92f/AppIcon-0-0-1x_U007emarketing-0-8-0-85-220.png/434x0w.png)

**Developer:** [Stray Fawn](https://apptail.io/ru/developer/stray-fawn-zqxd)
**Category:** Games
**Rating:** 4.9/5 (2,101 ratings)
**Price:** Free
**Bundle ID:** com.strayfawnstudio.gambonanza
**Store:** Apple App Store
**Country:** Соединенные Штаты
**Version:** 1.1.0 (released 2026-05-20)
**Original Release:** 2026-05-01
**Languages:** English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Spanish, Turkish

**App Store Link:** [Download on Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/app/id6747752407)
**AppTail Page:** [https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/united-states](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/united-states)

## Gambonanza Description
Gambonanza is a turn-based chess roguelike set on a tiny board with huge stakes. Master tactical twists, invest your winnings, and discover rule-bending Gambits plus wild tile and piece combinations. Face off against challenging bosses and get lost in all the ways you can break traditional chess!

But be careful, if you waste too many moves the board will crumble around you…


FEATURES

• Snackable, high-impact runs
Play fast, punchy chess battles on smaller starting boards where every decision counts.

• 150+ rule-bending Gambits
Combine your chess pieces with Gambits to unlock devastating combos and strategic surprises.

• Dynamic reserve system
Store extra pieces off-board and deploy them at the perfect moment to swing the game.

• Strategic board upgrades
Enhance your chessboard with golden squares, blessing tiles, protective surfaces, and more!

• Fight epic boss battles
Take on big encounters that reward smart builds and punish strategic mistakes.

• Retro aesthetic and quirky ambiance
Immerse yourself in vibrant pixel art and the playful excitement of a fairground.

• Mini-games for power boosts
Test your luck and skill in challenges inspired by pachinko, slot machines, and Gachapon.


WHY PLAY GAMBONANZA?

Gambonanza takes the tactical clarity of chess and turns it into a roguelike playground: stack Gambits, sculpt the board, manage your reserves, and discover ridiculous combos that “shouldn’t work”… until they do. If you love smart strategy, replayable runs, and the thrill of breaking the rules (legally), this one’s for you.


JOIN THE CHESS REVOLUTION!

Download Gambonanza and start rewriting chess.


ABOUT THE TEAM

Gambonanza is developed by Blukulélé and published by Sidekick Publishing and Stray Fawn Publishing.
Mobile Port by Ateo

## Gambonanza Screenshots
- [Screenshot 1](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource211/v4/ee/89/89/ee8989bc-34cf-5d5e-a064-7c637d98c2e0/EN_gambonanza_mobile_store01.png/2688x1242.png)
- [Screenshot 2](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource211/v4/88/9a/4a/889a4a6c-5d66-43a9-3570-04e94f5ade43/EN_gambonanza_mobile_store02.png/2688x1242.png)
- [Screenshot 3](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource211/v4/8f/f4/fd/8ff4fd55-9920-1b80-7641-0f530a039e6f/EN_gambonanza_mobile_store03.png/2688x1242.png)
- [Screenshot 4](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource221/v4/27/b6/37/27b63766-0d57-27fc-22ca-85a34c51ee2c/EN_gambonanza_mobile_store04.png/2688x1242.png)
- [Screenshot 5](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource221/v4/6f/1f/c4/6f1fc486-b0fc-8f23-13ce-13d398498371/EN_gambonanza_mobile_store05.png/2688x1242.png)
- [Screenshot 6](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource211/v4/23/bc/00/23bc0031-4637-ebb3-69c6-27a533b70965/EN_gambonanza_mobile_store06.png/2688x1242.png)

## Gambonanza Rating Breakdown in Соединенные Штаты
- 5 stars: 1,970 (94%)
- 4 stars: 76 (4%)
- 3 stars: 27 (1%)
- 2 stars: 10 (0%)
- 1 stars: 18 (1%)

## Gambonanza Reviews in Соединенные Штаты

### ***** "Very fun! One or two things"
This game is very like balatro, except it is also chess, which is very fun! I really enjoy the gambits, and the way the whole game balances out. 
However, as someone who also enjoys chess, there are a couple things that threw me for a loop. 
In chess, pawns can move two squares on their first turn. This isn’t present in the game, which is alright. But I would love if there was a reason for it, or a way that I could know, rather than having to find out when I die from placing the piece under the wrong expectations. The same problem is present with the king piece. In chess, the king MUST move out of check if he possibly can. He also cannot move into check. In this game, the king moves like a pawn with all directions unlocked. This is also fine, and I am sure there were good reasons for it, but could there maybe be a little pop or something, so that if I tap on a piece I am facing, I can get information about it? Or even just a compendium of “ways this game is like and unlike chess” in the main menu, so people don’t get too confused. 
The other thing which I have seen mentioned is battery life. I lost five percent from a 30-45 minute session, with a fairly powerful phone and a new battery. This isn’t really a problem, but I am including it in here for data purposes, as I buy mobile games for long road trips and other activities where I might not have access to a charger. 
Edit: the game has been updated and optimized since this review. My battery experience is currently old data. :3

All in all, this is a very good game! I would give it an 7.7-to-8.3 [Edit: solid 9, now, for the devs. You guys are awesome!] out of 10, especially if you like Balatro. Congratulations to the developer, as well, for making the top charts list! You have made a very quality game. It would be wonderful to see a resolution of some sort for the thing with the kings and pawns that I mentioned earlier, but I will keep playing the game either way. Definitely worth the purchase. 

Final Edit: Overall, this is a truly great game, but as mentioned by the (awesome!) developers in their reply, it isn’t a 1:1 chess simulator. Expect a few differences getting into the game, and slight shifts in chess-brain strategy to account for that. However, these guys have demonstrated great talent in conceptual and practical game design, so I would expect any minor kinks to continue being worked out going forward. 

Thanks again for the response, Stray Faun Studio! I will continue forward in anticipation a
-- SomeFantastic76, 2026-05-29

### **--- "Huge sound issue"
Why does this game bypass my silent mode on my iPhone? I am forced to turn down all music and sound effects in settings in order to play silently.
-- JustinTimeeeeee, 2026-05-24

### ***** "So peak"
I love this game just please add it to Xbox I’m begging
-- I can’t wait for more games, 2026-05-23

### ***** "Chesslatro"
I’ve only been playing for a few hours but much like Balatro once the pieces fall into place it becomes so much fun to see how far you can go. Games like this really make me appreciate the indie scene.
-- Tw1nblades, 2026-05-22

### ***-- "It’s okay, needs tuning"
There’s a lot going on in Gambonanza and it has potential, but feels as if the game released without tuning. Going on a deep run is incredibly difficult due to the variance of gambits that rarely if ever share synergies with each other. The economy is very stingy. Losing any game pieces in a sacrifice maneuver is near catastrophic considering how little currency you earn. Recommendations for adjustments - make the first shop re-roll free each round. Start the game with a gambit token so you can pick after game pieces are rolled. Consider expanding gambits from 5 to 7. Add conditions that reward the player for winning - flawless victory, capturing all pieces with the same piece, capturing with only pawns… etc.
-- TheSeanSaid, 2026-05-21

### ***-- "Fun Concept, Mixed Execution"
Having loved playing both chess and Balatro, I was excited to give this a try; however, my opinions on several of the game’s mechanics are mixed. To start, gambits, which are equivalent to jokers or run items, feel uninspired overall. While many synergize well, a great number of them are simply chance-based. While RNG is not an issue by itself, being a staple of the roguelike genre, it feels out of place in a game as strategic as chess. Furthermore, there are a few areas where the RNG feels completely redundant. For instance, starting with three random pieces is avoidable by simply reloading. This matters because the game’s core balance is heavily skewed toward queens, and some pieces are simply not worth using unless you get a specific gambit early on. For me, its aspiration to be “Balatro but chess” holds it back. The experience would be more enjoyable if the game were simply a chess roguelike. Even the aesthetic clashes, as the trippy casino style does not really match chess. With that being said, the game overall is not bad. There is certainly fun to be had, especially if you enjoy these types of games. The music is fitting, and the gameplay is crisp. The bosses are actually more interesting than Balatro’s, but they are difficult to prepare for. All in all, the game is definitely worth a try; just don’t expect the long-lasting experience Balatro provides.
-- RooGames, 2026-05-20

### ***** "Fun"
Balatro but for chess fans
-- KeroTuah, 2026-05-19

### ***** "Really good."
This is the best game of this type since balatro and slay 1 and 2. So worth it.
-- Chevron77, 2026-05-19

### ***** "Great game, worth $"
Not a huge chess fan but loved this!
-- Angryjay99, 2026-05-19

### ***** "Awesome game! Just some QoL things"
Love the concept and the creativity poured into this game (and the references are a great cherry on top). I’m not sure if the developers are already planning on doing so, but I just wish there was a way to speed up the overall gameplay. The animations are amazing, but given that this game is dependent on replayability, I would love a speed setting as an option just like Balatro. Would also love the opportunity to customize our game as well like different boards, pieces, etc.
-- columarii, 2026-05-18

### **--- "Nice"
I had the demo on my laptop but the hardware was so fried that it just shut off playing it happy I can play it on mobile
-- boby trat, 2026-05-18

### ****- "Great Game - needs better optimization"
Game is addicting, incredibly fun and easy to dump hours into this game. However, I just wish this game was optimized a bit better - makes my device run hot after 15 minutes of play time, despite having an IPhone 16… hopefully this can be fixed soon!
-- MrFrundles, 2026-05-17

### ***** "I’m learning"
I love this game. It feels like Balatro but chess
-- Quelikesapps, 2026-05-15

### ***** "Good"
Good
-- Trespin, 2026-05-15

### ***** "Exquisite"
Love the game it’s like balatro but you have to think alot harder
-- Kamz-123, 2026-05-14

### *---- "Temu Balatro."
This game sucks. The animation is nauseating. Stalemate isn’t even a thing here. No real warning of the boss level coming up. Too much text that is easy to ignore.
-- jacksheart, 2026-05-13

### ***** "Clever mashup of chess and rogue lights"
Really enjoy all the different gambits in this game, and the way it can combine into completely absurd games of chess. And I use the term chess lightly. Well worth the price, would recommend.
-- Cpt_Inevitable, 2026-05-13

### ***** "Addictive"
As a chess lover myself. Best 6$ I've spent in years
-- sawchuk11, 2026-05-13

### **--- "Great idea, meh execution"
I really want to like this game. I love the idea, but there are some things about the execution that I found middling. To begin, I really don’t love the combination of chess with randomness. Many of the game elements rely on luck, which in my opinion play against some of the best parts of a strategic game like chess- just it my cup of tea. Second, many of the gambits/play elements are either poorly described or they don’t work as you’d expect (ex: adjacent doesn’t count diagonals). Play mechanics of the gambits feel a bit half baked, few really great synergies, and about 80% feel useless or not worth the money. Lastly, for a single loop soundtrack I’d love something a little catchier. Great idea though.
-- Reviewer 1999, 2026-05-12

### **--- "Absolute battery drain 🧛‍♂️"
Maybe try the desktop version if you can.

This game heats my phone up like a stove top and slows to a crawl every time I make a move, the particle effects bringing my phone to its knees.

The game is good, I’ve been playing the demo on Steam so it’s nice to see the full version but I probably wouldn’t have bought it if I knew how terrible it would perform.
-- mld2443, 2026-05-12

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## Gambonanza Store Rankings
| Chart | Country | Category | Rank |
|-------|---------|----------|------|
| Топ платных | Финляндия | Games | #13 |
| Топ платных | Израиль | Games | #14 |
| Топ платных | Франция | Games | #15 |
| Топ платных | Чили | Games | #16 |
| Топ платных | Норвегия | Games | #17 |
| Топ платных | Перу | Games | #18 |
| Топ платных | Канада | Games | #20 |
| Топ платных | Великобритания | Games | #23 |
| Топ платных | Германия | Games | #23 |
| Топ платных | Испания | Games | #26 |
| Топ платных | Италия | Games | #26 |
| Топ платных | Соединенные Штаты | Games | #26 |
| Топ платных | Венгрия | Games | #27 |
| Топ платных | Ирландия | Games | #28 |
| Топ платных | Колумбия | Games | #30 |
| Топ платных | Чехия | Games | #30 |
| Топ платных | ОАЭ | Games | #31 |
| Топ платных | Саудовская Аравия | Games | #31 |
| Топ платных | Австралия | Games | #32 |
| Топ платных | Новая Зеландия | Games | #32 |
| Топ платных | Греция | Games | #33 |
| Топ платных | Индонезия | Games | #35 |
| Топ платных | Швейцария | Games | #38 |
| Топ платных | Республика Корея | Games | #39 |
| Топ платных | Бельгия | Games | #42 |
| Топ платных | Швеция | Games | #43 |
| Топ платных | Сингапур | Games | #47 |
| Топ платных | Вьетнам | Games | #56 |
| Топ платных | Австрия | Games | #57 |
| Топ платных | Малайзия | Games | #62 |
| Топ платных | Польша | Games | #70 |
| Топ платных | Нидерланды | Games | #77 |
| Топ платных | Япония | Games | #78 |
| Топ платных | Мексика | Games | #82 |
| Топ платных | Гонконг (САР) | Games | #89 |
| Топ платных | Дания | Games | #100 |
| Топ платных | Турция | Games | #104 |
| Топ платных | Аргентина | Games | #132 |
| Топ платных | Бразилия | Games | #144 |
| Топ платных | Казахстан | Games | #159 |
| Топ платных | Тайвань | Games | #188 |
| Топ платных | Таиланд | Games | #201 |
| Топ платных | Филиппины | Games | #215 |
| Топ платных | Индия | Games | #261 |
| Топ платных | Украина | Games | #275 |
| Топ платных | Эквадор | Games | #340 |

## Gambonanza Discovered Keywords
- gambonanza

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## Gambonanza Available In
- [Соединенные Штаты](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/united-states)
- [Германия](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/germany)
- [Канада](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/canada)
- [Япония](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/japan)
- [Великобритания](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/united-kingdom)
- [Испания](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/spain)
- [Франция](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/france)
- [Республика Корея](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/south-korea)
- [Австралия](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/australia)
- [Гонконг (САР)](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/hong-kong)
- [Турция](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/turkey)
- [Чили](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/chile)
- [Польша](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/poland)
- [Колумбия](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/colombia)
- [Бельгия](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/belgium)
- [Дания](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/denmark)
- [Россия](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/russia)
- [Катар](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/qatar)
- [Шри-Ланка](https://apptail.io/ru/app/gambonanza-lbOy/sri-lanka)
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