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Kings of Games, d.o.o.

For chess enthusiasts and learners seeking a competitive yet gamified environment for skill development.

2apps4.7(107.6K)Games

Snapshot

Who is Kings of Games, d.o.o.?

Modernizing the chess experience through gamified learning and competitive play for a global audience of all skill levels.

Target audience

Chess enthusiastsLearners seeking a competitive yet gamified environment for skill development

Active nemesis

Optime Software

Other rivals

Portfolio

Free 2
2
apps
Games2

Last updated

Chess Universe - Play Online

v1.27.3

4mo ago

Intense

Publisher DNA

What defines Kings of Games, d.o.o.?

Publisher DNA

Primary focus

Gamified chess platforms

Scale

indie

Target audience

Chess enthusiasts and learners seeking a competitive yet gamified environment for skill development.

Origin

Founded in 2019 in Ljubljana, Slovenia, to transform online chess through gaming innovation.

Signature Patterns

  • Gamification of traditional board game mechanics via adventure modes and rewards
  • Consistent freemium monetization model across the portfolio
  • High-frequency update cadence for live-ops and feature refinement
  • Dual focus on educational content and global multiplayer matchmaking
Intense

Portfolio momentum

Released 16 updates across 2 apps in the last 6 months, with the most recent major update occurring 14 days ago.

Last release 14d agoActive apps 2

Company profile

medium confidence
Headquarters
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Founded
2019

Portfolio

What does Kings of Games, d.o.o. ship?

Apps

2 apps analysed

120-opponent offline AI provides structured progression

  • Comprehensive chess lessons and puzzles provide a structured learning path for beginners of all ages
  • Frequent game freezes and forced disconnections during matches lead to unfair losses and frustration

Distributed across 15 markets, strongest in Europe.

Based on 1 of 2 apps with localized market data, more coverage rolling in as scans complete · last scanned .

Americas (4)

  • Brazil1 / 1
  • Canada1 / 1
  • Mexico1 / 1
  • United States1 / 1

Europe (6)

  • France1 / 1
  • Germany1 / 1
  • Portugal1 / 1
  • Spain1 / 1
  • Turkey1 / 1
+1 more europe market
  • United Kingdom1 / 1

Asia-Pacific (5)

  • Australia1 / 1
  • India1 / 1
  • Indonesia1 / 1
  • Singapore1 / 1
  • Vietnam1 / 1

Core markets (1/1 apps)

AustraliaBrazilCanadaFranceGermanyIndiaIndonesiaMexicoPortugalSingaporeSpainTurkeyUnited KingdomUnited StatesVietnam

User Sentiment

How do users feel about their apps?

0

Positive apps

1

Neutral / mixed

0

Negative apps

55/100

Avg sentiment score

Rivals

Who does Kings of Games, d.o.o. compete with?

The rivals identified

Nemeses(1)

Optime Software

known forChess ∙

1 app4.6Games

With over 1.7 million ratings, this app represents the primary incumbent for casual mobile chess players seeking a straightforward, free experience.

Contenders(3)

Chess.com

known forLearn Chess with Dr. Wolf

1 app4.6Games

This app directly competes for the 'learning' audience by leveraging the Chess.com brand and a specialized coaching-first UX.

LICHESS.ORG

known forLichess

1 app3.5Games

A high-velocity competitor that dominates the serious player segment through open-source, ad-free, and feature-dense offerings.

Vintolo

known forChess

1 app4.7Games

A strong, high-rated alternative that competes directly for the casual-to-intermediate player base with a polished, classic aesthetic.

Same space(3)

Chess King

known forChess King - Learn to Play

2 apps4.6Games

Targets the educational niche, positioning itself as a pedagogical tool rather than a competitive gaming platform.

Emmanuel Mathis

known forChess Tactics Pro (Puzzles)

1 app4.7Games

Focuses exclusively on the puzzle-solving vertical, serving as a specialized tool rather than a full-game platform.

Sailendu Behera

known forReal Chess 3D

1 app4.7Games

Targets the visual-first segment of the chess market, focusing on aesthetic immersion rather than instructional depth.

New entrants(2)

Sajed Nahian

known forChess Puzzles Tactics Training

1 app4.4Games

A recent entrant focusing on the high-demand puzzle training segment with a modern, focused feature set.

SayGames

known forChess Royale

1 app4.4Games

An aggressive, high-growth competitor that leverages modern mobile gaming mechanics to capture a younger, more casual audience.

The Analyst's Read

The bottom line on Kings of Games, d.o.o.

Bottom line

Kings of Games is a specialized indie studio successfully applying modern mobile gaming loops to the chess category. Their high weighted rating across nearly 2 million reviews indicates a strong product-market fit for their gamified approach to skill development.

Frequently asked questions

How many apps does Kings of Games, d.o.o. publish?
Kings of Games, d.o.o. has 2 apps tracked by Marlvel, primarily in the Games category.
What kind of apps does Kings of Games, d.o.o. make?
Kings of Games, d.o.o.'s portfolio is concentrated in Games, with an average rating of 4.7/5 across rated apps.
What is Kings of Games, d.o.o.'s top app?
By review volume across the portfolio, Chess Universe - Play Online is Kings of Games, d.o.o.'s best-known app tracked by Marlvel.
In how many countries are Kings of Games, d.o.o.'s apps available?
Marlvel has tracked Kings of Games, d.o.o.'s apps across 15 countries.

What fed this analysis

Apps analyzed:
2
With full intel:
0
With overview:
2
Website scraped:
yes
Social presence:
yes

Disclosure: Independent intel to help mobile builders succeed.

AI-powered analysis with automated quality gates, built from publicly available sources. Marlvel.ai is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Kings of Games, d.o.o., its developer, the app publisher, Apple, or Google Play. All trademarks, logos, and screenshots referenced remain the property of their respective owners.

Cite this report

Marlvel.ai. “Kings of Games, d.o.o. intelligence.” Updated 2026-04-21. https://marlvel.ai/publishers/kings-of-games-d-o-o

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