So, you want to get into Auto Chess games. ACs…Auto Battlers? Regardless of what you call them, these games have quickly become some of them most popular and exciting games out right now.
The genre is simple on the surface. Using money you acquire every turn, you buy units from a shared pool that smack the enemy’s units until either you or your opponent wins. But the beauty’s in the depth. There’s plenty of variables to consider once you’re deep into Auto Battlers, like items, the placement of your units, unit upgrades, character classes / factions and the bonuses they provide. Once you better understand these games they reveal themselves to be the hardcore strategy titles they truly are, demanding you play meticulously or end up beaten or worse, broke.
Dota Auto Chess, Dota Underlords, Teamfight Tactics and Auto Chess all have their distinct differences and individual perks, and everyone’s bound to have a favourite. This article will introduce you to all four of the Auto Chess games and delve into what sets them apart from the others, highlighting unique features to help you figure which ones to start playing.
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