The Makeshifter
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Checkers meets twin-stick chaos! Control turret pieces, shoot enemies, and outplay opponents in fast-paced strategy duels. Practice solo against the AI, challenge friends locally, or compete online using Remote Play Together.
Released
July 27, 2026
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Windows
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Last sync
October 7, 2026

Checkers meets guns! Get ready for a fast-paced strategy-action duel!
Twin Stick Checkers completely flips the classic board game, turning it into chaotic, real-time combat. Now, every single piece is also a turret you control, opening up loads of tactical options for shooting, defending, and even sacrificing.
Go head-to-head against the AI if you're playing solo, challenge a friend in local couch co-op multiplayer, or jump online for battles using Steam Remote Play Together.

The core of the game remains familiar: an 8x8 board and two opposing armies aiming to capture pieces.
However, the battlefield has evolved. Now, every piece possesses enhanced capabilities:
Success hinges on more than just captures; it demands strategic planning, superior positioning, and impeccable timing.

Each unit functions as a mini turret on the battlefield.
Unit capabilities include:
Shots can ricochet off the board walls, leading to chaotic crossfire.
A crucial consideration: friendly fire is a real threat.

Twin Stick Checkers supports multiple ways to play:

Classic checkers mechanics with modern twists
Solo play vs AI opponents
Local couch co-op 1v1 multiplayer
Online play using Steam Remote Play Together
Bullet ricochets and chaotic crossfire
Easy to learn, hard to master gameplay