Keep the combo going
Consecutive merges build a multiplier. Moving into empty space breaks the chain, so plan ahead.
Eat Chess · Royal Merge
A chess puzzle
A chess puzzle
on sixteen squares.
Move matching chess pieces together to merge them. The board fills fast, so a quiet setup move can matter as much as the merge it opens.
Free to play. Optional one-time purchases add mobile sets and themes.
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Royal Merge Web 1.4 · Open full screen
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A closer look
Sixteen squares on your wrist
Play Solo or Battle on Apple Watch.
Leave room for the next move
Select a piece to see its legal moves. Matching pieces of the same level merge into the next type, climbing from Pawn to King. Merge two Kings and the ladder starts again at a higher level.
Castle Swap
A King and Rook of the same level can trade places along a clear row or column. It scores no points, but gives a tight board some room.
Set your pace
Solo
Take your time or add a clock. A Turn Limit gives each move a little more weight.
Share the board
In Versus, two people take turns on one device. Every piece is shared, and your merges earn your points.
Face the Computer
Choose a Computer opponent in Versus, with three difficulty settings to suit your game.
Stalemate Sprint
Try to block the board in the fewest turns. Time breaks ties.
Pick your pieces
Mobile apps include free sets and the Quiet Royal theme, with more looks available through one-time purchases. Royal Patron includes all launch cosmetic packs and its badge. Mac Plus and browser play include their cosmetics; Apple Watch has its own selection.
Snack Attack
Board Together