Magic Chess: Go Go, developed by Moonton, is an exhilarating auto-battler strategy game set within the Mobile Legends universe. This game masterfully blends chess tactics with hero-based strategies, challenging players to craft formidable team compositions using a diverse array of heroes from Mobile Legends. Although relatively new, Magic Chess: Go Go builds on the well-trodden path of auto-chess gameplay, yet introduces unique elements that distinguish it from other games in the genre. This beginner's guide will delve into the essential game mechanics and highlight the distinctive features that set Magic Chess: Go Go apart from its competitors. Let's dive in!

Understanding the Gameplay Mechanics of Magic Chess: Go Go

For those new to the game, Magic Chess: Go Go is an extension of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), a popular MOBA by Moonton. The developers have taken the core "Magic Chess" mode from MLBB and transformed it into a standalone game, enriched with new features. The game adheres to a classic auto-chess format where you begin with a limited roster of heroes and progressively unlock more as you advance through various rounds. The objective is to engage in multiple battles, with each victory chipping away at your opponents' direct HP, making it crucial to win as often as possible to maintain a high HP and stay atop the leaderboard.

Each hero in Magic Chess: Go Go is assigned a specific position on the battlefield. For instance, Chang'e, a backline hero, excels at dealing damage from a distance. The game features different types of rounds, including hero rounds and creep rounds. Before diving into the gameplay, it's essential to complete the tutorial, which provides a visual walkthrough of all the game mechanics.

The goal is to outlast seven other players in a chess-style competition. While the core mechanics mirror those of the Magic Chess mode in MLBB, Magic Chess: Go Go offers an expanded selection of characters and equipment from MLBB, along with a notable twist in the creep rounds, which now include Go Go Cards alongside traditional equipment and crystals. This addition may evoke a sense of nostalgia for MLBB players, as Magic Chess: Go Go essentially replicates the same game mode with enhanced hero and equipment options.

What are Hero Synergies?

In Magic Chess: Go Go, every hero belongs to a specific faction, which influences their interaction with the game's synergy system. Hero synergies are additional buffs that enhance the performance of heroes from the same faction. These synergies are particularly advantageous in ranked and high-elo games, where experienced players strategically select heroes from the same faction to amplify their stats and gain extra utility buffs. These buffs manifest as boosts to overall stats, such as increased attack, defense, and maximum HP.

Go Go Pass

Similar to the Starlight battle pass in MLBB, Magic Chess: Go Go features its own battle pass called the "Go Go Pass," available in two versions: Free and Premium. The premium rewards are accessible only upon purchasing the premium pass. The pass is structured into multiple levels, which players can unlock by accumulating Pass experience. You can earn Pass XP by completing Daily, Weekly, and Special Tasks, or by spending Diamonds to advance to higher tier levels.

For an enhanced gaming experience, players can enjoy Magic Chess: Go Go on a larger screen using a PC or laptop with BlueStacks, along with the precision of a keyboard and mouse.