Chess
Play classic chess on Steam: challenge AI opponents, invite friends online, solve puzzles, customize your board, and unlock achievements.
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9 itemsAbout the Game
Classic chess, now with online play through Steam.
Play Chess your way: challenge the AI, play locally with family and friends, solve puzzles, customize the board, or invite a Steam friend for an online match.
Summer Update: Play Online With Friends
The latest update adds online play through Steam. Start a quick online game, invite a Steam friend, or join a friend's game. This first online beta is designed for relaxed play, with no time limit.
The Summer Update also adds a new set of 777 chess puzzles, new Steam achievements, Steam Rich Presence, and a seasonal soccer-themed board background and avatar.
Features
Online Play With Steam Friends
Invite a friend, join their game, and play chess online through Steam.
Play Against the AI
Practice against multiple AI difficulty levels, from beginner-friendly games to tougher strategic challenges.
Chess Puzzles
Train your tactics with chess puzzles, including a new set of 777 puzzles added in the Summer Update.
Local Multiplayer
Play a classic chess match on the same device with family or friends.
Undo and Save/Load
Take back a move, save your game, and continue later.
Board Editor
Set up custom board positions and explore different chess scenarios.
Themes, Avatars, and Sounds
Customize the look and feel of your chess board with different styles and personal touches.
Timed Games
Add a clock for faster, more focused matches.
Steam Features
Includes Steam achievements, Rich Presence, cloud support, stats, leaderboards, trading cards, and more.
Whether you want a quick casual match, a quiet puzzle session, or an online game with a friend, Chess gives you a clean and flexible way to enjoy the classic strategy game on Steam.
