SparkChess Pro20.0.0 - App Store

SparkChess is the only chess game that puts fun first. With a choice of boards, computer opponents and online play, it delivers a first-class experience that is as accessible to experts as it is to beginners, kids and anyone else who wants to discover how entertaining this ancient strategy game really is.

The chess game that everyone can enjoy!

Too many chess apps are impossible for anyone but the experts and masters. The real test of a truly intelligent chess game isn’t how hard it is to beat, but how well it can adapt to players of all skill levels. That’s exactly what makes the award-winning SparkChess stand out.

Whether you’re brand new to the chess board, looking to improve your game, to teach your kids to play, or are ready to take it to the next challenging level, everyone can find the perfect balance in SparkChess.

FEATURES:
* Practice chess against the computer or challenge your friends in multiplayer.
* A simple user interface that makes it easy to set up and play games.
* Choose from different boards: 2D, 3D and a stunning fantasy chess set.
* Play casual, quick or expert games, depending on your level.
* Learn chess with over 30 interactive lessons.
* Study famous historcal games.
* Test your skills with over 70 chess puzzles.
* Learn and practice common openings and their variations (over 100 in total).
* A Virtual Chess Coach explains the consequences of your moves.
* The only chess game that appeals to beginners and experts alike.
* Track your multiplayer progress with statistics.
* Create and join teams.
* Save and replay your games.
* Import/Export games in PGN format.
* Watch and comment on live multiplayer games.
* Child-safe design, with built-in anti-abuse measures built-in.
* Edit the board.
* Large and friendly community of chess lovers from all over the world.

Young or old, beginner or advanced, SparkChess gives you the extra edge to become a better chess player while having fun!

REVIEWS
“Your chess board and pieces are the best by far (compared to any other program, including Fritz 12).”

“SparkChess is a superbly presented and polished program. I think you have achieved your aim of making chess fun, accessible and entertaining for a wide audience.”

“I love the game and play it regularly - great work on the game”

“SparkChess provides deep, intelligent gameplay... [Its] multiplayer offerings are just as impressive.” ~ MaximumPC.com, app of the week.

Version History - Improved AI thinking performance
- New Viking vs Shogun chess set 20.0.0 Feb 21 - Improved lessons and user interface. 18.0.2 03/20/2024 - AI Fine-tuning

- Improved Opening Explorer

- More fun with puzzles

- New lessons and famous games

- Better multiplayer experience 17.0.1 04/21/2023 Improved multiplayer reliability with automatic resync. 16.2.2 08/22/2022 Improved multiplayer reliability 16.1.7 05/11/2022 Fixed a potential issue in multiplayer when receiving multiple invitations. 16.1.2 04/12/2022 - New multiplayer system (incompatible with the old one)
- Multiplayer identicons
- Better Privacy & removed Facebook integration
- Improved 3D board and environment
- Ability to lock the 3D board
- Multiplayer autologin
- Ability to delete multiplayer account
- Lots of usability improvements
- Bug fixes 16.1.0 04/05/2022 Updated description and screenshots. 15.0.9 07/15/2021 Minor fixes only. 15.0.8 07/03/2021 * Small fix in single-player. 15.0.7 04/28/2021 * Opening Explorer
* Board Snapshot in Replay
* Various fixes and improvements 15.0.0 04/22/2021 - Customizable AI strength with Alyx.
- Local multiplayer mode.
- Improved chess engine.
- More learning tools.
- Time control for teams.
- Board improvements. 14.0.0 04/14/2020 * Fix some of the chess lessons
* Fix a rare error when watching live multiplayer games. 12.1.2 10/15/2019 * Coach mode in single-player.
* New 3D Fantasy chess set.
* Create and manage teams in multiplayer.
* Improved AI. 12.0.1 06/10/2019 We added many new features and improved the overall experience:
* Coach mode in single-player.
* New 3D Fantasy chess set.
* Create and manage teams in multiplayer.
* Improved AI.
* UI improvements and bug fixes. 12.0.0 06/06/2019 This version includes several improvements and bug fixes. 11.2.6 09/30/2018 * Improved multiplayer connection reliability
* Track your multiplayer progress with stats and history
* New chat system
* Report / block abusive opponents
* User experience improvements 11.0.0 06/01/2018 Minor bug fixes 10.9.0 01/19/2018 - Multiplayer bug fixes. 10.8.4 12/10/2017 - Automatic reconnect in multiplayer
- Minor improvements 10.7.5 11/28/2017 - New, faster and stronger AI engine
- 3D board that can be rotated, panned and zoomed
- Watch games in multiplayer
- Many more 10.5.0 09/13/2017 - Faster start
- Smoother animations
- Significantly reduced battery usage 9.7.0 12/11/2016 * Multiplayer improvements 9.5.0 09/27/2016 * Revised interface
* Faster AI
* Add/Edit comments and snapshots in Replay
* Better Board Editor
* Multiplayer enhancements
* Bug fixes. 9.1.6 06/16/2016 This is a recommended update that improves the overall multiplayer experience, especially the available room list and bandwidth management.
If you have any issues, use the support area: https://www.sparkchess.com/faq.html 8.2.0 05/31/2015