StrategyFit check
Is ChessVR worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Chess players who want a VR view around the board
- Solo players seeking computer opponents at different difficulty levels
- Puzzle fans who prefer short checkmate challenges
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking campaign progression, varied game modes, or an adventure beyond chess matches and position puzzles
- Chess players who need broad replay variety beyond four AI settings and fixed challenge positions
- Users without a gamepad or Vive controller
Our take on ChessVR
The bounce point is the move interface: players must use a gamepad or Vive controllers to make chess moves. Those expecting a conventional desktop board or mouse-based workflow will hit that hardware requirement before getting into the four AI levels or checkmate challenges.
What is ChessVR?
ChessVR places the player around a virtual chessboard, allowing movement toward the pieces for a close view of exchanges or farther away to consider the next move.
Matches can be played against the AI across four difficulty settings. The game also includes chess challenges, such as finding checkmate in two turns from a given position. Movement works in all directions, and moves can be made with either a gamepad or Vive controllers. Stockfish is included as the default chess engine, while other engines supporting UCI can also be used. Video and sound animations accompany the board, pieces, and player movement.
How ChessVR plays
- 01Four AI Levels
- Computer opponents are available across four selectable difficulty settings.
- 02Chess Challenges
- Some positions require a checkmate in two moves.
- 03Engine Compatibility
- Stockfish is included, with support for other chess engines that use UCI.
- 04Flexible Controls
- Chess moves can be entered with a gamepad or Vive controllers.
- 05Board Movement
- Players can move in every direction and change their viewing distance during play.
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ChessVR: platforms & release
Is ChessVR worth it?
It is worth it if: chess players who want a VR view around the board. Skip it if: players seeking campaign progression, varied game modes, or an adventure beyond chess matches and position puzzles.
Where can I download ChessVR?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens ChessVR's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is ChessVR on?
Windows only.
