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Is Fritz for Fun 13 worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Chess beginners who want guided practice against adjustable computer opponents
- Club players seeking opening references and structured checkmate drills
- Chess enthusiasts interested in online tournaments, training sessions, and broadcasts
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking a broad range of game modes beyond chess training, engine matches, puzzles, and online chess activities
- Players who want a modern chess platform centered on content released after December 2015
- Players looking for a free chess program rather than a paid package with one month of Premium access
Our take on Fritz for Fun 13
The store copy places strong emphasis on playing against opponents and joining a large online chess community, while the included Premium access lasts one month. The product also foregrounds databases and training materials tied to a position database available through December 2015.
What is Fritz for Fun 13?
Fritz for Fun 13 is a chess program with two engines: Fritz 13 and a training engine that adjusts its play to the player’s rating.
An integrated coach explains moves and positions, offers hints, identifies dangers, and provides opening statistics. Players can use Friend Mode, receive help during games, and practice with 1,000 checkmate exercises, including the “101 Checkmate puzzles” set. The package includes first-class video trainers, a database of 1. 5 million games, and access to more than 200 million analyzed positions through December 2015. It also provides 18 three-dimensional boards, 9 two-dimensional boards, and 5 two-dimensional piece sets. A one-month Premium membership provides online play, training, and broadcasts.
How Fritz for Fun 13 plays
- 01Adjustable chess engines
- The Fritz engine changes its play to match different ratings, while a separate training engine provides practice opponents.
- 02Integrated move coaching
- The coach explains positions, offers tips, flags hidden dangers, and supplies opening statistics.
- 03Chess game database
- The package contains 1.5 million games and access to over 200 million analyzed positions through December 2015.
- 04Checkmate practice
- Training materials include 1,000 checkmate exercises and a separate set titled “101 Checkmate puzzles.”
- 05Board customization
- Players can choose from 18 3D boards, 9 2D boards, and 5 sets of 2D pieces.
- 06Online chess access
- A one-month Premium membership covers online play, training, tournaments, blitz games, and broadcasts with Grandmaster commentary.
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Fritz for Fun 13: platforms & release
Is Fritz for Fun 13 worth it?
It is worth it if: chess beginners who want guided practice against adjustable computer opponents. Skip it if: players seeking a broad range of game modes beyond chess training, engine matches, puzzles, and online chess activities.
Where can I download Fritz for Fun 13?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Fritz for Fun 13's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Fritz for Fun 13 on?
Windows only.
