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#1 Chess With Friends Free

Android
iPhone

Chess with Friends Free is a strategically based chess game developed by Zynga Inc. The developer of the game has already developed some games before then this app including ‘Words with Friends’ and is renowned among the players. As chess is the world’s oldest and best strategic game of all time, this app enables the user to play this game in a new, better and modern way. The app has a high build-up with high-quality graphics, making the app catchier and appealing for the users. The user interface of the app is quite simple and easy; anyone can easily use the app and play chess. The prominent features of the app include, the user can connect the app with the Facebook so that he or she can play the game with their friends or family. The users can also accept and give random challenges to the unknown opponents. The app is free of cost and is available for iOS and Android devices on iTunes and Google Play respectively.

#2 Chess by Chess.com

Android
iPhone

This app is the chess playing application developed by Chess.com. The game is the world’s most widely played chess game. It has more than 10 million players already and still counting more. The game has a classic and ancient sort of build-up which makes this game entirely different and prominent from the other chess games that are available on the market. The game is equipped with high quality and crystal clear graphics. The game provides more than 50,000 tactics puzzles to the user so that he or she could learn the game better than before and can increase their points and ratings. Other than these the app comprises of videos and lessons for the learning purpose of the user. The best opponent of the game is the app’s CPU itself, having all the powerful and technical skills of the game, it is not that easy to beat the computer at higher levels. After game analyzes provides the user to see his mistake and try to avoid the further approach. The app is free of cost and can be downloaded from iTunes and Google Play.

#3 Chess Tactics Pro

Android
iPhone

Chess Tactics Pro is the strategic chess game developed by Emmanuel Mathis and published by LR Studios. The app is one of the most top rated apps among all the chess apps and games available on the market currently. The game with the powerful setup and typical classy graphics gives a perfect look and seems to be a real high-quality chess game. simpleThe straightforward and direct interface of the game makes the game more convenient to play, as it can easily be handled and played by anyone belonging to any of the age group. The game comprises of more than 2000+ unique chess puzzles and tactics. The tactic training mode is present for the newbies, and they can practice under three different modes, which are solving the daily puzzle, solving offline puzzle pack and 3rd one is the progress mode. In that way, the user will be given random problems to solve and practice. The user is provided level history so that he or she can examine their progress. The app is free of cost, but in-app purchase option is there too for premium features. It can be downloaded from iTunes and Google Play.

#4 Chess Masters

iPhone

Chess Masters is the strategic chess game developed and published by ‘Next is Great’. Although the app is not that much popular among the players, it is the real quality chess based game. The app claims to train the players as professionals. The outlook of the app is quite kinky and alluring, making the app best to play chess. The high definition graphics and smooth user interface of the game are plus additional points of the app. Playing and learning chess through this particular platform enables the user’s approach to select from more than 150 classic chess games. The players can play the game either with the computer or can play with friends and other live opponents’ one on one. The game provides the ability to adjust the machine’s strength so that the user can play on the equal level. The game comprises of two modules. One is the Master Moves, and the other one is the one v one game mode. The game costs $3.99 and can be downloaded from iTunes for iOS devices, either for iPad or iPhone.

#5 Chess Grandmaster

Android

Chess Grandmaster is the simple chess game application developed and published by acerapps. The game is not much famous and high rated as it is new in the market. But quality wise the game is a real top class. It is best for the players who are new to the game of chess and want to learn the game completely and master it. The app does not possess such strong build-up and outlook like the other apps present in the market currently but it’s simple and easy user interface makes it a good and unique choice for playing and learning the game of chess. The app comprises of typical graphics, which are not of such high quality and does not provide the best experience of colors and animations while playing. The app comprises of three primary modes of playing, which includes 2 Player mode, Computer mode, and Random Opponent mode. The user can choose the desired mood in which he or she wants to play. The 2 player mode offers to play against a friend on the same device while offline. In the 2nd mode, the player can play against the computer and can test his skills and competency level. The third mode enables the user to play online with the unknown opponents. The game is available for free on Google Play.

#6 Chess Free – with coach

iPhone

Chess Free – with the coach, is the chess learning and playing app developed and published by Christophe Théron. Despite its usual and ordinary display, this app is one of the most widely used chess application among all the other apps. The game is purely based on the concept of making the player learn the game and develop his skills for being at the top of grandmaster level. The game has pretty ordinary outlook and low-level graphics but learning from this app is praiseworthy. The cartooned animations of the game make it a fun learning and playing environment. The app includes more than 6000 real grandmaster games, which the user can see and hear from them. Analysis and reviews of experts with each game makes it easier to understand and learn the moves and techniques. As the game title shows, the coach of the game while playing will advise the best possible grandmaster moves to the player so that he or she can learn in the real-time playing environment. The app is free of cost and is available on iTunes for iOS devices.

#7 Chess Free By Optime Software LLC

iPhone

It is the strategic chess game based application developed and published by Optime Software LLC. This game is one of the most top rated chess game. The game is highly appreciated and admired all over the world by its subscribers and even critics. Most unique and prominent feature of the app is its high quality, high definition and colorful graphics, which makes the game appealing and addictive for the players to play it. Most of the other chess games do not possess quality sound but whereas this game is concerned, it is equipped with exciting background sound effects and musical beats making it a rhythmic chess game. The game is equipped with best quality AI engine, which provides the best smooth experience of chess playing to the users. The player can either play a single player game with the master computer or can play multiplayer mode with a friend or colleague. The app provides the rotation of chess board while playing in the 2 player mode. Undo option of the app enables the user to re-check all his moves and play again with more concentration. The app is free of cost and is available for iOS devices on iTunes.

#8 Real Chess

Freemium
Android

Real chess is the strategically based chess game application developed and published by Alien force. This game is currently the most viral chess game among all other chess apps available in the market. The app provides real-time chess playing experience to the players. The game already has more than 1 million registered subscribers from all over the world, playing the game online and offline as well. The brilliant outlook and powerful build-up of the app make it worth playing.

The app comprises real-time advanced HD 3D graphics, which provides the user unique and better experience of playing chess. The extreme quality graphics takes the playing experience beyond the player’s imagination. The app offers hints to the newbies (beginners) by showing the best possible moves before. The user can set new and different themes of the set by choosing from the variety of items offered by the game.

#9 DroidFish Chess

Free
Open Source
Android
Tablet
Online

DroidFish Chess is a different sort of chess game developed and published by Peter Österlund. The app is although new in the market and is not much popular among the people like a chess game, but the app undoubtedly provides a unique and best chess-playing experience. The app is equipped with high-quality graphics and a classy, easy user interface, making the app best for players of all age groups. The game comprises of powerful Stockfish chess engine enabling the user to play the game of chess in the best possible high definition and smooth experience.

The basic modes of the game are Analyze mode, Two-Player mood, and a new exciting and unique Blindfold mode. Clocks are available for the player to set a specific time of the move. The game enables the user to edit the chessboard according to his requirement and convenience. The player can adjust the playing strength so that he or she could play on their skill level. The colorful themes and animated moves of the game develop the interest of the player in the game. The game is free of cost and can be downloaded for Android devices from Google Play.

#10 Chess by AI Factory Limited

Android

It is the chess based strategic game developed and published by AI Factory Limited. This game is the highest ranked chess game among all the chess games and apps currently available in the market. The healthy outlook and astonishing mega build-up of the app make its appearance unique and classy. The high quality and high definition graphics of the game provides the best real-time playing experience to the user, and it seems to be playing live on a real chess board. The game comprises of 12 new and unique playing levels, ranging from the beginners to the expert. The user can also learn the game and polish his skills in the practice mode, and it will not affect the progress and points of the user in the game center. Newbies can set the difficulty level according to their competence so that they can learn in an easy environment. The two new and unique modes are also offered by the game termed as Casual and Pro mode. In these modes, the user can set the level of help provided by the game to the user while playing. The user can buy the game for $1.62 from Google Play for Android devices.

#11 Play Magnus – Chess

Freemium
Android
iPhone

It is a unique, fun, and premium quality chess game developed and published by Play Magnus. This game is based upon the World Champion of the Chess Magnus Carlsen. The game has extraordinary build-up and an astonishing user interface, which provides the best possible experience of playing to the player. The graphics of the app are of premium HD quality, which readily appeals to and gains the intention of the player and develops his interest in the game.

The game comprises of official Magnus Carlsen chess engine, which provides an exceptionally smooth and best possible chess playing experience. The game lets the user play with a world champion and increases the excitement of the play. Up till now, the game has one player gameplay mode, but soon multiplayer mode will be offered by the game for its subscribers.

#12 Warrior Chess

Paid
Android
iPhone

Warrior Chess is a different sort of chess game developed and published by After Dark Studios Ltd. The game is getting quite popular and is highly appreciated by chess lovers. The uniqueness of the game is associated with its theme, as the game is based on the historical battle of Hastings. The classy and alluring idea of the year 1066 makes the app unique and different from the other chess games available in the market. The player is automatically attracted to the game because of its high definition 3D graphics brilliantly contrasted with the historical theme.

Playing the game enables the user to experience the ancient times battle indeed. Chess pieces in the game are in animated high-resolution 3D form, which provides flawless excitement and interest to the player while playing this game. The game comprises of 99 AI levels based upon the difficulty and ranging from easy to the difficult. The game costs $1.99 and can be downloaded from Google Play for Android devices and iTunes for iOS devices.

#13 Shredder Chess

Paid
Android
iPhone

Shredder Chess is the strategic chess game application developed and published by shredderchess.com. The game is based on the shredder chess engine, which is has been awarded a computer chess world champion 17 times. The blistering outlook and powerful setup of the game make it one of the best chess app of all time.

The high-quality graphics and easy user interface of the app enable the user to learn and play chess in an enjoyable environment with much comfort. The game comprises more than 1000 chess puzzles for the players so that they can not only learn the actual game of chess but also can polish their skills and be the real grandmaster. The player can adjust the strength of the computer so that he can compete at an equal level.

#14 Chess Openings

Free
Android
iPhone

Chess Openings is the chess learning and playing app developed by Gaussian Knights (K-Technology). The app is not much popular among the players as it is new in the market, but the game is of real premium quality and surely will be liked by real chess lovers. The game has a reliable and sturdy build-up, which lets the user play smoothly. The graphics of the game are also of premium quality. A simple and easy interface enables the game to be convenient for players of all age groups. The game offers more than 1830 different openings to the players so that they can learn the new techniques of the games.

The free version of the app provides 30 free openings, whereas to get access to the other 1800, the user has to pay. By experiencing the 30 free openings, the players will defiantly go for the in-app purchase so that they can unlock the other exciting opportunities and could increase their chess skill, and be a grandmaster. The game provides the two-mode of playing to the user. A learn mode and an Explorer mode. The learning model is a bit restricted and is purely associated with learning the basics of the game. In contrast, the Explorer mode is the standard game mode without any restrictions. The user can play according to his own against the CPU.