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About SparkChess Pro
About SparkChess Pro
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 game of chess that’s as accessible to experts as it is to novices, kids and anyone else who wants to discover how enjoyable this ancient strategy board game really is.
A GAME OF CHESS THAT EVERYONE CAN ENJOY
Too many chess games are impossible for anyone but the experts and masters to win. The real test of a truly intelligent chess game isn’t how hard it is to beat, but how able it is to accommodate players of all skill levels. It’s here that the award-winning SparkChess excels.
If you’re brand new to the checkerboard, you’re looking to improve your game, you want to teach your kids to play, or you’re ready to progress to the next challenging level, everyone can find the perfect balance in SparkChess.
Complete with online play and a child-safe chat system, you can also import and export of your SparkChess game using the standardized FEN system that allows you to recreate any board configuration to continue your game elsewhere; even using a physical chess set!
FEATURES:
* Practice chess against the computer or challenge your friends in multiplayer.
* Choose from different boards: 2D, 3D and a stunning fantasy chess set.
* A simple user interface that makes games easy to set up and play.
* Choose from different computer opponents depending on your level.
* Play casual, fast or expert games to fit your needs.
* The only chess game designed to appeal to beginners and experts alike.
* Use Coach Mode to have the computer explain, in plain language, why a move was good or bad.
* Learn chess with 20 lessons and 70 puzzles.
* Track your multiplayer progress with statistics.
* Save and replay your games.
* Import/Export games in PGN format.
* Edit the board.
* Chat in multiplayer.
* Watch and comment live multiplayer games.
* Large and friendly community of chess lovers from around the world.
Chess is once again fun to play in SparkChess.
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.
A GAME OF CHESS THAT EVERYONE CAN ENJOY
Too many chess games are impossible for anyone but the experts and masters to win. The real test of a truly intelligent chess game isn’t how hard it is to beat, but how able it is to accommodate players of all skill levels. It’s here that the award-winning SparkChess excels.
If you’re brand new to the checkerboard, you’re looking to improve your game, you want to teach your kids to play, or you’re ready to progress to the next challenging level, everyone can find the perfect balance in SparkChess.
Complete with online play and a child-safe chat system, you can also import and export of your SparkChess game using the standardized FEN system that allows you to recreate any board configuration to continue your game elsewhere; even using a physical chess set!
FEATURES:
* Practice chess against the computer or challenge your friends in multiplayer.
* Choose from different boards: 2D, 3D and a stunning fantasy chess set.
* A simple user interface that makes games easy to set up and play.
* Choose from different computer opponents depending on your level.
* Play casual, fast or expert games to fit your needs.
* The only chess game designed to appeal to beginners and experts alike.
* Use Coach Mode to have the computer explain, in plain language, why a move was good or bad.
* Learn chess with 20 lessons and 70 puzzles.
* Track your multiplayer progress with statistics.
* Save and replay your games.
* Import/Export games in PGN format.
* Edit the board.
* Chat in multiplayer.
* Watch and comment live multiplayer games.
* Large and friendly community of chess lovers from around the world.
Chess is once again fun to play in SparkChess.
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.
Ratings & Reviews
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Downgrading
Apr 16, 2020 I loved playing SparkChess on the browser version. This is one of the first Apps I installed on my iPad. I recommend it to the students that I teach. I had a problem with an older version, but it was fixed. This is one of my favorite chess apps. It has a ton of features.more -
Nov 2, 2020 The AI levels are pretty bad. Either incredibly easy or incredibly hard, but the learning feature is good and the online multiplayer game is worth it alone. -
Great App
Oct 24, 2018 Enjoyable game play it everyday -
Jul 13, 2019 Well done! I have seen this program develop over a number of years. Originally, the play of the game was rather weak. No more! It plays strongly now, yet is adjustable for weaker play if so desired. It offers a number of features as well, for those interested in improving their chess, or in playing others on line. I think it is a bargain at the current price, & highly recommend it.more -
Help
Apr 17, 2020 App won't open. Dec please help. I'll give a good review because I like the browser version but I might change it later
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SparkChess
Aug 1, 2020 I just bought the pro edition and can’t even play multiplayer online -
Hate it !!!!
Jun 2, 2018 Will not allow you to rotate tablet -
Timing is pointless
May 21, 2016 This is an excellent app if you want to play with others online. However, they totally destroyed the entertainment value of chess by imposing a timer which does not allow you to think your next moves. One minute per move is just not enough, and there isn't a way to pause the game once you start. Those are terrible oversights. I feel like I paid for a game with a very bad flaw. Why have a timer at all is ridiculous. I would be more than happy to pay extra to remove the timer, but that's not even an option.more -
Aug 30, 2020 I'm past the opening moves then at 4th move the game was cancelled? What the hell??
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Downgrading
Apr 16, 2020 I loved playing SparkChess on the browser version. This is one of the first Apps I installed on my iPad. I recommend it to the students that I teach. I had a problem with an older version, but it was fixed. This is one of my favorite chess apps. It has a ton of features.more -
Great App
Oct 24, 2018 Enjoyable game play it everyday -
Jul 13, 2019 Well done! I have seen this program develop over a number of years. Originally, the play of the game was rather weak. No more! It plays strongly now, yet is adjustable for weaker play if so desired. It offers a number of features as well, for those interested in improving their chess, or in playing others on line. I think it is a bargain at the current price, & highly recommend it.more -
Nov 27, 2020 It is really a great game with different Al engines . I really recommend to others for practicing chess. -
Oct 8, 2020 Need an Update App was working fine untill last update. Now it's not connecting in Multi-player option. I tried to connect with various network actually problem is with the app. It not asking for internet connection permission
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Nov 2, 2020 The AI levels are pretty bad. Either incredibly easy or incredibly hard, but the learning feature is good and the online multiplayer game is worth it alone. -
Jul 22, 2020 OK
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Help
Apr 17, 2020 App won't open. Dec please help. I'll give a good review because I like the browser version but I might change it later -
Jun 11, 2019 The kids that I coach like the free online version. However it won't install on my Asus Chromebook.
No reviews available
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SparkChess
Aug 1, 2020 I just bought the pro edition and can’t even play multiplayer online -
Hate it !!!!
Jun 2, 2018 Will not allow you to rotate tablet -
Timing is pointless
May 21, 2016 This is an excellent app if you want to play with others online. However, they totally destroyed the entertainment value of chess by imposing a timer which does not allow you to think your next moves. One minute per move is just not enough, and there isn't a way to pause the game once you start. Those are terrible oversights. I feel like I paid for a game with a very bad flaw. Why have a timer at all is ridiculous. I would be more than happy to pay extra to remove the timer, but that's not even an option.more -
Aug 30, 2020 I'm past the opening moves then at 4th move the game was cancelled? What the hell??
What’s Groovy
Generally very good, but from time to time it gives an error message "the AI engine sent an invalid move" causing that frame of chess to end unexpectedly. Is that the AI engine equivalent of a human resigning by knocking over the king?
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What’s Subpar
The 50 move rule is only 25 moves for some reason. This can turn a win into a draw. Please fix.
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Downgrading
I loved playing SparkChess on the browser version. This is one of the first Apps I installed on my iPad. I recommend it to the students that I teach. I had a problem with an older version, but it was fixed. This is one of my favorite chess apps. It has a ton of features. -
The AI levels are pretty bad. Either incredibly easy or incredibly hard, but the learning feature is good and the online multiplayer game is worth it alone.
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Great App
Enjoyable game play it everyday -
Well done! I have seen this program develop over a number of years. Originally, the play of the game was rather weak. No more! It plays strongly now, yet is adjustable for weaker play if so desired. It offers a number of features as well, for those interested in improving their chess, or in playing others on line. I think it is a bargain at the current price, & highly recommend it.
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Help
App won't open. Dec please help. I'll give a good review because I like the browser version but I might change it later -
It is really a great game with different Al engines . I really recommend to others for practicing chess.
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Need an Update App was working fine untill last update. Now it's not connecting in Multi-player option. I tried to connect with various network actually problem is with the app. It not asking for internet connection permission
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I enjoy this chess site and would really enjoy a character between level 2 and 3 for those of us who are not great at chess but need an opponent who is not too easy or hard to beat.
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Great learning tool for kids!
This is a great tool for kids to learn chess, especially with the visual aids teaching you various options to move. For those that are learning to play there is no better chess app in the App Store. The visual cues for how each piece moves is really without parallel. We started playing the app through a free download on the pc through chrome and really liked the way this taught our kids how to play. -
Had it for many years and overall quite happy. I would like to see a more learning integrated and maybe a animated fantasy mode. P.S. Thanks for fixing the navigation buttons covering the app
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Awesome Chess Game!!!
This chess game is absolutely great. Gameplay is solid and the graphics are gorgeous on the iPad. It is the perfect tool to learn chess or just to practice on your spare time. Highly recommended.
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Downgrading
I loved playing SparkChess on the browser version. This is one of the first Apps I installed on my iPad. I recommend it to the students that I teach. I had a problem with an older version, but it was fixed. This is one of my favorite chess apps. It has a ton of features. -
Great App
Enjoyable game play it everyday -
Well done! I have seen this program develop over a number of years. Originally, the play of the game was rather weak. No more! It plays strongly now, yet is adjustable for weaker play if so desired. It offers a number of features as well, for those interested in improving their chess, or in playing others on line. I think it is a bargain at the current price, & highly recommend it.
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It is really a great game with different Al engines . I really recommend to others for practicing chess.
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Need an Update App was working fine untill last update. Now it's not connecting in Multi-player option. I tried to connect with various network actually problem is with the app. It not asking for internet connection permission
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I enjoy this chess site and would really enjoy a character between level 2 and 3 for those of us who are not great at chess but need an opponent who is not too easy or hard to beat.
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Great learning tool for kids!
This is a great tool for kids to learn chess, especially with the visual aids teaching you various options to move. For those that are learning to play there is no better chess app in the App Store. The visual cues for how each piece moves is really without parallel. We started playing the app through a free download on the pc through chrome and really liked the way this taught our kids how to play. -
Had it for many years and overall quite happy. I would like to see a more learning integrated and maybe a animated fantasy mode. P.S. Thanks for fixing the navigation buttons covering the app
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Great chess game. Good range of opponents who seem quite human in their style. Well worth a go.
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Great chess app
Spark chess is one of our favorite chess apps ... Cody, Claire and Boris have become members of our family. Yes, there was a draw issue (which was frustrating) but they fixed it quickly. Good job!
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The AI levels are pretty bad. Either incredibly easy or incredibly hard, but the learning feature is good and the online multiplayer game is worth it alone.
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OK
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Help
App won't open. Dec please help. I'll give a good review because I like the browser version but I might change it later -
The kids that I coach like the free online version. However it won't install on my Asus Chromebook.
Filter Reviews
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SparkChess
I just bought the pro edition and can’t even play multiplayer online -
Hate it !!!!
Will not allow you to rotate tablet -
Timing is pointless
This is an excellent app if you want to play with others online. However, they totally destroyed the entertainment value of chess by imposing a timer which does not allow you to think your next moves. One minute per move is just not enough, and there isn't a way to pause the game once you start. Those are terrible oversights. I feel like I paid for a game with a very bad flaw. Why have a timer at all is ridiculous. I would be more than happy to pay extra to remove the timer, but that's not even an option. -
I'm past the opening moves then at 4th move the game was cancelled? What the hell??
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No reviews available
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SparkChess
I just bought the pro edition and can’t even play multiplayer online -
Hate it !!!!
Will not allow you to rotate tablet -
Timing is pointless
This is an excellent app if you want to play with others online. However, they totally destroyed the entertainment value of chess by imposing a timer which does not allow you to think your next moves. One minute per move is just not enough, and there isn't a way to pause the game once you start. Those are terrible oversights. I feel like I paid for a game with a very bad flaw. Why have a timer at all is ridiculous. I would be more than happy to pay extra to remove the timer, but that's not even an option. -
I'm past the opening moves then at 4th move the game was cancelled? What the hell??
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14.0.0
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