Chessmaster 10th Edition Chess Software for PC

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Developer: Chessmaster
OS Compatibility: PC
Media: CD-ROM
System Requirements: WIN 98/ME/XP
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More than ever, Chessmaster 10th Edition delivers on its promise to make you a better chess player. The program will improve your game regardless of your level of experience. This landmark edition provides the largest upgrade ever to the features and graphics of the franchise. Whether you are new to chess or a tournament-level player, Chessmaster 10th Edition allows you to master history's greatest game.

Whether you're new to chess programs or a CHESSMASTER veteran, you'll discover that Chessmaster 10th Edition is the most comprehensive chess software available. Old friends will quickly realize that the 10th Edition is one of the most important updates of the franchise in both graphics and content.

Here are just some of the most important all-new or completely revised elements:

A brand-new, clean, clear, and easy-to-navigate user interface.
A full-featured online chess module, allowing players to communicate, compete, and learn from each other.
The new Chessmaster Academy, where International Master Josh Waitzkin will introduce players to the world of chess and GM Larry Christiansen will review the attacking concept.
More than 30 full 3D chess sets, including the first animated chess sets in a Chessmaster PC game, and the option to view all the 3D sets in enhanced 3D using glasses with red/cyan lenses.
A large selection of game modes for greater replay value.
A section that's completely dedicated to just playing for fun with simplified tools, simplified drills, and a variety of chess puzzles - a great section for kids who are new to the game.
The updated version of the King - the chess engine behind Chessmaster.

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by Zhane - 35 days ago
Lancashire,England England

Member Since: Aug 2007
Member Points: 502

A really good program I would reccomend it to anyone

by geefloyd - 36 days ago
Richmond Hill Canada

Member Since: Apr 2008
Member Points: 7

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This was the program I used to teach my son. For $20 it has a tremendous amount to offer those just starting out. It is probably the defacto chess program in my son's chess clubs that everyone seems to start off on. The tutorials are great and I like using the game analysis for analysing my games and my son's. I haven't been able to export the annotation but I copy and paste into ChessCat.

I would have liked to see more games in the database and with more commentary but for $20 what more can you expect? A fun thing to do is upload famous games for analysis.

The program is buggy so make sure after you purchase it that you download the patch. You can still expect a few crashes now and then.

by ttiot - 2 months ago
Minnesota United States

Member Since: Jan 2008
Member Points: 74

Chessmaster is one of those pieces of software that you probably are familiar with, it's been around for quite awhile, the engine is rated high enough to beat 99.9% of all users but you can pick from opponents that are closer to your own rating.

While I like Chessmaster I don't use it to play against, I use Chessmaster for the lessons by Larry Christiansen and Josh Waitzkin, both are accomplished players (Larry is a GM and Josh an IM) in the Chess world and you can pick up some pointers by watching their lessons, also included are chess puzzles by GM John Nunn, an endgame quiz by GM Larry Evans and Bruce Pandolfini filling in other areas.

For those wanting to practice their Openings, that's included although the program just touches on them.

There is a feature that allows you to play online chess against other Chessmaster users but when I tried there was only a handfull of players online, your much better off going with the Fritz software or sign up with ICC or FICS if your looking for online play.

It does have a significant database of chess games, there again your alot better off buying Chessbase as it contains just as many games and offers just a ton of additional features that are out of the scope of Chessmaster.

I highly recommend Chessmaster 10th Edition as the lessons are worth the price for what you will get out of it.

by Metalhead65 - 2 months ago
Royal Oak, MI United States

Member Since: Feb 2008
Member Points: 2

I'm just learning how to play chess and I have found it very easy to follow. It's great for a beginner like me who knows a little bit of the game but not enough to say I know how to play. Multiple choices for pieces and boards are great. Also the 3 different choices in how to learn the game is helpful. Well worth the 20 bucks.