Achievement Awards

As an enthusiast rediscovering my love for the game, I decided to dive into the world of Chess.com achievements, curious about what it takes to earn each one. From figuring out how to set a profile picture for "Self-Portrait" to tackling the challenge of solving 10,000 puzzles for "Puzzle Addict," I spent hours researching and jotting down straightforward descriptions for every achievement. Each one, whether it’s playing a wild game of Crazyhouse to unlock "Mad Scientist" or grinding my way to "Legend League" in the Players League, felt like a mini-adventure. Putting together these tips and steps was a rewarding project, reminding me how Chess.com celebrates everything from small wins to big milestones, keeping the game fun and engaging for folks like me!

• Self-Portrait - Nice avatar! To unlock the "Self-Portrait" achievement, change your profile picture from the default by uploading a new image in your Chess.com account settings. Go to your profile, click "Edit Profile," and select an image to upload. This achievement encourages personalization, making your profile stand out in the Chess.com community. Any image that meets the platform’s guidelines will work, so choose something that reflects your style!
• Daily - Your first Daily game! To unlock the "Daily" achievement, play your first Daily Chess game, which is a correspondence-style game where each move can take up to several days. Navigate to the "Play" section, select "Daily Chess," and start a game against an opponent. Daily Chess is ideal for players who prefer a slower pace, allowing you to think deeply about each move. You’ll earn this achievement once you make your first move.
• 1st Word - You made a comment or post! To unlock the "1st Word" achievement, make a comment or post in the Chess.com forums or on a daily puzzle. Visit the "Community" section, select "Forums," and contribute to a discussion, or comment on a puzzle after solving it. This achievement rewards engaging with the community, so share your thoughts on a chess topic or puzzle solution to unlock it.
• Chess.com Supporter - You upgraded to Premium! Thank you for your support! To unlock the "Chess.com Supporter" achievement, upgrade to a premium membership (e.g., Gold, Platinum, or Diamond) on Chess.com. Visit https://x.ai/grok for details on subscription options. Premium memberships unlock features like unlimited puzzles, advanced analysis, and exclusive lessons. You’ll earn this achievement automatically upon subscribing, supporting Chess.com’s development.
• Puzzle Newbie - You solved a Puzzle! To unlock the "Puzzle Newbie" achievement, solve your first tactics puzzle correctly without using hints. Go to the "Puzzles" section under "Learn" and select a puzzle. These puzzles train your tactical vision by presenting positions where you must find the best move. Solving your first puzzle correctly unlocks this beginner-friendly achievement.
• Puzzle Beginner - You correctly solved 10 Puzzles! To unlock the "Puzzle Beginner" achievement, solve 10 tactics puzzles correctly without using hints. Continue solving puzzles in the "Puzzles" section. Each puzzle you solve correctly counts toward this goal. Practice regularly to build your tactical skills, and you’ll reach 10 in no time.
• Puzzle Ace - You correctly solved 100 Puzzles! To unlock the "Puzzle Ace" achievement, solve 100 tactics puzzles correctly without using hints. Keep working through puzzles in the "Puzzles" section. This milestone reflects growing tactical proficiency. Track your progress in the puzzle dashboard, and aim for consistency to hit 100.
• Puzzle Veteran - You correctly solved 1000 Puzzles! To unlock the "Puzzle Veteran" achievement, solve 1,000 tactics puzzles correctly without using hints. This is a significant milestone that requires dedication. Solve puzzles daily in the "Puzzles" section, and consider setting a goal (e.g., 5–10 puzzles per day) to steadily work toward 1,000. Your tactical intuition will improve immensely!
• Puzzle Addict - You correctly solved 10000 Puzzles!?! Excellent! To unlock the "Puzzle Addict" achievement, solve 10,000 tactics puzzles correctly without using hints. This is a monumental achievement for dedicated players. Use the "Puzzles" section and maintain a consistent routine, potentially solving dozens of puzzles daily. It’s a long-term goal that showcases your passion for chess tactics.
• Puzzle Machine - Wow! 100 Puzzles in one day!? To unlock the "Puzzle Machine" achievement, solve 100 tactics puzzles correctly within a single 24-hour period. Access the "Puzzles" section and dedicate a day to solving puzzles non-stop. Pace yourself to avoid fatigue, and ensure you solve each puzzle correctly without hints. This achievement tests your endurance and focus.
• Good Habit - You solved Puzzles 7 days in a row - keep it up! To unlock the "Good Habit" achievement, solve at least one tactics puzzle each day for 7 consecutive days. Visit the "Puzzles" section daily and complete at least one puzzle correctly. Set a reminder to maintain the streak, as missing a day resets your progress. This builds a consistent puzzle-solving routine.
• Hot Streak - You got 10 Puzzles right in a row To unlock the "Hot Streak" achievement, solve 10 tactics puzzles correctly in a row without failing any. In the "Puzzles" section, focus on accuracy and avoid guessing. If you miss a puzzle, the streak resets, so take your time to calculate each move carefully.
• Puzzle - Your first Puzzle! To unlock the "Puzzle" achievement, solve your first tactics puzzle correctly. Go to the "Puzzles" section under "Learn" and complete a puzzle. This is similar to "Puzzle Newbie" and introduces you to tactical training, a core feature of Chess.com.
• Lessons - Your first Lesson! To unlock the "Lessons" achievement, complete your first interactive lesson on Chess.com. Go to the "Learn" section, select "Lessons," and choose a lesson (e.g., on openings or tactics). Follow the instructions to complete it. Lessons are guided tutorials that teach key chess concepts.
• Train Your Brain - You attempted 1 Drill! To unlock the "Train Your Brain" achievement, attempt your first drill exercise in the "Drills" section under "Learn." Drills are interactive exercises focusing on specific skills, like checkmate patterns. Complete one drill to unlock this achievement, even if you don’t solve it perfectly.
• Brains of Steel - You attempted 10 Drills! To unlock the "Brains of Steel" achievement, attempt 10 drill exercises in the "Drills" section. Continue working through different drills, which target skills like endgame techniques or tactical motifs. Each attempt counts, regardless of perfection, so keep practicing.
• Silicon Brain - You attempted ALL Drills! Amazing! To unlock the "Silicon Brain" achievement, attempt every available drill exercise in the "Drills" section. This requires completing the full catalog of drills, which may expand over time. Check the "Drills" section regularly to ensure you’ve attempted all available exercises.
• Surprise! - You played your 1st game of Crazyhouse! To unlock the "Surprise!" achievement, play your first game of Crazyhouse, a chess variant where captured pieces can be dropped back onto the board. Go to "Play," select "Variants," and choose Crazyhouse. Complete a game to unlock this fun, chaotic variant.
• Mad Scientist - You played 10 games of Crazyhouse! To unlock the "Mad Scientist" achievement, play 10 games of Crazyhouse. Continue playing Crazyhouse matches in the "Variants" section. The wild nature of dropping pieces makes every game unique, so experiment with creative strategies to reach 10 games.
• Easy as 1-2-3 - You played your 1st game of 3 Check! To unlock the "Easy as 1-2-3" achievement, play your first game of 3 Check, a variant where you win by checking your opponent three times. Go to "Play," select "Variants," and choose 3 Check. Complete one game to unlock this achievement.
• Three Strikes - You played 10 games of 3 Check! To unlock the "Three Strikes" achievement, play 10 games of 3 Check. Keep playing 3 Check matches in the "Variants" section. Focus on delivering checks efficiently to build experience in this fast-paced variant.
• Worker Bee - You played your 1st game of Bughouse! To unlock the "Worker Bee" achievement, play your first game of Bughouse, a team-based chess variant where captured pieces are passed to a partner. Go to "Play," select "Variants," and choose Bughouse. You’ll need a partner, so coordinate with friends or join a public game.
• Hive Mind - You played 10 games of Bughouse! To unlock the "Hive Mind" achievement, play 10 games of Bughouse. Continue playing Bughouse in the "Variants" section, teaming up with others. Communication with your partner is key in this chaotic, teamwork-driven variant.
• Introspection - Use "My Games" database past move 5 To unlock the "Introspection" achievement, analyze one of your completed games past move 5 using the "My Games" database (requires a premium membership). Go to "My Games," select a game, and use the analysis tool to review moves beyond the fifth. This helps improve your game by identifying mistakes.
• Contender - You joined a tournament! To unlock the "Contender" achievement, join your first tournament on Chess.com. Go to the "Tournaments" section, find an open event (e.g., a Swiss or Arena tournament), and register. Participating in a single tournament unlocks this achievement.
• Competitor - You joined 10 tournaments! To unlock the "Competitor" achievement, join 10 tournaments on Chess.com. Keep registering for tournaments in the "Tournaments" section. Explore different formats, like blitz or rapid, to reach 10 while honing your competitive skills.
• Challenger - Wow! You joined 100 tournaments! To unlock the "Challenger" achievement, join 100 tournaments on Chess.com. This is a long-term goal requiring consistent participation in the "Tournaments" section. Join daily or weekly events to steadily work toward this milestone.
• Team Player - You played in a Team Match! To unlock the "Team Player" achievement, participate in a team match on Chess.com. Join a club, then play in a team match organized by your club against another. These matches involve multiple players per team, fostering a collaborative spirit.
• Team Pillar - You played 10 Team Matches! To unlock the "Team Pillar" achievement, participate in 10 team matches. Stay active in your club’s team matches, found in the "Clubs" section. Regular participation with your club will help you reach this team-oriented milestone.
• Killer Pawn - You delivered checkmate with a Pawn! To unlock the "Killer Pawn" achievement, deliver checkmate using a pawn in any game mode (e.g., standard, blitz, or variants). Look for endgame opportunities where a pawn promotion or tactical push leads to checkmate. This is a rare but rewarding feat.
• Killer Knight - You delivered checkmate with a Knight! To unlock the "Killer Knight" achievement, deliver checkmate using a knight in any game mode. Knights excel in tricky checkmate patterns, like smothered mates. Set up positions where your knight delivers the final blow.
• Killer Bishop - You delivered checkmate with a Bishop! To unlock the "Killer Bishop" achievement, deliver checkmate using a bishop in any game mode. Bishops are powerful in open positions, so aim for a checkmate where your bishop lands the decisive move, often in coordination with other pieces.
• Killer Rook - You delivered checkmate with a Rook! To unlock the "Killer Rook" achievement, deliver checkmate using a rook in any game mode. Rooks are key in back-rank mates or open-file attacks. Position your rook to deliver the final checkmate.
• Killer Queen - You delivered checkmate with a Queen! To unlock the "Killer Queen" achievement, deliver checkmate using a queen in any game mode. Queens are versatile, often delivering checkmate in middlegame attacks or endgame scenarios. Look for opportunities to use your queen’s power.
• Random Thoughts - Your 1st game of Chess960! To unlock the "Random Thoughts" achievement, play your first game of Chess960 (Fischer Random Chess), where the back-rank pieces are randomized. Go to "Play," select "Variants," and choose Chess960. Complete one game to unlock this achievement.
• Mix Master - You played 10 Chess960 games To unlock the "Mix Master" achievement, play 10 games of Chess960. Continue playing Chess960 in the "Variants" section. The randomized setup challenges your creativity, so keep experimenting to reach 10 games.
• Juggler - You can play 20 games at once!? To unlock the "Juggler" achievement, play 20 games simultaneously (requires a premium membership). Start multiple Daily Chess games or live games (e.g., bullet or blitz) to reach 20 active games. This tests your multitasking ability.
• World Traveller - You played people from at least 10 different countries! To unlock the "World Traveller" achievement, play games against opponents from at least 10 different countries. Use the "Play" section to match with global players. Check opponent profiles to track countries, as Chess.com’s matchmaking often pairs you internationally.
• Nick of Time - You won with less than a second left! To unlock the "Nick of Time" achievement, win a game with less than one second remaining on your clock. Play fast time controls like bullet (1-minute games) to increase your chances. Time management is critical, so make quick, accurate moves.
• Full House - You won without losing any pieces! To unlock the "Full House" achievement, win a game without losing any of your pieces. Play conservatively, protecting all pieces while attacking. This is easier in games against less experienced opponents or in controlled positions.
• Bring a Friend - Thanks for inviting a friend! To unlock the "Bring a Friend" achievement, invite a friend to join Chess.com by entering their email address in the "Friends" section. Your friend must sign up using the invitation link for you to earn this achievement.
• People Person - Thanks for inviting 10 friends! To unlock the "People Person" achievement, invite 10 friends to join Chess.com via the "Friends" section. Each friend must sign up using your invitation link. Spread the word to build your chess network.
• Club Member - You joined a club! To unlock the "Club Member" achievement, join a club on Chess.com. Go to the "Clubs" section, search for a club (e.g., by interest or region), and click "Join." Clubs are great for community engagement and team events.
• Pack Leader - Your club has 10 members! To unlock the "Pack Leader" achievement, be part of a club that has at least 10 members. Create or join a club in the "Clubs" section and help recruit members if needed. This achievement rewards club growth and participation.
• Ballot Box - You played in a Vote Chess game! To unlock the "Ballot Box" achievement, participate in a Vote Chess game, where club members vote on each move. Join a club, go to the "Vote Chess" section, and contribute to a game. Your team’s collective decisions drive the game.
• Organizer - You directed a tournament! To unlock the "Organizer" achievement, create and direct a tournament on Chess.com (requires a premium membership). Go to the "Tournaments" section, click "Create Tournament," set the parameters (e.g., time control, format), and start it.
• Director - Wow! You directed 10 tournaments! To unlock the "Director" achievement, create and direct 10 tournaments on Chess.com (requires a premium membership). Continue creating tournaments in the "Tournaments" section, experimenting with different formats to reach 10.
• Front Page - You read an article! To unlock the "Front Page" achievement, read an article on Chess.com. Go to the "News" section and select an article (e.g., game analysis or chess news). Reading one article fully unlocks this achievement.
• Reading Glasses - You read 10 articles! To unlock the "Reading Glasses" achievement, read 10 articles on Chess.com. Browse the "News" section regularly to find interesting articles on chess strategies, events, or player profiles to reach 10.
• Library Card - Wow - you read 100 articles! To unlock the "Library Card" achievement, read 100 articles on Chess.com. Consistently explore the "News" section over time to hit this milestone. This achievement rewards your curiosity about chess culture and knowledge.
• 1st Lesson - You completed your first Lesson! To unlock the "1st Lesson" achievement, complete your first interactive lesson on Chess.com. Go to the "Learn" section, select "Lessons," and finish one lesson. These are beginner-friendly and cover essential chess skills.
• "New" Complete - All "New to Chess" Lessons Complete! To unlock the ""New" Complete" achievement, complete all lessons in the "New to Chess" category under the "Lessons" section. These lessons teach basic rules and strategies, ideal for beginners building a foundation.
• "Beginner" Complete - All Beginner Lessons Complete! To unlock the ""Beginner" Complete" achievement, complete all lessons in the "Beginner" category under the "Lessons" section. These cover fundamental tactics and strategies, slightly more advanced than "New to Chess."
• "Intermediate" Complete - All Intermediate Lessons Complete! To unlock the ""Intermediate" Complete" achievement, complete all lessons in the "Intermediate" category under the "Lessons" section. These focus on deeper tactics, openings, and endgames for players with some experience.
• "Advanced" Complete - All Advanced Lessons Complete! To unlock the ""Advanced" Complete" achievement, complete all lessons in the "Advanced" category under the "Lessons" section. These challenge experienced players with complex positions and strategies.
• Say Hello - You sent your 1st message! To unlock the "Say Hello" achievement, send your first message to another user on Chess.com. Go to the "Friends" section, select a friend, and send a message. This could be a game challenge or a friendly note.
• Participant - You are a part of the community! (Need 100 forum comments) To unlock the "Participant" achievement, make 100 comments or posts in the Chess.com forums to earn 100 community points. Visit the "Forums" section, engage in discussions, and share insights to build your points.
• Megaphone - You have so much to say! To unlock the "Megaphone" achievement, earn 1,000 community points through active participation in the Chess.com forums. Post regularly, reply to threads, and contribute meaningfully to discussions to reach this level.
• Chatterbox - You are among the most active members! To unlock the "Chatterbox" achievement, be among the most active forum members by accumulating a high number of community points. Continue posting and engaging in the "Forums" section to stand out as a top contributor.
• Conversation Starter - You created a forum post! To unlock the "Conversation Starter" achievement, create a new forum post on Chess.com. Go to the "Forums" section, select a relevant category, and start a new thread with a question or topic.
• Soapbox - You're a blogger now! To unlock the "Soapbox" achievement, create your first blog post on Chess.com. Go to the "Blog" section, click "Write a Blog," and publish your first post about chess or your experiences.
• Printing Press - 10 blog posts - keep it up! To unlock the "Printing Press" achievement, create 10 blog posts on Chess.com. Continue writing blogs in the "Blog" section, sharing strategies, game analyses, or personal chess stories to reach 10.
• Devoted - You logged in 7 days in a row! To unlock the "Devoted" achievement, log in to Chess.com for 7 consecutive days. Visit the site or app daily, even briefly, to maintain your streak. Missing a day resets the counter, so set a reminder.
• Fanatic - You logged in 30 days in a row! To unlock the "Fanatic" achievement, log in to Chess.com for 30 consecutive days. Consistently access the platform daily, whether to play, solve puzzles, or read content. This rewards long-term dedication.
• Survey Says - You voted in a Survey! To unlock the "Survey Says" achievement, vote in a survey on Chess.com. Look for surveys in the "Community" or "News" sections, often about chess preferences or site features, and submit your vote.
• TV Guide - You watched a ChessTV show! To unlock the "TV Guide" achievement, watch a ChessTV show on Chess.com. Go to the "ChessTV" section and watch a live or recorded show, such as game commentary or tournaments.
• Couch Potato - You watched eight hours of ChessTV! To unlock the "Couch Potato" achievement, watch a total of 8 hours of ChessTV content. Spend time in the "ChessTV" section watching live streams, analysis, or archived shows to accumulate 8 hours.
• TV Junkie - You watched 24 hours of ChessTV! To unlock the "TV Junkie" achievement, watch a total of 24 hours of ChessTV content. Regularly tune into "ChessTV" for tournaments, lessons, or commentary to reach this significant viewing milestone.
• Press Play - You watched your 1st Video Lesson To unlock the "Press Play" achievement, watch your first video lesson on Chess.com (requires a premium membership). Go to the "Lessons" section, select a video lesson, and watch it fully to learn from expert instructors.
• Popcorn Lover - You watched 10 Videos! To unlock the "Popcorn Lover" achievement, watch 10 video lessons on Chess.com (requires a premium membership). Continue exploring video lessons in the "Lessons" section to build your knowledge.
• Film Buff - You watched 100 Videos! To unlock the "Film Buff" achievement, watch 100 video lessons on Chess.com (requires a premium membership). Dedicate time to watching lessons regularly to hit this milestone, learning advanced strategies.
• Movie Star - Wow! You watched 1000 Videos!! To unlock the "Movie Star" achievement, watch 1,000 video lessons on Chess.com (requires a premium membership). This is a long-term goal requiring consistent viewing of lessons over months or years.
• Giver - Nice! You gave someone a Trophy! To unlock the "Giver" achievement, give a trophy to another user on Chess.com. After a game, select a trophy (e.g., "Nice Move") to award your opponent or a friend, fostering sportsmanship.
• Awarder - You have given 10 Trophies! To unlock the "Awarder" achievement, give 10 trophies to other users on Chess.com. Continue awarding trophies after games or to friends to reach 10, spreading positivity in the community.
• Generous Spirit - You have given 100 Trophies! That's great! To unlock the "Generous Spirit" achievement, give 100 trophies to other users on Chess.com. Regularly award trophies after games or to club members to hit this milestone, showcasing your community spirit.
• Gift Wrap - Nice! You gave someone a membership! To unlock the "Gift Wrap" achievement, gift a Chess.com premium membership to another user. Go to the "Shop" section, select the gift option, and purchase a membership for a friend.
• VIP Referrer - A friend you referred just upgraded... Thanks! To unlock the "VIP Referrer" achievement, refer a friend who then upgrades to a premium Chess.com membership. Invite friends via the "Friends" section, and ensure traded to X for pricing details. When your friend upgrades, you’ll earn this achievement.
• Go Mobile (Android) - You play chess with an Android! To unlock the "Go Mobile (Android)" achievement, play a game on Chess.com using an Android device. Download the Chess.com app from the Google Play Store, log in, and complete a game (e.g., blitz or daily).
• Go Mobile (iOS) - You play chess with iOS! To unlock the "Go Mobile (iOS)" achievement, play a game on Chess.com using an iOS device. Download the Chess.com app from the App Store, log in, and complete a game.
• Tweet! - You shared a game on Twitter! To unlock the "Tweet!" achievement, share a Chess.com game on Twitter (now X). After a game, click the share option and post it to your X account. Ensure your Chess.com account is linked to X.
• Like! - You shared a game on Facebook! To unlock the "Like!" achievement, share a Chess.com game on Facebook. After a game, use the share option to post it to your Facebook account, which must be connected to Chess.com.
• Friend Me - You connected your Facebook account! To unlock the "Friend Me" achievement, connect your Chess.com account to your Facebook account. Go to account settings, link your Facebook account, and confirm the connection.
• Finger Paint - You customized your Theme! To unlock the "Finger Paint" achievement, customize your board theme in Chess.com settings. Go to "Settings," select "Board and Pieces," and choose a new theme or customize colors and pieces.
• Prize Winner - You received 10 Game Trophies! To unlock the "Prize Winner" achievement, receive 10 game trophies from opponents or friends on Chess.com. Game trophies are awarded for impressive play (e.g., "Brilliant Move"). Play well to earn these from opponents.
• Trophy Hunter - You received 10 Fun Trophies! To unlock the "Trophy Hunter" achievement, receive 10 fun trophies on Chess.com. Fun trophies are awarded for non-game actions (e.g., "Nice Profile"). Engage with the community to earn these from others.
• Award Magnet - You received 100 Game & Fun Trophies! Impressive. To unlock the "Award Magnet" achievement, receive a total of 100 game and fun trophies on Chess.com. Combine excellent play and active community participation to accumulate trophies over time.
• Eye Doctor - You tested your chess vision! To unlock the "Eye Doctor" achievement, test your chess vision using the Chess.com vision trainer tool. Go to the "Learn" section, select "Vision Trainer," and complete an exercise to improve your board awareness.
• Puzzles 500 - You got a rating of 500 in Puzzles! To unlock the "Puzzles 500" achievement, achieve a puzzle rating of 500 or higher on Chess.com. Solve puzzles regularly to increase your rating, which adjusts based on puzzle difficulty and your performance.
• Wood League - Welcome to the Players League! To unlock the "Wood League" achievement, join the Chess.com Players League. Participate in league events or rated games to be placed in the Wood League, the entry-level tier.
• Stone League - You advanced to Stone League! To unlock the "Stone League" achievement, advance to the Stone League in the Chess.com Players League. Increase your rating through rated games or league events to move up from Wood League.
• Bronze League - You advanced to Bronze League! To unlock the "Bronze League" achievement, advance to the Bronze League in the Chess.com Players League. Continue improving your rating through consistent wins in rated games.
• Silver League - You advanced to Silver League! To unlock the "Silver League" achievement, advance to the Silver League in the Chess.com Players League. Maintain a strong performance in rated games to climb the league rankings.
• Crystal League - You advanced to Crystal League! To unlock the "Crystal League" achievement, advance to the Crystal League in the Chess.com Players League. This requires a higher rating, earned through successful play in competitive games.
• Elite League - You advanced to Elite League! To unlock the "Elite League" achievement, advance to the Elite League in the Chess.com Players League. Achieve a high rating through consistent wins in rated games or league events.
• Champion League - You advanced to Champion League! To unlock the "Champion League" achievement, advance to the Champion League in the Chess.com Players League. This is a prestigious tier requiring a very high rating from strong performances.
• Legend League - You advanced to Legend League! To unlock the "Legend League" achievement, advance to the Legend League in the Chess.com Players League. This is the highest tier, demanding exceptional skill and a top-tier rating from competitive play.