There are plans to add a classical rating pool, though I haven't heard what the minimum time control will be. It's also unlikely to be added before the end of the year.
Please Add a Dedicated Classical Time Control with Its Own Rating
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Hey everyone,
I wanted to suggest something I think many of us would benefit from: a dedicated Classical mode on Chess.com with its own rating system.
Currently, if we want to play serious long games (like 30+20, 45+45, or 60+30), they either get lumped under Rapid or don’t reflect any meaningful rating difference. This makes it hard for players who want to train properly for tournaments or just enjoy deep, thoughtful chess without being rushed.
Lichess already has a classical rating category and a strong classical player base. But I genuinely prefer Chess.com's UI, features, and lessons. It would be amazing if Chess.com introduced a proper Classical section — even if it starts with one or two standard time formats.
I know many serious players (and titled players too!) would welcome this addition. If you agree, please reply or upvote this thread so the team can see how much it matters.
Let’s make this happen!