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Chess 1.16

32.6 MB / 100K+ Downloads / Rating 4.5 - 5,846 reviews


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Chess, developed and published by Mastersoft Ltd, has released its latest version, 1.16, on 2015-08-03. This app falls under the Board category on the Google Play Store and has achieved over 100000 installs. It currently holds an overall rating of 4.5, based on 5.846 reviews.

Chess APK available on this page is compatible with all Android devices that meet the required specifications (Android 2.3+). It can also be installed on PC and Mac using an Android emulator such as Bluestacks, LDPlayer, and others.

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Game Details

Package name: com.mastersoft.chess

Updated: 10 years ago

Developer Name: Mastersoft Ltd

Category: Board

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Installation Instructions

This article outlines two straightforward methods for installing Chess on PC Windows and Mac.

Using BlueStacks

  1. Download the APK/XAPK file from this page.
  2. Install BlueStacks by visiting http://bluestacks.com.
  3. Open the APK/XAPK file by double-clicking it. This action will launch BlueStacks and begin the application's installation. If the APK file does not automatically open with BlueStacks, right-click on it and select 'Open with...', then navigate to BlueStacks. Alternatively, you can drag-and-drop the APK file onto the BlueStacks home screen.
  4. Wait a few seconds for the installation to complete. Once done, the installed app will appear on the BlueStacks home screen. Click its icon to start using the application.

Using LDPlayer

  1. Download and install LDPlayer from https://www.ldplayer.net.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file directly into LDPlayer.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Game Rating

4.5
Total 5,846 reviews

Reviews

4 ★, on 2016-12-15
I think its well worth a serious attempt at using it. Graphics were hard for me to get used to only cause it wasn't what I was used to seeing. However I found a setting I really like and it runs smooth on my phone. So far happy how the lower levels plays. I would give it a 5 stars if you could send saved games in PGN format to another device or email.

4 ★, on 2015-11-28
I love the difference in sounds when a pawn is captured compared to when a took or a queen is captured. Beautiful! The graphics is nothing but excellent. I would give it four stars. You guys should try to add training lessons to it as well as create special classes for learning each of the pieces beginning from the small but potentiallypotentially dangerous pawn to the beautiful and all powerful queen. Thanks alot!

3 ★, on 2015-09-16
The look of this app is great, it's very polished and smooth to use with well designed and intuitive interface. Major flaw however is that you can't resign a game! So daft that I'm uninstalling it which is a shame. Also, doesn't rotate to landscape which would be much better on a tablet.

1 ★, on 2016-10-10
The new version now has animated ads on the bottom, plus a pop-over add that covers the entire board. The pop-over has such a tiny close button that I can't help but accidentally hit the ad. Too bad, this used to be my favorite chess app, now I'm uninstalling.

5 ★, on 2016-09-21
How Do You Describe Something' That's (Truly Truly), (Undescribable)... All I Can Say With Every Measure Of My (Heart), Is That This Kind Of (Fun) Can Only Be Categorized As, (Astronomical)... You Feel Me Though?... Before I Break Wide, I'm Gonna Break Bread...You Already know Who It Is... It's Yale Boy,(Bigg Rudyy Ruu)...

5 ★, on 2016-03-30
...and I've DL'd numerous other chess apps. All the analysis, tactics training, and challenging play offered by many free chess websites, with none of the lag/kill pages. The simple, responsive UI (pieces move as directed; nary the unintentional, wtf move) is where this app really outshines the others.

Previous Versions

Chess 1.16
2015-08-03 / 32.6 MB / Android 2.3+

About this app

New to Android for 2015!
Former iTunes #1!



Mastersoft's Chess game is 100% Free and has one of the World's best Desktop PC chess engines crammed inside!


* 100% Free but with one IAP if you wish to remove the adverts.

* 4th in World Micro-computer Chess Championships.

* 100 Graded Levels from Novice to Grandmaster.

* Coach Training Mode guaranteed to improve your game.

* Rating Mode that evaluates your ELO rating and progression.

* 2 Player Mode.




This engine finished 4th in the World Microcomputer Chess Championships and is not available in any other Android chess game. Designed by chess champions to play like a human opponent, Mastersoft Chess will take you from Novice to Grandmaster level! Features stunning high resolution sets by renowned Chess designers.

Easy to play but difficult to beat, this is pick up and play chess at its best!

As previously supplied by the World's biggest OEMs, and now available for FREE thanks to the power of the Google Play Store!


PROFESSIONAL REVIEWS:

"It truly is close to flawless and is by far the best mobile Chess game I have played on any platform."
- PDA 247.


AWARDS

HP Choice Strategy Game of the Year
Smartphone Magazine runner up.

Various levels, board styles and breathtaking Retina Display chess sets combine with an outstanding World beating chess engine to offer you a great playing experience and an ever increasing challenge.

Whether you're just starting out or else a seasoned pro, Mastersoft Chess has something for you!


BEGINNERS

Hint facility
Coach mode showing best moves and biggest threats
Built in coach to monitor your progress
Training levels that dumb down your Android device.
Take back a move if you change your mind!
Your phone checks that your moves are allowed.
Simple intuitive uncluttered interface that lets you concentrate on your game.
NB If you are new to Chess then please ensure that the coach is turned on in options and that the lowest difficulty level is selected.


GRANDMASTERS

A unique engine unlike any other - plays interesting and sometimes quite aggressive chess.
Designed to play like a human opponent - right up to Grandmaster level!
Opening Book of over 23000 moves!
100% Full Chess rules including enpassant, castling etc.
Thought analysis (main line, depth and score).
Setup position (including castling rights, enpassant and side to move)
Move forward / backward to any point in the current game.
Includes Standard Chess Book Sets in addition to the realistic ones.
In depth statistics.
ELO rating system.
100 levels of increasing difficulty.


OTHER FEATURES

Huge collection of stunning high resolution chess sets in both 2D and 3D. Makes the most of your phone display!
Boards constructed from the real thing - Oak, Ash, Marble, Slate and more!
Online play.
Save and load games.
Realistic sound effects.
Adjustable piece movement animation.
Auto saving of your current game.
Great for novices but will grow with you and still offer a challenge at Championship level.
100% FREE!

New features

Various fixes.
Please let us know if you find any issues.
We have re-instated the In App Purchase to remove ads.

App Permissions

Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
Allows access to the list of accounts in the Accounts Service.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.
Allows an application to write to external storage.
Allows an application to read from external storage.