Chessmaster Xbox
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Oct 26, 2004
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79 out of 100

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9.0 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 6 Ratings

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  • Summary: Chessmaster includes plenty of features to improve your chess skills, no matter what level you are. In Chess School, you can learn basic and advanced tactics before challenging computer-controlled opponents in single-player or multiplayer modes. The game includes a variety of gameplay modes, such as Quick Game, Rated Play, Handicap, Setup Position, and Puzzle. Watch as each piece attacks each other on the checkered battlefield. This immersive environment also features information about your opponent, tournament notifications, and evolving chess personalities.… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. GameZone
    90
    A top quality game that did not short the consumers or insult the seasoned players by dumping a low-end game for the sake of having a chess game for the Xbox. It's a joy to play, and keeps me wanting to come back for more.
  2. PGNx Media
    85
    If you were looking for a great game of chess, with hundreds of AI opponents and even more online, Chessmaster is definitely recommended.
  3. IGN
    85
    Chessmaster is accessible to all skill levels. If you've never played, you can run through the tutorials and, with diligence, can become a true chess pro. If you're already an expert, the higher levels of the AI are incredibly challenging.
  4. GamingTrend
    73
    From the graphics to the dry commentary to the awkward controls, Chessmaster could have had a lot more going for it. Since older versions for the PC can be found, and the mouse interface is more intuitive, I'd have to recommend one of those versions over the Xbox version.

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  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
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  1. JudeL.
    10
    Simply the best chess game money can buy. Period.
  2. FrancsoisF.
    9
    A brilliant game. The chess lessons included are vast and helpfull. good online module.
  3. BlueFalcon
    9
    This is a dream game for anyone interested in chess. I would have given it a 10 if the ai didn't take unrealistic amounts of time to move. Sometimes their moves are instant, and other times they take seriously long times for simple moves. … Collapse
  4. TigranP.
    8
    Chessmaster has always been a decent series of games, and this console port upholds the general good quality. This game is pretty good for somone just to sit down and play, and enjoy, but for anyone who wishes to be serious about chess, this ins't a great chess at all wahtsoever. I'd reccomend a copy of Fritz with Chessbase to vastly improve one's skil by going over games.… Expand