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Chess

A New version of the popular Chess program.

Chess II features

  • Fully RISC OS compliant version of Chess.

  • Computer will think of its move whilst you use other programs.

  • Load and save games, edit board, computer play, step through game.

  • Algebraic notation, on screen clocks, undo move, save game setup.

  • Print games with full RISC OS printer driver support.

  • Play against computer, computer against computer, or player against player.

  • Extensive opening book to which you can make additions.

  • Choice of 2D or 3D board.

  • Save game as Sprite, Draw file or Text. Rotate board.

  • Show hint, show possible moves and replay last move.

  • History window gives continuously updated record of game.

  • Easy setting of play level.

Note Chess II only works on RISC OS. If you have PC Windows, Mac, or Linux, forget it.

Risc User July 1991 said:

"Chess is an absolute bargain... ...playing at a comparable level it always beat Micro Power's offering. ...this has to be the one to go for."

BBC Acorn User October 1992 said:

"Chess costs much less and plays better (than Cyber Chess)".

Archimedes World July 1995:

Chess II rated "best game play" out of five other RISC OS Chess programs.

Release date
April 1995 Version 2.08 RISC OS Compliant. Age Range:7+

Purchase


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Chess II for RISC OS costs £16.00, consists of a disc and printed manual shipped through the post.

Upgrade
If you have already purchased Chess II, you can download the latest upgrade.

Upgrade

Click to download Chess 2.08
to upgrade from version 2.06

Upgrade

Click to download Chess 2.09
to upgrade from version 2.08. 26/32 bit compatible.


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