Fritz&Chesster - Learn to Play Chess (2023)

Fritz&Chesster - Learn to Play Chess cover

Developer: ChessBase GmbH
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Strategy
Rating: 2.9 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A gentle, step-by-step tutorial that turns chess into a playful adventure for children, rewarding patience and practice.

educationalfamily friendlyinteractivestructuredslow pacedencouragingplayfulcoaching

What players say

Players praise the charming art and nostalgic value but widely criticize the price for a short, simple game that takes only an hour or two to finish. Many report persistent bugs, server problems, and a blocked save system, with some saying the developer has not addressed issues for over a year.

Screenshots

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