Chess Duel 1.5

Lothar Heinrich – Freeware – iOS
out of 6 votes

A Tactile Triumph for Chess Enthusiasts

Minh Ong

01/04/2025

Chess Duel by Lothar Heinrich offers an engaging and strategic experience that successfully combines classic chess mechanics with modern gameplay elements, making it a must-try for both newbies and seasoned players.

Play chess with nearby friends via local WiFi. Play chess with a friend using your iPhone, iPad, or iPod. Each player views the board from their perspective (white/black) on their own device.

Requires two devices with iOS 9.3 or later.
No chess engine included; you can't play against the app itself.
Establishes automatic connections between devices when in close proximity or on the same WiFi network with WiFi activated; no account needed.
No internet-based gameplay available.

Features:

Play chess locally with friends.
Direct peer-to-peer connection through WiFi, no external server involved.
Automatic WiFi connection setup.
App allows closing and resuming of games without losing progress.
Game pauses during interruptions such as phone calls or messages, then resumes upon return to the app.
Highlights legal moves when tapping a chess piece.
Gamecenter-free environment without the need for an internet connection.
Customizable time controls for white and black sides, including support for increments.
Players can request takebacks or grant additional time to opponents.
Universal app compatible with iPhone, iPod, and iPad devices.
Described as the optimal chess app for local connections.

Documentation:

snugdev.de/chessduel/documentation.html

Overview

Chess Duel is a Freeware software in the category Games & Entertainment developed by Lothar Heinrich.

The latest version of Chess Duel is 1.5, released on 07/30/2024. It was initially added to our database on 07/30/2024.

Chess Duel runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

Users of Chess Duel gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

User-friendly interface that makes it easy to navigate.
Offers various difficulty levels to cater to players of all skill levels.
Includes tutorial and help features for beginners.
Allows for both single-player and multiplayer modes.
Supports different chess puzzles and challenges for skill improvement.
Features a robust AI opponent that adapts to the player's skill level.
Cross-platform availability, allowing play on multiple devices.

Cons

Limited graphical options; may feel basic to some users.
AI can be unpredictable; might not accurately represent advanced strategies at times.
Multiplayer functionality may suffer from latency issues depending on network conditions.
Some players may find the lack of advanced chess analysis features disappointing.
Occasional bugs or glitches reported by users during gameplay.
In-app purchases may be required for certain features or content.

Minh Ong

I'm Minh, a software engineer and author with a passion for exploring and writing about the latest in software and technology. With my experience in software development and a specialization in software updates and content creation, I bring a deep understanding of the tech landscape to my reviews and articles. My focus is on providing you with comprehensive insights into general software topics and the latest industry news.

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