Chess Genius 4.1.00

Lang Software Limited ❘ Commercial ❘
iOS
out of 9 votes

Unleash Your Inner Grandmaster with Chess Genius

Boris Weber

01/02/2025

Chess Genius offers a powerful AI engine and intuitive interface that appeals to players of all skill levels, making it an essential tool for both beginners and seasoned chess enthusiasts alike.

ChessGenius is an award-winning chess program known for its superior playing strength. Developed by a renowned author whose chess programs have secured ten World Championships, ChessGenius caters to both beginners and experts:

Simple and elegant user interface
Powerful, compact, and fast engine
Diverse playing levels, including easy, blitz, and tournament levels; no network connection required
Real-time display of ChessGenius' thought process, current game status, and planned moves, alongside chess clocks, captured pieces, and opening names (e.g., B12 Caro-Kann)
Game-saving/loading functionality in PGN format, game sharing via email, and setup position tools
Easy import/export of PGN database files through iTunes file sharing
Access to hints, legal move displays, tutoring features, and the ability to receive warnings for blunders or weak moves with the option of take back
Unlimited take-backs and step forwards during gameplay
Play modes including against ChessGenius, 2-player mode, self-play, and analysis mode
Optional display of captured pieces and search positions count
Automatic game restore feature after exiting and restarting
Full functionality available in both portrait and landscape orientations

Overview

Chess Genius is a Commercial software in the category Games & Entertainment developed by Lang Software Limited.

The latest version of Chess Genius is 4.1.00, released on 06/13/2024. It was initially added to our database on 06/13/2024.

Chess Genius runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

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

Pros

Highly rated chess engine with strong AI capabilities
User-friendly interface that caters to both beginners and advanced players
Offers a variety of difficulty levels to suit different skill levels
Contains extensive tutorials and training modes to improve player skills
Allows for customization of board themes and piece designs
Includes analysis tools to review games and learn from mistakes
Compatible with multiple platforms, enhancing accessibility

Cons

The software may be prohibitively expensive for casual users
Can be overwhelming for complete beginners due to advanced features and options
Limited support for online multiplayer games compared to some other chess applications
Some users may find the AI's style of play predictable after prolonged use
Occasional bugs reported in updates leading to performance issues
The lack of frequent updates may leave some features feeling outdated

Boris Weber

I am an editor at UpdateStar. I started as a support engineer, and am now specialized in writing about general software topics from a usability and performance angle among others. I telecommute from UpdateStar’s Berlin office, when I am not working remote as a digital nomad for UpdateStar. When I'm not analyzing the latest software updates, you can find me exploring new cities, immersing myself in local cultures, and discovering innovative tech trends across the globe.

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