Q: Is Grand Chess completely free?
Yes! Grand Chess is 100% free to play. There are no paywalls, no premium subscriptions, and no hidden fees. You get full access to our Stockfish 18 AI, puzzles, and game review features for free.
Q: Do I need to create an account to play?
No registration is required. You can start playing immediately anonymously. Your preferences (like board themes and AI levels) are saved locally in your browser.
Q: How strong is the AI bot?
Our AI is powered by Stockfish 18, which is widely considered the strongest chess engine in the world. We offer 10 difficulty levels, ranging from absolute beginner (800 ELO) to Grandmaster strength (2500+ ELO).
Q: Can I play against my friends?
Yes! Grand Chess features a robust 'Pass and Play' local multiplayer mode complete with a professional chess clock so you can play a friend on the same device.
Q: Is there a game review or analysis feature?
Absolutely. After every game, you can click 'Review Game' to see an automated analysis of your match, highlighting blunders, mistakes, and brilliant moves.