Chess Clash: Online & Offline
- October 1, 2021
- Miniclip.com
- 8h median play time
Chess Clash: Online & Offline is a strategy game that allows you to test your logical skills against players worldwide or with friends. Choose between Classic Chess and Quick Chess modes, and compete in various arenas for different prizes. Unlock and collect chess sets, chat with other players, and climb the Leaderboards to win big prizes. Daily rewards and multiple game modes provide endless entertainment.
Reviews
- The game is enjoyable and provides a good platform to play chess against various opponents.
- The graphics and interface are appealing, making the game visually engaging.
- The app helps improve chess skills by allowing players to face different levels of competition.
- There are too many ads, which disrupt the gameplay experience and can be very frustrating.
- Many opponents appear to be bots, making the game less challenging and less enjoyable.
- The app frequently experiences connectivity issues, leading to lost matches and frustration.
- monetization425 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report being bombarded with ads after every match, often leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While some acknowledge that ads are expected in free games, the sheer volume and intrusiveness have led to calls for improvements or the option to pay for ad removal.
“No ads, no crashes and just simple.”
“Really fun and like no ads, highly recommend.”
“Great in-app purchases.”
“You spend more time watching ads than playing the game, so I highly suggest moving onto a different chess app or if you do not have this one installed then don't bother!!!”
“This is just another cash grab app with gambling mechanics.”
“The ads are disgusting.... there should be no ads in the match to the next match.....really worst experience of ads ever.....🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮”
- graphics32 mentions
- 66 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the vibrant designs and variety of chess pieces, while others express a need for improvement, particularly regarding the clarity of certain graphics and the overall visual quality. Many users appreciate the game's aesthetic but suggest enhancements to the chess board and character designs for a better experience. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, there is a consensus that further refinements could elevate the game's visual appeal.
“The graphics are vibrant, and the diverse character designs keep the experience fresh and exciting.”
“But frankly speaking, it is a good concept and the graphic display is nice.”
“This game is very nice; I like it personally, it has nice graphics and the chat is fantastic.”
“Bad graphic design!”
“Poor graphics, not easy to recognize the shapes of pieces like 🐴 and ♟️. I don't know if they have real players or only bots.”
“I have rated 4 instead of 5 because I think the chess board can be improved a bit graphically.”
- stability26 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is significantly hampered by frequent freezing and glitches, which disrupt gameplay and negatively impact user experience. Many players report that the game freezes during critical moments, leading to frustration and potential losses, while others mention issues with server reliability and unexpected disconnections. Overall, these stability problems detract from what could otherwise be an enjoyable gaming experience.
“Every second game it freezes at the end, regardless if I win or lose.”
“Game freezes a lot, making the user experience bad... do look into it.”
“It keeps on disconnecting while in the middle of the game, and sometimes it freezes but the time is still moving.”
- gameplay15 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the chess app is generally praised for its simplicity and strategic depth, making it easy to understand and enjoyable for players. However, many users express frustration with the presence of gambling mechanics and disruptive ads, which detract from the overall experience. While some users highlight the need for additional gameplay options, the core mechanics are appreciated, earning a mixed reception.
“Good mechanism, simple gameplay, easy to understand and relaxing.”
“Engaging strategy game with room for improvement. Rating: 4/5. Chess Rush is a captivating auto-battler that combines strategic depth with enjoyable gameplay.”
“Gameplay is great, graphics could be better but nonetheless a great chess game.”
“The ads are now disrupting the gameplay.”
“I refused to use them, and I had opponents clearly spamming hints during gameplay.”
“Promotes gambling ads, also has gambling mechanics in a chess game.”
- story10 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is marred by significant technical issues, including glitches that prevent players from receiving rewards for completed missions and watching ads. These problems hinder the overall experience, particularly for those focused on missions and competition, leading to frustration and a sense of being misled into purchasing additional content without adequate returns.
“Like a story type idea chess style.”
“They trick you into giving you missions so you'll purchase the chess pass but won't give you the points when you complete a mission, therefore you get very little prizes.”
“Post recent update, watching ads for refreshing missions or claiming lucky box is not working.”
“This doesn't usually affect a match of chess but if one is concerned with missions, leaderboards, and competition, these glitches get in the way big time.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is criticized for frequent crashes, lagging, and unresponsive gameplay, leading to a frustrating user experience. While some users note good performance when it runs smoothly, the overall sentiment indicates a need for significant improvements to enhance stability and responsiveness.
“Good performance”
“Need optimization”
“When I play, the network connection drops... now tell me how I can edit my recent review. It's bad performance for this app.”
“Need optimization.”
“Poor performance; feels unnecessarily heavy for no reason.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it both entertaining and engaging. Many users highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter, although some express a desire to limit excessive emoji use during interactions. Overall, the humor adds a delightful layer to the gameplay experience.
“This game is amazing but funny enough ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤”
“It was absolutely great and funny 👌👌 and mainly it is a mind game 🎮🎮”
“Funny funny”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the graphics and diverse character designs enhance the visual appeal of the game, the reviews do not provide specific insights into the depth or progression of character development.
“The graphics are vibrant, and the diverse character designs keep the experience fresh and exciting.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the emotional aspect of the app impactful, noting that while it offers a great experience, moments of loss can be particularly heartbreaking.
“This app is amazing, but sometimes losing is heartbreaking.”
“The emotional depth of the story really resonated with me.”
“I felt a strong connection to the characters, which made the experience truly unforgettable.”