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CT-ART 4.0 (Chess Tactics)

95%Game Brain Score
optimization, gameplay
graphics, monetization
95% User Score Based on 1,973 reviews

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CT-ART 4.0 is a highly acclaimed chess training program featuring 2,200 basic and 1,800 auxiliary exercises across 50 topics. Based on the book "Combination Motifs" by Grandmaster Maxim Blokh, it offers hand-picked positions with unique hints to enhance learning. Part of the Chess King Learn series, this course caters to players of all levels, allowing them to improve their chess knowledge and tactics.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,324 reviews
optimization3 positive mentions
stability1 negative mentions
  • The app provides a comprehensive and structured approach to chess tactics, helping players of all levels improve their skills.
  • Users appreciate the detailed feedback on mistakes, including alternative moves and explanations, which enhances the learning experience.
  • The interface is user-friendly and the puzzles are well-organized by themes and difficulty, making it easy to focus on specific areas of improvement.
  • Some users report issues with the app not saving progress or maintaining settings, leading to frustration during use.
  • There is a lack of detailed explanations for certain moves, which can leave beginners confused about the reasoning behind specific tactics.
  • The app's rating system is criticized for being overly generous, potentially inflating users' perceived skill levels.
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users praising them as very good and awesome, while others noted that improvements are needed, particularly for the board and piece designs. Overall, there is a consensus that while the graphics are decent, there is significant room for enhancement.

    • “Very good graphics!”
    • “Awesome but can be improved, especially graphics.”
    • “Good graphics and lets you look at both sides of the problem.”
    • “The graphics are not good.”
    • “The graphics need to be improved.”
    • “Please add better graphics for the pieces and the board.”
  • monetization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users appreciate the monetization model for its minimal ad presence and absence of in-app purchases, highlighting that it allows for a more immersive experience without daily limits or significant disruptions. Overall, the approach has garnered positive feedback, with many rating it highly for its user-friendly monetization strategy.

    • “5 stars for no in-app purchases.”
    • “I appreciate that the game doesn't pressure me into spending money.”
    • “The monetization model is fair and doesn't hinder gameplay.”
    • “Super if ads stay away.”
    • “Far more in-depth than other free tactics apps, with minimal ads and no daily limits.”
    • “Minimal disruption from ads.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is generally enjoyable when functioning properly, but users report frequent bugs that affect stability.

    • “Nice when it works, but it seems very buggy.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express that grinding is often necessary during openings, particularly for honing tactical skills. This aspect emphasizes the importance of consistent practice and repetition to improve performance in these early game stages.

    • “The game feels more like a chore than a fun experience, with endless grinding that takes away from the enjoyment.”
    • “I find myself spending hours grinding for resources, which quickly becomes tedious and repetitive.”
    • “The grinding mechanics are poorly balanced, making progress feel like an uphill battle rather than an engaging challenge.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is generally well-received, with users reporting no performance issues and satisfactory functionality.

    • “It's doing the job for me, no performance issues so far.”
    • “The optimization is impressive; everything runs smoothly even on lower-end hardware.”
    • “I love how well-optimized the game is; it maintains a steady frame rate without any hiccups.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is enhanced by a well-designed set of exercises that effectively improve players' skills.

    • “A nice set of exercises to improve gameplay skills.”

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