Fritz for Fun 13

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"Fritz for Fun 13" is a chess video game that offers a training opponent with an adjustable skill level. The game features a chess coach that provides moves explanations, tips, and dangers alerts. It also gives access to Playchess.com, a large online chess community with various activities and events. The game is designed for players of all skill levels to improve their chess abilities and enjoy the game.

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Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Incredible graphics, considered the best 3D graphics available.
Offers a good interface with lots of options and utilities, making it a strong chess software overall.
Includes training functions and the ability to input multiple chess engines, providing valuable resources for analysis.

Requires an activation key that is not provided, leading to frustration and refund requests.
The interface is confusing and feels outdated, making navigation cumbersome and less enjoyable.
Buggy performance with issues like not retaining settings and crashing, detracting from the overall experience.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised as incredible, showcasing some of the best 3D visuals available. However, there are concerns regarding compatibility issues, particularly with older hardware and specific operating systems, which may hinder the overall experience.
- “Incredible graphics!!!!”
- “Best 3D graphics anywhere!!”
- “You really get the impression that the developers think 'the engine should sell the package, the visuals and interface are secondary' and omg are they ever not.”
- “You really get the impression that the developers think 'the engine should sell the package, the visuals and interface are secondary' and oh my god, are they ever not.”
- “3D boards did not work on Windows 7 32-bit with NVIDIA 3100M graphics card with 256 MB of video memory.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users consistently report that the game suffers from significant stability issues, describing it as both buggy and overly complex.
- “The game is buggy and too complex.”
- “The game is buggy and too complex.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its fluidity and intelligence, avoiding mechanical patterns that lead to predictable mistakes, which enhances the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is dynamic and engaging, avoiding mechanical patterns that lead to predictable outcomes.”
- “The game keeps you on your toes, ensuring that every move counts and the experience remains fresh.”
- “It doesn't play mechanically where you have to survive 20 moves, then it makes an obvious blunder.”