FritzChess 15

About

FritzChess 15 is a comprehensive chess game designed for beginners and tournament players. It includes a sparring partner with adjustable difficulty, training features, and a database of 2 million games. The program also offers access to the playchess.com server and analysis tools for your own games. The reworked "friend" mode provides an ideal training partner that adapts to your skill level and offers real-time feedback.

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

48%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

stability5 negative mentions

Fritz 15 offers a comprehensive set of features for serious chess players, including extensive training options and a large database of games.
The program is effective for analyzing games and improving chess skills, making it a valuable tool for dedicated players.
The interface is professional and provides a good user experience once familiarized, with options to customize and create personal databases.

The software is plagued by bugs, including issues with the 3D boards, poor scaling on high-resolution displays, and frequent crashes.
The user interface is clunky and difficult to navigate, making it challenging for beginners to use effectively.
Many features require additional payments or subscriptions, which can be frustrating for users expecting a complete package.

stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report significant stability issues with the software, citing frequent bugs, glitches, and performance stalls, particularly with the graphical interface and 3D rendering. Many feel that the current state of the software does not justify its price, especially when compared to more stable alternatives.
- “The chess engine is great as you would expect, but the GUI is buggy at best; it constantly stalls and flickers. It is definitely not worth the money they ask for it.”
- “The 3D rendering of boards looks nice, but the graphics are very buggy and glitchy.”
- “The software is still slightly buggy since it's pretty recent, and now that I have it for around $18, $60 for the rest feels a little overpriced when you can acquire Fritz 14 for much cheaper and 90% of it is the same.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The graphics in the game feature appealing 3D rendering of chess boards, but users report significant bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. While some may find the visuals enjoyable, there are concerns about the potential for misleading gameplay compared to other available programs.
- “The 3D rendering of the boards looks nice, showcasing beautiful graphics that enhance the overall experience.”
- “The 3D rendering of the boards looks nice, but the graphics are very buggy and glitchy.”