SocialChess • Online Chess

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SocialChess • Online Chess is a single player and multiplayer casual strategy game. It was developed by Woodchop Software LLC and was released on June 29, 2011. It received positive reviews from players.

A beautiful app to learn and play chess with friends online.

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85%Audience ScoreBased on 460 reviews

monetization18 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

No annoying ads in the free version, making gameplay smooth and enjoyable.
Multiple game modes and time controls catering to both casual and serious players, including ability to play several games simultaneously.
Robust features like game analysis, move rewind, strategy board, and chat options enhance learning and social interaction.

PGN game export is locked behind a paywall, frustrating users who want to own and review their games.
Connectivity issues cause game disconnections and timing out despite good internet, leading to unfair losses.
Concerns over cheating and account bans; improper handling of cheating accusations and lack of effective anti-cheat measures impact user trust.

monetization
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 45% negative mentions
Users overwhelmingly praise the game’s monetization approach for having no ads, even in the free version, which greatly enhances the gameplay experience without interruptions. Many appreciate that the app offers robust features and a clean interface without pushy advertisements, with some willing to pay to support or remove ads if they were ever introduced. Overall, the ad-free environment is considered a major positive and differentiates it from other chess apps.
- “The best part about the game is there are no ads!”
- “No ads, no pay to play, just a very good chess platform to play with friends or meet new people that play.”
- “Best chess app I've tried by far, no ads, loads of players, and great customizable games to suit any player.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38% positive mentions, 37% neutral mentions, 25% negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered decent and functional, with some users appreciating the visuals that help pieces stand out, while others find them simple or outdated and in need of aesthetic improvement. Though the visuals are clean and ad-free, several reviews mention a desire for more realistic or polished graphics to enhance the overall experience.
- “Very good chess app, good graphics and options, computer analysis good too. Only downside is lots of bullet chess, so not so good maybe for classical competitive play, this can lead to a lot of canceled games which can be a problem. Otherwise a real good chess site.”
- “Great graphics also help the pieces stand out.”
- “Good graphics, analysis plus strategy board and fast and slow games.”
- “Even 8GB RAM is not enough to play this game; it feels like playing a game nowadays on a VGA graphics card!”
- “Graphics suck; pieces need to be upgraded to something more realistic.”
- “I'm reviewing this app after my first game; the graphics are not great.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions
User reviews on stability are mixed: while many praise the app for being glitch-free and reliable, some report issues such as sound glitches during moves, occasional freezes when tapping to move, and buggy notifications that affect fast-paced play.
- “I was looking for a good chess app to play against my brother in the states, this is by far the best chess app available, free and can play multiple games. Highly recommend, no glitches either :)”
- “Very fun game and no glitches so far.”
- “The current update has glitches with the sound of moves (sometimes it sounds, sometimes not) which makes blitzes and bullets extremely tricky because if you blink, you can miss a move.”
- “Plus the game freezes at times when you tap to move.”
- “Freezes up all the time.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38% positive mentions, 24% neutral mentions, 38% negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its simplicity, solid mechanics, and flexible settings, allowing for extended play over days. However, some users report issues with automatic logouts and account restrictions, while opinions on graphics and player interaction vary widely.
- “Good interface, easy gameplay, wide range of options/settings.”
- “I have used this app for years and play with friends across the world, keeps me in touch with those elsewhere and just perfect gameplay too.”
- “I love the fact that it allows for gameplay over a period of days.”
- “Why am I logged out automatically and unable to log in again? It says I have used unfair means of gameplay, but I didn't.”
- “Simple, should be able to adjust time from minutes to days in terms of gameplay.”
- “Gameplay, graphics, player interaction, all garbage.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The story offers an engaging quest to become the top king, appealing both to those seeking growth and players looking to enjoy the game experience.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
Users praise the game for its beautiful visuals and immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall enjoyable gaming experience.
- “Beautiful games, beautiful atmosphere and good gaming.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The replayability is enhanced by offering multiple chess variants in the full version, providing players with diverse gameplay options to keep the experience fresh and engaging.

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SocialChess • Online Chess is a casual strategy game. Common tags for SocialChess • Online Chess include free to play, realistic, abstract, competitive and chess.

SocialChess • Online Chess is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

SocialChess • Online Chess was released on June 29, 2011.

SocialChess • Online Chess was developed by Woodchop Software LLC.

SocialChess • Online Chess has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked SocialChess • Online Chess for its monetization but disliked it for its stability.

SocialChess • Online Chess is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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