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Apps Like Classic chess for iPhone and iPad

Play , learn rules, improve skills

Learn rules through easy-to-understand explanations and visual guides. Play against AI opponents with adjustable difficulty levels from beginner to advanced. Track progress with customizable difficulty settings and rule clarification features.

by Cross Field Inc.★ 4.474 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-12

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  1. Checkers app icon

    Checkers

    Vintolo Ltd

    Play with friends or computer

    Play with 1 or 2 players against computer opponents with 5 difficulty levels. Enable or disable forced captures. Undo moves and enjoy HD graphics on compatible devices.

    ★ 4.786,814 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  2. SocialChess • Online Chess app icon

    SocialChess • Online Chess

    Woodchop Software LLC

    Play with friends or random opponents

    Play against friends or random opponents . Set up fast games with a clock or correspondence games with multiple moves. Track game history and manage ongoing matches. Share results and interact with other players.

    ★ 4.77,204 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  3. Mahjong Pro app icon

    Mahjong Pro

    FAPPS WORLD et Cie SCS

    Play , match stones, clear levels

    Play by matching pairs of stones to clear the board. Complete 15 levels with unique highscores. Track progress and attempt to beat each level's score.

    ★ 4.56,655 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  1. Chess Puzzles Tactics Training app icon

    Chess Puzzles Tactics Training

    Sajed Nahian

    Solve and track progress

    Practice with focused on specific themes like checkmates, sacrifices, and deflections. Customize puzzle difficulty and elo ratings. Solve problems to improve weak areas and track progress.

    ★ 4.6290 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  2. Chess puzzles! app icon

    Chess puzzles!

    Erik Brandsma

    Solve puzzles and improve your skills

    Play puzzles with varying difficulty levels. Solve mate in 1 and mate in 2 problems. Tap and drag pieces to make moves. Includes tutorial levels for beginners. Track progress through different challenge types.

    ★ 4.71,307 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-19
  3. Chess - Free app icon

    Chess - Free

    况 郭

    Play chess against anyone, anywhere.

    The app offers 10 difficulty levels for playing chess against a computer or a friend. It includes over 38,000 chess puzzles and supports online and LAN gameplay.

    ★ 3.274 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-30
  4. Chess Royale app icon

    Chess Royale

    SayGames LTD

    Play , challenge AI, or friends

    Play against AI, friends, or global players. Analyze moves with post-game insights. Solve puzzles and access tutorials. Track progress and customize board themes. Challenge opponents with real-time multiplayer. Save and review game histories.

    ★ 4.520,019 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-15
  5. Pocket Chess app icon

    Pocket Chess

    Steven Barnegren

    Play chess on the go.

    The app offers chess gameplay against a computer or another player. It features an AI engine with three difficulty levels and saves game states when users quit.

    ★ 2.522 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-10-19
  6. Kakinoki Shogi for iPad app icon

    Kakinoki Shogi for iPad

    義一 Kakinoki

    Japanese chess with captured pieces.

    The app offers a Japanese chess experience with the unique rule of using captured pieces. It includes multiple game modes, adjustable computer difficulty, and options for piece display and move assistance.

    ★ 2.03 ratingsGames$5.99Data updated 2026-09-14
  7. 3D Chess Game app icon

    3D Chess Game

    A Trillion Games Ltd

    Play in 3D and challenge AI opponents

    Play in a realistic 3D environment with customizable sets and boards. Compete against AI at 25 difficulty levels or watch AI vs AI matches. Review moves step by step and edit previous games.

    ★ 4.63,531 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-09
  8. Really Bad Chess app icon

    Really Bad Chess

    STFJ LLC

    Play with random pieces

    Play with randomized pieces including 8 knights, 4 bishops, and 3 pawns. Compete against an AI opponent. Adjust piece values and difficulty settings. Save and load game progress. Share game results via social media.

    ★ 3.81,633 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-11
  9. Real Chess Online app icon

    Real Chess Online

    Vladimir Fadeev

    Play with AI or opponents

    Play with advanced 3D graphics and AI assistance. Compete against AI or opponents . Chat with players during matches. Access AI with 2400 difficulty levels. Analyze games using strong AI. Find opponents through matchmaking.

    ★ 4.3482 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-09
  10. Chess: From Beginner to Club app icon

    Chess: From Beginner to Club

    CHESSQUEEN INC

    Play , learn strategies, improve skills

    Learn rules and strategies through structured lessons. Practice with 500 examples and 700 exercises. Track progress through levels to player. Study openings, middle game, and endgame techniques.

    ★ 4.6364 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-11
  11. Kemono Mahjong app icon

    Kemono Mahjong

    Michael Starling

    Play with 4 players

    Play Japanese with 4-player matches against CPU opponents or online. Supports 3-player Sanma mode. Follows EMA rules with traditional and simplified tile sets. Features colorful characters and detailed tile designs.

    ★ 4.9313 ratingsGames$3.99Data updated 2026-09-12
  12. Play Chess - Single Play app icon

    Play Chess - Single Play

    FREEON

    Enjoy a strategic board game experience.

    The app offers a chess game with multiple difficulty levels and artificial intelligence. Users can enjoy various chessboards and engage in offline matches.

    ★ 4.03 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-21

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