# Bongcloud Chess Training — Master chess opening theory

> Chess opening theory training app with AI, Grandmaster games, and multiplayer. (iPhone/iPad app by Alexander Everett.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bongcloud-chess-training/id1569469939 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alexander Everett](https://appshunter.io/developer/1547819626)
- Category: Games, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 74 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-05-31
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bongcloud-chess-training/id1569469939/reviews.md

## What is Bongcloud Chess Training?

UNIQUE TRAINING IN OPENING THEORY

Get better at the opening with Bongcloud Chess Training and its collection of than 1 openings and its database of 1 Grandmaster game.


FEATURES

- Play with a custom built AI that has mastered opening theory
- Education in opening theory
- Training in mid-game strategy
- Caters to beginners and advanced players alike.
- Play with friends
- Watch ai vs ai
- Dark and light themes
- No signup or login
- First 10 games are totally free. After that there are adverts.

Premium features for subscribers:

- Remembers in progress games so you can close the app and play again later
- No adverts ever


LICENSE AGREEMENT: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

## Key features

- Custom AI for opening theory
- Grandmaster game database
- Mid-game strategy training
- Beginner and advanced player support
- Play with friends
- AI vs AI matches
- Dark and light themes

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bongcloud-chess-training/id1569469939/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Good

*2022-08-18, version 1.1.1*

Good but more Bongcloud style.

### 1/5 — Bad joke

*2022-06-13, version 1.1.1*

Even at the strongest setting, it makes really dumb moves. 

The opening theory and mid-game strategy are nonexistent.

## Frequently asked questions about Bongcloud Chess Training

### What is Bongcloud Chess Training?

Bongcloud Chess Training is a mobile application designed to help users master chess opening theory and mid-game strategy. It features a custom AI, a database of Grandmaster games, and the ability to play with friends.

### Is Bongcloud Chess Training free to play?

The app offers the first 10 games for free. After that, advertisements will be present unless you subscribe to the premium features.

### What are the premium features in Bongcloud Chess Training?

Premium features for subscribers include the ability to remember in-progress games, allowing you to close the app and resume later, and an ad-free experience.

### Does Bongcloud Chess Training have ads?

Yes, after the initial 10 free games, the app contains advertisements. The premium subscription removes these ads.

### Can I play Bongcloud Chess Training offline?

The description does not explicitly state offline play capabilities. However, premium features allow you to save in-progress games, suggesting some level of offline interaction might be possible.

### What age rating does Bongcloud Chess Training have?

Bongcloud Chess Training has an age rating of 17+. This is likely due to the strategic complexity of chess and the app's target audience.

### How often is Bongcloud Chess Training updated?

The app was last updated on April 21, 2022, to version 1.1.1. This indicates a moderate update frequency, though specific release schedules are not provided.

### What devices does Bongcloud Chess Training support?

Bongcloud Chess Training is available on iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Apple Watch. It is designed for iOS devices.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.1.1 — 2022-04-21

Minor bug fixes

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