# Checkmate Master — Chess Tactics & Puzzles

> Chess Tactics & Puzzles (iPhone/iPad app by TB SOFT(SK).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkmate-master/id6756158797 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TB SOFT(SK)](https://appshunter.io/developer/495095043)
- Category: Games, Board, Puzzle
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: English, Korean
- Released: 2025-12-05
- Data updated: 2026-06-30
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkmate-master/id6756158797/reviews.md

## What is Checkmate Master?

Experience the pinnacle of chess tactics!

Checkmate Master is the ultimate chess companion for enthusiasts and players looking to sharpen their skills. Solve hundreds of sophisticated checkmate puzzles to improve your calculation, challenge a smart AI, and customize your game with beautiful themes.

Key Features:

Challenging Checkmate Puzzles: From "Mate in 2" warm-ups to complex "Mate in 6" brain teasers, test your tactical sharpness across various difficulty levels.
Smart AI Opponent: Practice your strategy against a powerful chess engine. Choose to play as White or Black and refine your opening and endgame skills.
Star Rating System: Solve puzzles in the optimal number of moves to earn 3 stars! Track your progress and strive for perfection in every game.
Beautiful Customization:
Boards: Choose from over 8 high-quality themes including Classic Wood, Modern Gray, Pink, and Brown Sand.
Pieces: Select your favorite style from Classic, Midnight, Maestro, and more.
User-Friendly Tools:
Undo: Made a mistake? Step back and try a different line.
AI Hints: Stuck on a puzzle? Let the AI guide you to the best move.
Optimized Design: Enjoy a seamless experience on both iPhone and iPad with responsive layouts.

The images of chess pieces and the chess board are from https://github.com/Kadagaden/chess-pieces and are used under the CC-BY-4.0 license (https://github.com/Kadagaden/chess-pieces?tab=CC-BY-4.0-1-ov-file#readme).


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4 — 2026-06-16

The UI has been updated.

### 2.3 — 2026-06-05

The UI has been updated.

### 2.2 — 2026-05-19

Graphics have been updated.

### 2.0 — 2026-03-24

The UI has been updated.

### 1.9 — 2026-02-28

UX has been improved.

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