# Chess For Chromecast And More

> Multiplayer chess application with various online and local play modes. (iPhone/iPad app by David Phan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-for-chromecast-and-more/id1061998883 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [David Phan](https://appshunter.io/developer/447899636)
- Category: Games, Entertainment
- Price: $1.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-02-12
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-for-chromecast-and-more/id1061998883/reviews.md

## What is Chess For Chromecast And More?

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This app does not contain AI mode.  Player can only play against another player not against machine.  However, app will observe all standard chess pieces movement rules.  Those included basic, castling, pawn promotion, and en passant moves. 

There are four game modes:
Game mode 1:  -  Play On A Single iDevice  -  Two players play using a single iDevice.
Game mode 2:  -  Play On Two iDevices Via Local Wifi  -  Two players play with individual iDevice via local WiFi.
Game mode 3:  -  Online Live Via Game Center  -  Two players play against each other live across Internet via Game Center.
Game mode 4:  -  Turn-based Via Game Center  -  Two players take turns  -  not live  -  across Internet via Game Center.

For game modes that required two iDevices:
A.  Player can choose to resign the match which will result in a loss. 
B.  Player can request for a draw game.  The match will result in a tied game if the other player agreed to.

The match will end with result in a won/lost status if:
A.  Checkmate. 
B.  One player is resigning.
C.  Take turn timeout expiration for a player.  This only applied to game mode 4.  The player with timeout expiration will result in lost match.  This timeout is set at 24 hours. 
D.  A king has been captured.  This resulted when a player's king was in check but the player did not make a defensive move to remove the threat.  The other player will capture the king when his turn to move.  Note that app will highlight the king and all attackers involved.  But it will not prevent a non-defensive move.

The match will end with result in a draw status if:
A.  There are only kings left on game board. 
B.  One player has only a king chess piece left and the other player has a king and a bishop. 
C.  One player has only a king chess piece left and the other player has a king and a knight. 
D.  A draw was requested and accepted by both players.

Others:
A.  In game mode 1, chess pieces can be removed at the beginning of the match. 
B.  For game mode 2, 3, and 4 you can send text massages while game is active.
C.  For game mode 3, you can also activate voice chat.
D.  In game mode 4, a forfeit will result with a lost match.

## Key features

- Play on single device
- Local Wi-Fi multiplayer
- Online Game Center play
- Turn-based online play
- Standard chess rules
- Text and voice chat

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-for-chromecast-and-more/id1061998883/reviews.md

### 1/5 — I wanted this to work

*2017-10-14, version 1.1*

Doesn’t cast to TV (error message)

## Frequently asked questions about Chess For Chromecast And More

### Does Chess For Chromecast And More have an AI opponent?

No, Chess For Chromecast And More does not feature an AI mode. This application is designed exclusively for human versus human play, either locally or online.

### What are the different ways to play Chess For Chromecast And More?

You can play on a single device with two players, via local Wi-Fi on two devices, live online through Game Center, or turn-based online via Game Center.

### How does Chess For Chromecast And More handle game endings?

Games can end by checkmate, resignation, capture of the king, or timeout expiration in turn-based mode. Draws can occur with limited pieces or by mutual agreement.

### Can I communicate with my opponent in Chess For Chromecast And More?

Yes, for modes requiring two devices or online play, you can send text messages. Live online games also support voice chat.

### What are the special chess moves supported by Chess For Chromecast And More?

The app observes standard chess rules, including basic moves, castling, pawn promotion, and en passant captures.

### What is the price of Chess For Chromecast And More?

Chess For Chromecast And More is a paid application, available for $1.99.

### What devices is Chess For Chromecast And More compatible with?

This application is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Chess For Chromecast And More updated?

The latest version, 3.1, was released on January 18, 2020. Updates are not frequent, with the last one being over four years ago.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 3.1 — 2020-01-18

Updated app support URL.

This is an optional update.

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All apps by David Phan: https://appshunter.io/developer/447899636

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