# Chess Games Collection

> Database of master chess games for analysis and study. (iPhone/iPad app by Andrii Tkach.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-games-collection/id576052254 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Andrii Tkach](https://appshunter.io/developer/757252887)
- Category: Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $1.99)
- Rating: 3.41/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-11-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-games-collection/id576052254/reviews.md

## What is Chess Games Collection?

Chess Games Collection includes more than half of a million games exactly as played by world famous chess players. 

To become a skilful chess player you have to understand the game on every level. One of the most effective ways to do this is to analyse the playing style of the masters. This app allows you to follow the exact moves of the experts, step by step.

To find a game you want to study, you can search by date, white and black players, number of moves, chess opening and game result. Some of these options can be further configured. For example, you can choose a result between such parameters as white wins, black wins, either wins, first player wins, first player loses, or select a draw. 

Many chess players like to win quickly and effectively. The custom search feature will help you to find the shortest games in which the result you specify is achieved. 

Chess Games Collection allows you scrutinise numerous games of chess on your device whenever you want. 

You’ll be able to study the playing styles of: 
- Paul Morphy
- Alexander Alekhine 
- Jose Raul Capablanca 
- Max Euwe 
- Emanuel Lasker 
- Akiba Rubinstein
- Mikhail Tal
- Robert James Fisher
- Garry Kasparov
- Magnus Carlsen
and other world famous chess players. 

Features: 
1. Favourite games
2. Player games
3. Chess opening games
4. Custom search
5. Manual and automatic game views
6. ‘Quick look’ on any move of a game
7. Board rotation
8. Stunning graphics
9. Short game information
10. UI and game view preferences
11. Game sharing
12. Collection store

We’d be delighted to hear your feedback which will help make this exciting application the perfect training tool for chess lovers of all levels from amateur to professional.

## Key features

- Analyze master games step-by-step
- Search by player, date, opening, result
- Custom search for specific game scenarios
- Study playing styles of famous players
- Manual and automatic game views
- Board rotation and quick move look

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $9.99 | one-time |
| Champions | $4.99 | one-time |
| USA | $4.99 | one-time |
| Russian | $1.99 | one-time |
| Mikhail Tal | $1.99 | one-time |
| Robert James Fischer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Garry Kasparov | $1.99 | one-time |
| Magnus Carlsen | $2.99 | one-time |
| Full version | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-games-collection/id576052254/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Always changing numbers orders and hard to track the games

*2022-12-11*

Keep changing order of games and hard to track the game and computer analysis is not possible etc.. Always asking note paste notifications. Really annoying

### 1/5 — Paid collection does not work

*2021-01-06*

The restore function does not work. I bought this app again and same problem. Frustrated that there is no support. Would be nice if someone could help.

### 1/5 — Оплатил 3 покупки внутри приложения. И все пусто

*2020-06-06*

Шахматные партии не появились коллекцию скачал. Верните деньги! Либо почините

### 4/5 — Amazing, but with an obvious flaw...

*2019-01-16*

Firstly, to an enthusiast like me, it is incredible (having bought the ‘Pro’ package for £9.99) to have such a collection of games on your mobile. It seems to contain all the games of all the great chess players you’ve ever heard of, and many you probably won’t have heard of. However, it is almost unbelievable that a dedicated chess app does not recognise ‘en passant’ - every game that I have played through in which this does not occur is fine; but in games in which it was played, this causes the equivalent of a glitch. The ‘captured’ pawn does not disappear, nor does the ‘capturing’ pawn move. The subsequent moves consequently make no sense. PLEASE can the developer rectify this with an update? Then it would easily merit five stars!

### 1/5 — Bad app

*2018-08-07*

Fixed reviews. Bought full version. Ads still appear and the demo version had games and pro version had none. I will be asking for refund or flag this app.

### 3/5 — Mr

*2016-03-01*

Please fix program errors! Where's the product support??

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2015-06-15*

After purchasing very expensive in app option app keeps crashing on start.  Reinstalled, turned phone on/off. No use.  I'll be applying  for a refund. Pity.

### 1/5 — Once you pay for something it crashes

*2014-04-29*

Please issue me a refund, I purchased games but there is no working content. Anyone reading this avoid unless I update this saying that it has been resolved

### 2/5 — App needs fixes

*2014-03-08*

This could be one of the best chess apps if they would fix the tech glitches!
When you tap players, it list only one player to choose, if you purchased other players games then you have to hit search function...you can not change players without difficulty. Also the game misses a lot of peace moves due to a glitch. FIX THE D## glitches!

### 5/5 — CHESS KNIGHT PGN

*2014-02-04*

Saemich.  CHESS KNIGHT PGN WORTHY. $

## Frequently asked questions about Chess Games Collection

### What is Chess Games Collection?

Chess Games Collection is an application that provides access to over half a million chess games played by world-famous chess masters. It allows users to study the exact moves of experts, step by step, to understand and improve their own chess playing abilities.

### How can I find specific games to study?

You can search for games using various criteria, including the date the game was played, the names of the white and black players, the total number of moves, the chess opening used, and the game result. Some search options can be further configured for more precise results.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include the ability to analyze master games, search games by numerous parameters, study the playing styles of famous grandmasters, manual and automatic game views, board rotation, and quick looks at any move within a game.

### Is this app free to use?

The application is free to download and use, offering a vast collection of chess games. There are in-app purchases available, which may unlock additional features or content within the app.

### Who would benefit from using this app?

This app is designed for chess lovers of all levels, from amateurs looking to learn the basics to professionals seeking to refine their strategy. By studying the games of masters, users can gain insights into advanced tactics and playing styles.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2018-02-19

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fixes

### 2.0 — 2016-03-24

Adapt UI for iPhone 6/6+ screens
Memory improvements
Performance improvements
Bug fixing

### 1.2 — 2014-01-17

iOS 7 optimisation
Added chess games of Carlsen Magnus

### 1.1 — 2012-12-16

Correct UI.
Minor bug fix.
Improve collection loading.
Add 3 new collections - Mikhail Tal, Bobby Fisher, Garry Kasparov games.

### 1.0 — 2012-11-18

No release notes.

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