# Chess - Play & Learn+

> Play chess against AI and real players, learn with adaptive bots, and solve puzzles. (iPhone/iPad app by Chess.com, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-play-and-learn-plus/id1553918083 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chess.com, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/329218552)
- Category: Games, Board
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.75/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 55 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.5 · 68 MB
- Languages: Afrikaans, Albanian, Arabic, Armenian, Azerbaijani, Basque, Belarusian, Bangla, Bosnian, Bulgarian and 54 more
- Released: 2021-04-02
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-play-and-learn-plus/id1553918083/reviews.md

## What is Chess?

Practice vs Bots! Play vs the world! Grow your inner grandmaster with Chess - Play & Learn for Apple Arcade.

Improve your skills with dozens of chess-bots, ranging from Beginner to Grandmaster. Play against virtual personalities from around the world, each with their own playing styles and weaknesses. Learn quickly with Adaptive Bots who play a little weaker when you are behind - and a little stronger when you have the advantage!

Ready to take on the world? There are thousands of chess fans ready to play right now! You’ll get your own chess rating that will grow with you as you improve - so you always play opponents at your level.

It’s chess at its best!

* 60+ Computer Personalities to play
* Five gorgeous visual themes
* Solve Daily Puzzles that get harder throughout the week!
* With Pass & Play, you can enjoy chess on a shared device, anywhere!
* Join the world’s largest online chess community
* Nine different time-controls for online play - from 30 minutes per side to speedy Bullet games!

## Key features

- Play against 60+ computer personalities
- Compete against players worldwide
- Adaptive bots for skill improvement
- Solve daily chess puzzles
- Multiple visual themes
- Various online time controls

## Recent user reviews (10 of 55)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-play-and-learn-plus/id1553918083/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Play with friends.

*2024-01-14*

I don’t want random appointment. I don’t want a time limit. I don’t care about scores I just want to play with my friends and family. I’d like to start a game and come back to to it later.

### 5/5 — New update

*2024-01-10*

The daily puzzle feature is a major update for the arcade app. Thank you!

### 2/5 — It’s just chess

*2023-09-22*

If you want an play chess with a random person (can’t be someone you know for some reason) or play against a computer. Then great! That’s what this app does. But that’s it. All those reviews from a year ago are still true. No change. Still no learning functions, no way to connect with friends. There are dozens of better chess apps. Don’t waste your time. Developers won’t update this game anytime soon.

### 1/5 — Many bugs and few features

*2023-04-06*

The app contains anonymous multiplayer, bots, and customization options while lacking lessons and other learning features. While not bad, the simplicity of the app leaves much to be desired.

Additionally, after beating many of the bots three became timed at only two minutes. To my knowledge, there is no way to fix this issue within the app. Good luck beating Danya in only two minutes.

### 1/5 — Horrible!

*2023-04-04*

The fact that this is the paid version too is crazy. If you’ve read the other reviews, you’d know that this has absolutely nothing other than the outdated bots which are all the same. If you try playing online, either some of the columns are missing, or everything is invisible. This has no game review, no puzzles, challenges, analysis, or any other feature other than the bots and the buggy online. There is no reason to use this app instead of the normal one. I wouldn’t even get angry at the devs, but seriously? Fix your game

### 3/5 — Decent

*2023-02-27, version 1.0.3 (1)*

i am a huge fan of chess. once i saw the arcade version i was super excited because i could practice on the boys without paying. we should be able to login though.

### 2/5 — Missing features

*2023-01-06, version 1.0.3 (1)*

I mainly have a chess app to play with friends in person and this game lacks both an option to select specific players or an option to play player v. Player forcing you to only play a computer or a randomly selected user. I also would like better move tips or a lesson mode.

### 3/5 — Good but rage quitters are ruining it!

*2022-12-09, version 1.0.3 (1)*

Hey I actually really like this game and app. I started playing online as well and have been enjoying that part even more. However, there needs to be more of a “stick” against people who repeatedly quit if they make a mistake. It’s annoying when people lose the queen early then quit. You should add a feature that takes double points for repeat resignations.

**Developer response:** Thank you for this feedback. We have systems in place to detect when players quit games without resigning, and we're working to expand them! We never want players to have to wait without reason in games, when they could be playing more chess! :)

### 1/5 — Disappointing

*2022-11-09, version 1.0.3 (1)*

You would expect this to be a better version since this is part of apple arcade and yet it is the exact opposite. The rest of the reviews will tell you what I’m talking about and how this version just lacks features from the original, free version. I see no point of this app and am especially disappointed in the inability to play with friends. I do however look forward to any future updates that address this issue and make this as good or better than the free version.

**Developer response:** Thank you for this feedback. We have some major updates to come which will include addition of training features and more!

### 2/5 — Online mode isn’t formatted correctly

*2022-10-08, version 1.0.3 (1)*

I can’t play against actual people because the right part of my board can’t be seen in that mode. I can’t see my rook or pawn on the right side.

## Frequently asked questions about Chess

### What is Chess - Play & Learn+?

Chess - Play & Learn+ is a mobile application designed for playing chess. It offers the ability to practice against a wide range of AI opponents, from beginner to grandmaster levels, and also allows users to compete against other players from around the world.

### How can I improve my chess skills with this app?

The app provides dozens of chess bots with distinct playing styles and weaknesses. It also features Adaptive Bots that adjust their difficulty based on your performance, making it easier to learn and improve. Daily puzzles that increase in difficulty throughout the week are also available.

### Is Chess - Play & Learn+ free to play?

Based on the provided information, the application is available for free. It does not mention any in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a completely free experience.

### What are the online play options?

For online play, the app offers nine different time controls, catering to various play styles from longer games of 30 minutes per side to rapid 'Bullet' games. Users can join a large online community and play against opponents at their skill level.

### Can I play with friends on the same device?

Yes, the app includes a 'Pass & Play' feature that allows you to enjoy chess on a shared device with another person, making it convenient for local multiplayer sessions anywhere.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2024-01-08

Hey chess lovers! Check out two fun new features!
- Make a good habit of solving the Daily Puzzle! Puzzles start easy on Monday - but get harder throughout the week!
- Have a chess friend right next to you? Use Pass & Play to enjoy a friendly game anywhere!

### 1.0.3 (1) — 2022-02-17

Hey, chess-lovers! This new version fixes some minor errors and improves performance when playing online!

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