# Chess puzzles! — Fun for beginners and pro's!

> Chess puzzles with varying difficulty levels for all players. (iPhone/iPad app by Erik Brandsma.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-puzzles/id1472604043 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Erik Brandsma](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472604042)
- Category: Games, Casual, Board
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 1,305 App Store ratings · 41 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch
- Released: 2019-07-16
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-puzzles/id1472604043/reviews.md

## What is Chess puzzles!?

Do you love chess & puzzle challenges?
Well, you’ll love Chess Puzzles! This fun variation of the chess game includes mind-teasing challenges categorized in levels that are sure to test your chess skills and problem-solving thinking. 
Can you pass all levels? 
Great for anyone! From beginner to seasoned chess player!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE CHESS PUZZLES!
- Tutorial levels included (great for beginners)
- Simple tap & dragging controls
- Mate in 1, mate in 2 challenges and some alternate challenges
- Cool variation of the classic board game

Now, it’s chess puzzle time!
Download the app for free!

## Key features

- Tutorial levels for beginners
- Simple tap and drag controls
- Mate in 1 challenges
- Mate in 2 challenges
- Alternate chess challenges
- Categorized difficulty levels

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Funky moves | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fun pack! | $0.99 | one-time |
| Human vs machine | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove all ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Chess puzzles!?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Challenging and engaging puzzles
- 👍 No ads or in-app purchases
- 👍 Helpful for improving chess skills
- 👍 Fun and enjoyable experience
- 👍 Realistic and creative puzzles

**Cons**

- 🐛 Some puzzles have no solution or are buggy
- 🔍 Lack of explanations or feedback on wrong moves
- 🔍 Repetitive puzzle types (e.g., queen sacrifices)
- 🔍 Inefficient navigation between puzzles

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Puzzle with no solution ("Mate in 3 - Queen pack - AAAAAAAY-OH")
- Puzzle solution not recognized ("you have one move only ;)")

**Most requested features**

- Reset puzzle option
- Next puzzle button
- Ability to make wrong moves in puzzles
- Puzzle solution hints or explanations

## Recent user reviews (10 of 41)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-puzzles/id1472604043/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Interesting

*2026-08-08*

Really good to take ur chess to the next level. It really teaches those BRILLIANT moves

### 5/5 — I’m a beginner

*2025-07-20*

There are puzzles in this app that are definitely different the the average chess puzzle app in the store. At least the ones I’ve played so far. I’m probably being a bit subtle here. It’s a good thing. 

I wish there was a reset puzzle option. I’m one for the problem you’re currently playing and one for the category section. It’d make replaying a puzzle more efficient.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your kind review, it is much appreciated! I'll look into a reset puzzle option as you suggest :)

### 5/5 — .

*2025-06-13*

Magnus once said puzzles makes games easier and easier

**Developer response:** Thank you for the kind review! I appreciate it

### 5/5 — All bitzzzzzzz

*2024-12-24, version 2.4*

It was noice

### 3/5 — Deal Breaker

*2024-07-06*

It was great until a full screen as pops up playing loud while I'm trying to be quiet.  If you can't work out at least a restriction on the noise I won't use the app.

### 5/5 — i love you

*2024-03-05, version 2.4*

i love you

### 5/5 — No Ads, realistic puzzles, creative ideation

*2024-01-23*

I love chess since I was a child, but as life happens to be so fast, I couldn't manage to play enough chess, no enough time to play, no enough room to think, but puzzles such as this one, with no time waste are instant brain chess shots and I love it!

### 5/5 — Good

*2023-11-28, version 2.4*

This app is making me get better elo on chess.com I was 300 now I’m 1200

### 5/5 — Good

*2023-11-28, version 2.4*

This app is making me get better elo on chess.com I was 300 now I’m 1200

### 5/5 — Novice

*2023-10-23*

Learning comes easy if you pay attention! Excellent!

**Developer response:** Thank you for your kind review, it is appreciated indeed!

## Frequently asked questions about Chess puzzles!

### What is this app about?

This app offers a fun variation of the chess game focused on mind-teasing puzzle challenges. It includes various levels designed to test your chess skills and problem-solving abilities, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced players.

### What kind of chess puzzles are included?

The app features puzzles such as 'mate in 1' and 'mate in 2' challenges, along with other alternate chess challenges. These puzzles are categorized into different levels to progressively test your strategic thinking.

### Is this app free to download?

Yes, the app is free to download. It also offers in-app purchases, which may provide additional content or features for users who wish to enhance their experience.

### Who is this app designed for?

This app is designed for anyone who loves chess and enjoys puzzle challenges. It includes tutorial levels specifically for beginners, while also offering more complex challenges for seasoned chess players.

### What are the controls like?

The app features simple tap and dragging controls, making it easy to interact with the chess pieces and solve the puzzles. This intuitive interface is designed for a smooth user experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4 — 2023-05-08

Added hints!

### 2.3 — 2023-01-15

- Fixed a bug with one of the daily puzzles
- Made "Full force" a bit easier
- Made minor improvements

### 2.2 — 2022-11-01

Small bugfix

### 2.1 — 2022-10-29

- Improved sound design
- Removed the banner ad, it was annoying

### 2.0 — 2022-08-13

- Added daily puzzles
- Stability fixes
- Added advertisements, I know, but they are needed to support development of this app, I also added an option to remove them

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