# ChessHop — Hop to the Top

> Hop to the Top (iPhone/iPad app by 勇 刘.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chesshop/id6760942488 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [勇 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/1872085466)
- Category: Education, Sports
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 91 MB
- Languages: American English, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish
- Released: 2026-03-24
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chesshop/id6760942488/reviews.md

## What is ChessHop?

Every chess app gives you an engine. None gives you someone who remembers your last game.

ChessHop isn't just another chess app. We built 10 AI opponents — each with a name, a personality, a favorite opening, and a memory. They don't just play you. They get to know you.

■ 10 Opponents. Real Personality.

From Pip, the lovable beginner who panics at every blunder, to The Oracle, who speaks as though pronouncing fate — every AI has a unique tactical style and temperament. You're not adjusting a difficulty slider. You're choosing who to sit across from. Beat them one by one, and you'll feel yourself getting stronger.

■ They Remember You.

Challenge Sasha again, and she'll recall that knight sacrifice you tried last time. Coach Mac won't forget what he criticized you for. The Oracle will note this is your fifth encounter. Every opponent builds a relationship with you — from stranger, to familiar face, to true rival.

■ Not Just an Opponent. A Playing Partner.

Powered by advanced language models, your opponent engages in real conversation as you play. A brilliant move earns genuine praise. A reckless one might earn a pause — some opponents will hesitate, hinting you should think again. They get tense. They get confident. They shift tone when the endgame arrives. These aren't scripted lines — they're natural responses shaped by the live position on the board.

■ Every Game Deserves a Real Conversation.

After each match, you don't just see mistakes flagged — you can actually talk to your opponent about the game. "Why was move 12 a mistake?" "What would you have played instead?" The AI answers in character, backed by engine analysis, walking through the game with you move by move like a patient friend at the board.

■ Watch Yourself Grow.

Star ratings. ELO scores. Achievement badges. Habit tracking — your tendency to develop the queen too early gets noticed, your delayed castling gets flagged. First win, first brilliant move, first clean victory, major comeback — every milestone is remembered. Look back in a few months, and positions that used to stump you are now second nature.

■ Designed for Focus.

Smooth piece animations. Haptic feedback on every move. A clean, refined interface with nothing in the way. Just you and the board.

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Is this you?
· You replay your games in your head on the commute home.
· You want the opponent across the board to remember you, not just calculate against you.
· You want someone to talk to after the game — not just a list of mistakes.
· You're climbing from beginner to master and want real feedback at every step.

Your move. But this time, you're not playing alone.

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Website: https://chess.tanbox.site
Privacy Policy: https://chess.tanbox.site/privacy.html
Terms of Use: https://chess.tanbox.site/user_agreement.html

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Continue Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Training Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Progress Pack | $3.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.0 — 2026-08-30

- Daily Challenges — Sharpen your tactics every day with curated endgame and mini-chess puzzles. Track your progress and keep your winning streak alive!
- Ultra-Smooth Board Experience — Re-engineered board rendering for buttery-smooth piece movements, crisp highlights, and responsive touch controls.
- Rock-Solid AI Engine — Enhanced Stockfish engine initialization and auto-recovery for uninterrupted gameplay and reliable deep analysis.
- Smarter Hints & Move Analysis — Refined best-move highlighting and post-game insights to help you spot winning opportunities faster.
- Visual & UI Polish — Dynamic AI opponent glow effects, improved material balance display, and animated rewards on the game result screen.
- Bug fixes and performance improvements for a smoother chess journey.

### 1.2.2 — 2026-04-02

Your opponent can finally stay after the game.

- Post-Game Conversations — The game doesn't end at checkmate anymore. Sit down with your AI opponent and talk through what just happened. "Why was that move a blunder?" "What would you have played instead?" They answer in character, backed by real engine analysis — like debriefing with a friend who was right there across the board.
- Game History & Replay — Every game is saved. Scroll through your past battles, replay move by move, and compare your actual play against the engine's best line and candidate moves at a glance.
- Post-Game Insights — New performance highlights and player profile analytics. Your growth story, told in data.
- Piece Animations — Redesigned move and capture animations with knockout particle effects. Every piece now lands with weight and intention.
- Game Result Screens — Victory feels bigger. Draws feel dramatic. Even losses get a proper curtain call.
- Deeper Analysis — Upgraded Stockfish parsing and expanded AI opening book. The engine sees more, so you learn more.
- Spanish & Russian — New localizations for our growing global chess community.
- Visual Polish — Refreshed brand palette, softer card shadows, and a reimagined level selection layout — small touches that make the whole experience feel sharper.

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Website: https://chess.tanbox.site
Privacy Policy: https://chess.tanbox.site/privacy.html
Terms of Use: https://chess.tanbox.site/user_agreement.html

### 1.2 — 2026-03-28

- **Post-Game AI Chat** — After each game, chat with the AI coach about your moves, review key moments, and get personalized improvement tips.
- **Game History & Replay** — Browse past games, replay moves, and review AI analysis with board previews for played, best, and candidate moves.
- **Enhanced Post-Game Reflection** — Detailed performance highlights and profile insights to track your chess progress.
- **Chess Piece Animations** — Smooth movement, capture animations, and knockout particle effects make every move feel satisfying.
- **Game Result Celebration** — Vibrant victory, draw, and loss screens with lively animations.
- **Smarter AI Analysis** — Improved Stockfish engine parsing and AI opening book support for deeper, more accurate analysis.
- **Spanish & Russian Languages** — New localizations added.
- **UI Refinements** — Updated brand colors, softer shadows, and improved level selection layout.

### 1.1 — 2026-03-26

This update brings a massive upgrade to your chess experience! We have completely reimagined the post-game analysis and added stunning visual effects.

All-New AI Post-Game Chat Say goodbye to boring victory screens. Dive into an interactive review where your AI opponent provides tailored feedback and lets you preview specific moves right in the chat.

Game History and Review Mode Keep track of your past matches. Use the brand-new step-by-step review mode to analyze and learn from every game you play.

Epic Board Animations We have added immersive piece movement, dynamic capture animations, and satisfying knockout particle effects.

Dynamic Opponent Memory Your AI rivals now remember past encounters. Unlock relationship milestones and experience unique dialogue based on your match history.

UI and Design Refresh Redesigned the in-game info cards, modernized the level selection layout, and polished overall colors for a true premium feel.

Smarter Assistance Enhanced in-game ambient cues, helpful nudges for when you are stuck, and a smoother hint credit system.

Spanish Localization Hola! We now fully support Spanish, welcoming even more players to the game.

Update now and challenge your AI rivals!

### 1.0 — 2026-03-24

No release notes.

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