# Magnus Trainer 2 — Magnus Chess Academy

> Interactive chess learning app with lessons, puzzles, and online play guided by Magnus Carlsen. (iPhone/iPad app by Chess.com, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnus-trainer-2/id1572832379 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chess.com, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/329218552)
- Category: Games, Education, Board, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 25 App Store ratings · 46 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 528 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2022-11-18
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnus-trainer-2/id1572832379/reviews.md

## What is Magnus Trainer 2?

The Magnus Chess Academy is recruiting students! Are you ready to conquer the chess world? Our new app combines education with entertainment, offering you a fun way to learn chess. Study interactive lessons, take on puzzles and mini-games, and play chess online!

YOUR COACH IS MAGNUS CARLSEN, 5-TIME WORLD CHESS CHAMPION
- Learn the secrets of chess from the highest-rated player of all time.
- Magnus will guide and teach you throughout the app, offering feedback on your performance.
- Challenge Magnus at various age levels. Can you beat five-year-old Magnus? How about at 30?
- Let Magnus accompany you anywhere you like. Train your brain regularly and efficiently at home, on the go, or during your Zoom meetings.

INTERACTIVE LESSONS
- Created by World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen and his star-studded team of chess, education, and game design experts.
- Make the most of your chess training by following a structured plan tailored to your skill level.
- Never played chess before? Learn the fundamentals in a series of introductory lessons.
- Experienced amateur? Master the opening, middlegame, endgame, and throw some strategic principles and tactical tricks into the mix.
- Tournament warrior? Reach new heights by taking a sneak peek into the home lab of the reigning World Chess Champion.
- Learn by doing. Take on tricky exercises and answer multi-choice questions.

TRICKY PUZZLES
- Solve thousands of unique, entertaining, and high-quality chess puzzles covering all the key mating and tactical motifs in chess.
- Train tactics at your own speed in timed/untimed modes.
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ADDICTIVE MINI-GAMES
- Bite-sized and exciting games designed to reinforce your chess learning.
- Each mini-game has dozens of levels, ranging from beginner to advanced, making sure you will find a challenging fit to improve your skills and have fun!

PLAY OTHERS ONLINE
- Want to try out that new opening or tactic you’ve learned?
- Duel other chess fans in our Challenge the World mini-game. It’s time to put your skills to the test!

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ABOUT US
Made by Chess Lovers - For Chess Lovers
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/playmagnus
Twitter: https://twitter.com/playmagnus
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playmagnus
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playmagnusofficial
Website: https://www.playmagnus.com
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TERMS OF USE
https://company.playmagnus.com/terms
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PRIVACY POLICY
https://company.playmagnus.com/privacy"

## Key features

- Interactive lessons by Magnus Carlsen
- Structured training plans
- Thousands of chess puzzles
- Addictive mini-games
- Online multiplayer challenges
- Feedback on performance

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $57.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic Pack of 10 Tokens | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pack of 50 Tokens | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 46)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnus-trainer-2/id1572832379/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Reporting a technical issue

*2025-11-07*

I’m not sure where else to report this. I figured if I left a review someone from the developing team would read it. I keep getting this error message that says I can’t access the lessons because I’m offline. But I’m not offline. I updated the app, updated my phone, paid for a subscription, and still nothing. My iPhone is on version 18.7.1 . Is the app no longer compatible with newer iPhone updates?

### 1/5 — The app has been offline

*2025-11-05*

I bought a subscription on Sunday but the app has been offline ever since. None of the lessons is available.

### 1/5 — No longer active

*2025-10-17, version 2.0.0*

This app is no longer working. It used to be brilliant. But since it was Play Magnus Group was acquired by chess.com nothing has been done with it. The lessons on this app were better than anything chess.com offered. Shame, and considering cancelling my chess.com subscription as well, as I think their behaviour in this regard is disgusting.

### 5/5 — Best chess app on the market

*2025-10-15*

I love this app. I just started playing chess at a middle age about 3 months ago and I found all other chess apps not nearly as thorough as this app for education only. As a student, this app was more than amazing and it had a great mix of additional options separate from the main studying path as you progressed so you can choose what to study. The best part about this app is that Magnus Carlsen is the one speaking to you. He goes through his personal battles in chess and it really felt like he was the mentor in all the learning. I felt like I was able to get a one on one with Magnus Carlsen. 

I found the history so interesting and you can tell that an insane amount of time went into this app from Magnus Carlsen himself. Thank you for all the details! This app has so many other pros, but I’m not trying to make this too lengthy. 

Unfortunately I think the app is being shut down because right now and every device I use, the application is telling me I’m offline. I’m not offline I think the application is:( so please if you are watching this Magnus Carlsen please don’t let your work go offline! This app is so good! I am using the Magnus Carlsen 1 app that is very similar to this one but this app provides better games for learning the patterns and it’s just a cleaner app. I still appreciate the other app too so please don’t shut down both apps. I need one of them for at least another year if I’m to get good!

### 1/5 — Not working claiming it’s not connected to the Internet

*2025-10-14, version 2.0.0*

This was a fantastic app really good for my son who is learning to play chess really challenging and love how the lessons build up upon each other. Unfortunately the app has just stopped working claiming that it’s not connected to the Internet when it blatantly is I think probably because it hasn’t had an update in two years that would explain it.

### 5/5 — Thanks!

*2024-11-20*

This app isn’t bad, but I loved Play Magnus and Magnus Chess Trainer.   What I particularly like about this app though is the Tactics Frenzy.  Thanks! I will play all three!

### 4/5 — A bit puzzled

*2024-10-18, version 2.0.0*

I don’t see much of a reason for a second. The first had amazing Ui which I think is missing in this second app, which is a bit confusing seeing as a second should be better than the first. Other than that I suppose the lessons are equal quality and the games are cool.

### 1/5 — Mind Mirage

*2024-10-04*

I really valued mind mirage in the original app…. Why did you guys take out mind mirage?!?!

### 5/5 — I like this app

*2024-09-04*

I didn’t use the old version, so maybe I’m missing something, but this app is very accessible and easy to use.

### 5/5 — Incredible chess trainer for the value!

*2024-06-20*

Feels like magnus actually wrote the lessons himself which im sure he did. Happy customer here!

## Frequently asked questions about Magnus Trainer 2

### What does the Magnus Trainer 2 app do?

The app provides a comprehensive platform for learning and improving at chess. It offers interactive lessons created by Magnus Carlsen and his team, thousands of unique chess puzzles, and engaging mini-games designed to reinforce learning. Users can also play chess online against other fans.

### Who created the interactive lessons?

The interactive lessons are created by World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen and his star-studded team of chess, education, and game design experts. This ensures high-quality, effective, and engaging content for learners of all levels.

### How does the app help me improve my chess skills?

The app offers a structured plan tailored to your skill level, from fundamentals for beginners to advanced strategies for experienced players. You can learn by doing through tricky exercises and multi-choice questions, solve thousands of tactical puzzles, and reinforce learning with addictive mini-games.

### Can I play against other people on this app?

Yes, you can play chess online against other chess fans in the 'Challenge the World' mini-game. This allows you to test out new openings or tactics you've learned and put your skills to the test in real matches.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and offers a wealth of content. However, it does feature in-app purchases, suggesting that some additional content, features, or enhancements may be available for purchase.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.0 — 2023-09-05

Major Update! 
Unleashing a New Learning Experience:

We're excited to bring you our latest app update, packed with new features and improvements to enhance your learning journey.

New Subscription Model: Gain instant access to all content with our newly introduced subscription model. More learning, less hindrance.
Free Unlockable Courses: Explore our selection of free courses that can be unlocked as you progress.
Free Lesson Bundles: Dive into learning with a complimentary first lesson bundle in each section.
Enhanced Gameplay: Experience more enjoyable and smoother gameplay in Key Move mini-games.
Improved Scoring & Results: Navigate through clearer and more informative scoring and result screens for all games and lessons.
XP Points & Progression: Track your learning progress with our newly implemented XP points and XP-level progression system.
Daily Streak Rewards: Stay committed and reap the benefits with our improved daily streak rewards system.
Revamped Design & Animations: Enjoy a more engaging visual experience with enhanced animations and design throughout the app.

Get ready to immerse yourself in a more rewarding and interactive learning experience. Update now and explore the new possibilities!

### 1.1.11 — 2023-04-19

Tons of bugfixes and improvements.

### 1.1.10 — 2023-03-16

Bugfixes and improvements.

### 1.1.9 — 2023-03-11

Bugfixes and improvements

### 1.1.8 — 2023-02-22

Bugfixes and improvements.

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