MiniChess for kids by Kasparov

MiniChess for kids by Kasparov

Fun kid's chess for beginners

13 ratings
15 reviews
$4.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 9, 2015
  • April 29, 2026

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This game offers a fun and engaging way for young children to learn the basics of chess. Endorsed by Garry Kasparov, it uses a colorful cartoon journey with a friendly mouse character to teach fundamental chess skills.

Endorsed by Garry Kasparov
Educational tool based on in-school program
Fun and easy learning through play
Suitable for ages 5+
Cartoon characters and engaging plot
Professional voice acting
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What's New in MiniChess for kids by Kasparov

1.6.1

April 29, 2026

This technical update includes support for the latest Apple devices.

User reviews

Buggy

The app is broken and doesn’t allow progress past the courtyard level even with correct answers. Frustrating for anyone. Too little actual chess. And difficult to exit the app. Not recommended

Stuck on swamp

Cannot enter “4” for the number of butterflies remaining after two fly away in the swamp level. It appears the text field does not work. A Bluetooth keyboard didn’t help. The hint button does work, but we cannot advance in the game without entering four. The keyboard does not pop up. This is running on a 5th gen iPad running iOS 13.6.1
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Response from developer

Hi! We fixed the issue.

Stuck at snowball

Both my 5&7 year olds are stuck at the snowball game. It will not let you enter a number on the 3rd sequence or #9. It never gives a chance to enter a number on the iPad mini.

Please correct this.

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Response from developer

Hi! We fixed the issue.

We loved this app until...

This is a great app that not only teaches Chess, but important math and logic concepts, while also teaching some vocabulary. My daughter (6, started at 5) and I love it. She has learned simple arithmetic and has also begun learning multiplication.

Right now, though, we’re frustrated by a glitch in the app. On the level in Antarctica where she is working on multiplication with snowballs, the app keeps freezing and not allowing her to type in the final answer (9). We’ve tried refreshing, clearing the cache, etc., but nothing works. We can’t advance in the game until we enter the number 9. Please fix this so we can keep enjoying this terrific app!
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Response from developer

Hi! We fixed the issue.

Possibly good if the app worked

Keeps freezing early on at the Antartica level and can’t progress...Frustrating and disappointing

Response from developer

Hi! We fixed the issue.

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FAQ

What is MiniChess for kids by Kasparov?

MiniChess for kids by Kasparov is a game designed to teach young children the fundamentals of chess through play. It features a character named Cheddar the Mouse on a journey to learn chess basics.

Is MiniChess for kids by Kasparov endorsed by Garry Kasparov?

Yes, the game has been endorsed by legendary Grandmaster Garry Kasparov, who approved its development and educational approach.

What age is MiniChess for kids by Kasparov suitable for?

The game is suitable for children aged five and up, making it an ideal introduction to chess for younger players.

Does MiniChess for kids by Kasparov have ads?

No, MiniChess for kids by Kasparov does not contain advertisements.

What languages are supported in MiniChess for kids by Kasparov?

All game texts, including the voiceover, are exclusively in English.

What is the price of MiniChess for kids by Kasparov?

MiniChess for kids by Kasparov is a paid application, priced at $2.99.

What devices does MiniChess for kids by Kasparov support?

MiniChess for kids by Kasparov is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

How often is MiniChess for kids by Kasparov updated?

The latest version, 1.6.0, was released on June 17, 2025, indicating recent development activity.