# Minimalist Chess — No ads. No noise. Just chess.

> A clean, ad-free, offline chess app for analysis and play. (iPhone/iPad app by Darren Holland.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minimalist-chess/id6772305043 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Darren Holland](https://appshunter.io/developer/6772305045)
- Category: Games, Board, Puzzle
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-05-27
- Data updated: 2026-09-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minimalist-chess/id6772305043/reviews.md

## What is Minimalist Chess?

Just Chess is a clean, minimal chess app with no distractions.

Play against the engine at several difficulty levels or play both sides and work through positions on your own.

Rotate to landscape and the move list sits beside the board, giving you a full game review experience.

No ads. No subscriptions. Internet connection optional. Your game is saved automatically when you leave and picks up exactly where you left off.

## Key features

- Play against AI engine
- Watch engine vs engine
- Analyze positions
- Automatic game saving
- Offline play
- Ad-free experience

## Chart rankings

- #200 in Top Paid · Board (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minimalist-chess/id6772305043/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great Game. Great Idea

*2026-05-29*

I like the idea of a minimalist chess game. The features are nice and is definitely worth what you pay. No extra fees or features hidden behind a wall. The game still needs some more development but I think this is a great idea and game for people who want to just play chess.

## Frequently asked questions about Minimalist Chess

### Does Minimalist Chess have ads?

No, Minimalist Chess is completely ad-free. The app explicitly states 'No ads. No subscriptions. No noise. Just chess.'

### Can I play Minimalist Chess offline?

Yes, Minimalist Chess does not require an internet connection to play. It is designed for offline use.

### How much does Minimalist Chess cost?

Minimalist Chess is a paid app, priced at $1.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions.

### What devices is Minimalist Chess available on?

Minimalist Chess is available on iPhone and iPad devices.

### How often is Minimalist Chess updated?

The latest version, 1.10.0, was released on June 23, 2026. The app was initially released on May 27, 2026, indicating a relatively active update schedule.

### What are the difficulty levels in Minimalist Chess?

Minimalist Chess offers three difficulty levels for playing against the engine, allowing players to adjust the challenge to their skill level.

### Does Minimalist Chess support multiplayer?

Minimalist Chess is designed for solo play against the engine or self-analysis. It does not currently support multiplayer modes.

### What is the age rating for Minimalist Chess?

Minimalist Chess has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.12.0 — 2026-07-03

learn tab
engine changes
sounds and haptics

### 1.10.0 — 2026-06-23

chess timer
game center
all the colors

### 1.8.0 — 2026-06-19

two finger double tap to hide interface

### 1.7.0 — 2026-06-06

undo
copy PGN
smarter/faster AI
bug fixes

### 1.6.1 — 2026-06-04

difficulty

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-27.*