# Tennis Chess — the world's worst chess game

> A strategic sports game combining chess tactics with tennis competition. (iPhone/iPad app by Matt McCrum.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tennis-chess/id1444753008 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Matt McCrum](https://appshunter.io/developer/996970412)
- Category: Games, Sports, Board, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 163 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-11-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tennis-chess/id1444753008/reviews.md

## What is Tennis Chess?

Features single player matches with varying AI difficulties and split-screen multiplayer to introduce your friends and family to the world of Tennis Chess.

Outsmart your opponent like a chess grand master and become a tennis grand slam winner.

There's nothing quite like Tennis Chess!

## Key features

- Single player matches
- Multiple AI difficulties
- Split-screen multiplayer
- Chess-inspired strategy
- Tennis grand slam goals

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tennis-chess/id1444753008/reviews.md

### 3/5 — amazing concept but could be better

*2024-03-23*

cleaner game play and instructions.

### 5/5 — Needs more sex

*2023-01-30*

Even though it is enjoyable to launch balls at chess prices at high velocity, it can use more sex.

### 5/5 — Very Imaginative!

*2019-07-31*

This is a very ingenius game that is fun for both chess and tennis lovers alike. The sounds are cute and I love the little pawns watching from the stands on each side! To play something different and unique, definitely give this game a go! Tennis/Chess anyone?

### 1/5 — Auto-lose

*2019-01-01*

When I played a move the app just automatically make a bad move

### 5/5 — Weird idea but it works

*2018-11-29*

Having some tight multiplayer matches.

## Frequently asked questions about Tennis Chess

### What is Tennis Chess?

Tennis Chess is a unique game that merges chess strategy with tennis gameplay. Players can outsmart opponents using tactical moves to win matches and aim for grand slam victories.

### Does Tennis Chess have multiplayer?

Yes, Tennis Chess features split-screen multiplayer, allowing you to play with friends and family on the same device.

### What devices is Tennis Chess available on?

Tennis Chess is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

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

Tennis Chess has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young players and families.

### How often is Tennis Chess updated?

The latest version of Tennis Chess was released on January 31, 2019. It was originally released on November 29, 2018.

### Does Tennis Chess have ads?

No, Tennis Chess does not contain advertisements.

### What is the user rating for Tennis Chess?

Tennis Chess has an average rating of 3.9 stars based on 7 ratings.

### Can I play Tennis Chess offline?

The description does not specify offline play capabilities, but single-player matches against AI suggest it may be possible.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 3.0 — 2026-07-25

Clearer UI and smoother controls for much improved UX
New renderer and shaders
Plugin updates and bug fixes

### 2.0 — 2019-01-31

GUI changes
Smoother and faster gameplay

### 1.8 — 2018-11-28

No release notes.

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All apps by Matt McCrum: https://appshunter.io/developer/996970412

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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 2026-08-12.*