# The Queen's Gambit Chess — Learn & play puzzles with Beth

> Interactive chess learning and play experience inspired by a popular drama. (iPhone/iPad app by Netflix Entretenimento Brasil, Ltda..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-queens-gambit-chess/id1588301078 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Netflix Entretenimento Brasil, Ltda.](https://appshunter.io/developer/363590054)
- Category: Games, Board, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 1,236 App Store ratings · 531 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 1.8 GB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Filipino, French (France), German (Germany), Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay and 6 more
- Released: 2023-07-25
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-queens-gambit-chess/id1588301078/reviews.md

## What is The Queen's Gambit Chess?

Available exclusively for Netflix members.

Welcome to Beth Harmon's world. Take chess lessons, play puzzles and matches, or compete against friends online in this stunning love letter to the show.

From beginners to chess masters, this immersive chess experience pays homage to the award-winning drama and has something for everyone.

MAP YOUR CHESS PROGRESSION

• A beautifully rendered map of Beth's local haunts will act as your central hub throughout the game. 

• Play custom games on 3D or 2D chess boards, track weekly game goals to earn rewards, learn your and friends' stats, access a chess lesson library and more through this central map. 

SEE CHESS LIKE BETH

• Take advantage of the game's unique "Beth Vision" feature to visualize your next move or see threats on the board, just like Beth in the show.

LEARN TO PLAY CHESS IN MULTIPLAYER MODE OR SOLO

• Play chess matches with friends or play against sophisticated AI that replicates the playing level and style of your favorite characters. 

• Multiplayer modes include: multiplayer online matchmaking, multiplayer online invite a friend, or in-person pass & play with a friend.
 
MEET UP WITH OLD FRIENDS AND FAMILIAR FACES

• Learn chess with Mr. Shaibel, engage in chess matches with Borgov or challenge Beth to matches in the park. Checkmate.

LEARN THE LANGUAGE OF CHESS

• Are you a beginner, or just need a lingo refresher? Use the in-game glossary to learn new terms or track ones you've already learned. 

• Track everything from move evaluations (book, blunder, mistake) to general terms (checkmate, ranks, files) and advanced terms (fianchetto, pins, fork) as you play.

FUN WAYS TO PLAY, LEARN CHESS AND LEVEL UP

• Pick a skill level and take chess lessons at a pace that's right for you. Players are able to pick from three different levels of increasing difficulty (novice, intermediate, advanced).

• Make a mistake? Try again by taking advantage of the "undo" feature in the game. You can also analyze your moves by pressing the "review" button to learn from mistakes, improve your movements and take advantage of missed opportunities. 

• Collect custom postcards and earn unique rewards for your profile to show off to your friends.

• Complete a variety of puzzles to gain the skills you need to play like a master of chess.

- Created by Rockwater Games, a Ripstone Studio.

## Key features

- Interactive chess lessons
- Play puzzles and matches
- Beth Vision move visualization
- Multiplayer and AI opponents
- Game progress map
- In-game glossary
- Undo and review moves

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Netflix Standard Plan | $19.99 | per month |


## What do users think of The Queen's Gambit Chess?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and design
- 🎓 Excellent for learning chess
- 🕹️ Fun and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Great for both beginners and experienced players
- 🎉 Nostalgia from the Queen's Gambit show

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🕹️ Clunky controls and navigation
- 📚 Repetitive tutorials and instructions
- 🔍 Difficulty reading the chess board
- 🕰️ Slow animations and loading times

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game crashes on launch or during matches
- Issues with piece movement and board display
- Inability to log in or connect to the server
- Puzzles and challenges with incorrect solutions
- Saved progress not syncing across devices

**Most requested features**

- Customizable text size and board layouts
- More advanced chess puzzles and training
- Ability to review and analyze past games
- Online multiplayer with real-time gameplay
- Option to disable tutorials and jump straight to gameplay

## Recent user reviews (10 of 531)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-queens-gambit-chess/id1588301078/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Finally updated! Bugs fixed

*2026-08-07, version 4.0*

Update on update on update: The devs finally fixed the daily prize money function. No additional cities, but I’m glad you finally brought back daily goals.

Back to 5 stars.

Update: it took months and I unsubscribed to Netflix. They finally updated for iOS 18 and it works.

Update: It no longer works at all. I updated to iOS 18.5, and all it does is crash immediately! Please fix!

I’ve been playing for over a year now, and at first I was having fun and liked improving as I meandered through the “journey.” A couple months ago, the game stopped offering new weekly badges, and there’s a warning that pops up every time I sign in. Something about not being connected to the internet (except I am). I complained over the phone & a few days later it seemed almost fixed. I was again getting daily goals, though still no new badges. Now it’s back to saying I’m not online, and I can only get new goals if I connect. I’m running 18.3.2 on an iPad, so I’m current. Fix the app, please!

### 1/5 — Repeated crashes

*2026-08-01, version 4.0*

Downloaded and played for five minutes.  Crashed three times, each time immediately after completing a puzzle.  More bugs to squash.

### 3/5 — Great Game but needs a fix for the game Crashing

*2026-07-13, version 3.9*

I am really enjoying this game and think it is teaching me how to play chess. However the game randomly crashing is making it a less pleasurable experience. Please developers come up with a fix as the game has great potential!

### 5/5 — 퍼즐43은 대체 어떻게 푸나요?

*2026-07-05*

체스는 또한 아름다워요 - 메이트 인 2 퍼즐43은 도저히 2수 안에 체크메이트가 불가능한 것 같습니다. 확인 부탁드려요

### 5/5 — Great Game

*2026-06-20, version 3.9*

A great game for learning chess!

### 1/5 — Error

*2026-06-13, version 3.9*

There is an error in the last puzzle for the bodyguarding tactic. This puzzle cannot be solved in under four moves. I have even used AI to try and solve this puzzle. Many many frustrating times and even AI says that there has been an error in it. It cannot be done please fix this.

### 3/5 — Mostly great, but some very bad flaws

*2026-05-02, version 3.9*

I really enjoy playing this game, but there are some flaws that seriously bug me. First of all, there is some sort of app glitch where if you come back the next day, you will be negative a few thousand coins for no reason whatsoever.
Second, they don't provide enough information about why you can or cannot make a certain move. I saw that other people had mentioned this as well.
Third, some of the games will require you to make moves exactly the same way that the computer is thinking, even if it has the same end result. It's very frustrating to be able to do a better job such as a mate in one rather than two. We have to go through every single scenario to do it exactly the way of computer wants you to, rather than allowing some flexibility for the end result.

### 5/5 — Parfait

*2026-04-30*

Excellent pour apprendre à jouer aux échecs ou pour s’améliorer. Un grand respect aux développeurs pour la qualité du jeu et des graphismes.

**Developer response:** Content que vous appréciez le jeu ! Nous aimons toujours entendre les avis des joueurs sur ce que nous faisons bien et ce que nous pouvons améliorer.

### 5/5 — Fantastic game!  Wrong icon?

*2026-03-07, version 3.9*

I absolutely love this one.  Have been learning lots of things chess while reminiscing over how amazing the show was.  

But why is the app icon an Unreal logo on my iPad?  Strange.

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2026-02-22, version 3.6*

Crashes and goes to a black screen as soon as I open on both iPad and iPhone

## Frequently asked questions about The Queen's Gambit Chess

### What is The Queen's Gambit Chess app?

This app offers an immersive chess experience where users can learn chess through interactive lessons, play puzzles, and engage in matches. It's inspired by the popular drama and features unique tools to help players improve their game.

### What are the key features of this chess app?

Key features include a progress map, the 'Beth Vision' tool for visualizing moves, multiplayer modes (online and in-person), AI opponents, a chess lesson library, an in-game glossary, and the ability to review and undo moves.

### Is this app free to play?

The app is available exclusively for Netflix members and is free to play. While the core game is free, it does offer in-app purchases and may include ads.

### Who is this app designed for?

The app is designed for a wide range of players, from absolute beginners looking to learn the basics to experienced chess masters seeking to refine their skills. It caters to fans of the show and anyone interested in a visually engaging chess experience.

### How can I improve my chess skills with this app?

You can improve your skills through structured chess lessons, by completing various puzzles, and by playing matches against AI or other players. The 'Beth Vision' feature helps visualize potential moves and threats, while the 'undo' and 'review' functions allow you to learn from mistakes.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1 — 2026-08-11

We've squashed bugs and made behind-the-scenes improvements to bring Netflix members the best possible gameplay experience.

### 4.0 — 2026-07-28

We've squashed bugs and made behind-the-scenes improvements to bring Netflix members the best possible gameplay experience.

### 3.9 — 2026-03-03

We've squashed bugs and made behind-the-scenes improvements to bring Netflix members the best possible gameplay experience.

### 3.6 — 2025-08-05

We've squashed bugs and made behind-the-scenes improvements to bring Netflix members the best possible gameplay experience.

### 3.5 — 2025-01-21

We've squashed bugs and made behind-the-scenes improvements to bring Netflix members the best possible gameplay experience.

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