Uncommon Chess

Uncommon Chess

Chess where the pieces fight

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Released
September 16, 2026
Updated
September 28, 2026

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Experience chess with unique animated duels for every capture. Learn the game with interactive tutorials, play against AI or friends, and explore fun novelty modes. Dive into a study of chess games with clear explanations.

✓Animated capture duels
✓Interactive learning tutorials
✓AI and local multiplayer
✓Online 1v1 and 2v2 modes
✓Novelty game modes
✓Chess game study and analysis
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What's New in Uncommon Chess

1.1

September 28, 2026

A much bigger game. NEW WAYS TO PLAY • Mill (Nine Men's Morris), King of the Hill, Three Checks, Atomic, the Horde, Scramble and the Fairy Court. • Four Boards: chess in four dimensions, one-on-one or two a side. • Warfare and Elite Hunts: pieces have health, and a capture has to be earned. • Boss fights: the Colossus, the Lich Queen and the Hollow King, five phases each, alone or with friends. • Callings: Paladin, Warlord, Warden, Banshee, Necromancer and Empress, each with its own powers and battles. • Ratings and ladders for every mode, and online play for every game through Game Center, with leaderboards. • Every mode is free three times a day. NEW ARMIES • Plastic Army: little green army men against the tan army, with a flamethrower tank, a bazooka trooper, a war dog and a gunship. • The Mechs: giant battle robots in a hangar at night, with missiles, jump-jets, energy blades and a mothership beam. • The Hive: an alien swarm with acid spitters and scythe-armed hunters. LOOKS AND SOUNDS • Weapons you can see and hear, and every army dies its own way. • Sharper battles and smoother animation throughout. • New music for every theme and for boss fights. • The board now fills the whole screen on modern iPhones.

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FAQ

Does Uncommon Chess have ads?

Yes, Uncommon Chess contains advertisements. This is indicated by the 'ad-supported' monetization model.

How much does Uncommon Chess cost?

Uncommon Chess is free to download and play. The app is supported by advertisements.

What are the different ways to play Uncommon Chess?

You can play against the computer at four difficulty levels, with two players on one device, or in four-player team matches. Online play includes 1v1 and 2v2 modes via Game Center.

Can I learn chess with Uncommon Chess?

Yes, the app features a dedicated learning section that explains how each piece moves and covers rules like check, checkmate, stalemate, castling, en passant, and promotion with interactive diagrams.

What are the novelty modes in Uncommon Chess?

Optional novelty rules include the Champion, which survives the first attack; the Berserker, which strikes twice; and the Phantom, which can slip through defenses. Strict chess is the default mode.

What devices is Uncommon Chess available on?

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

How often is Uncommon Chess updated?

The latest version, 1.1, was released on September 28, 2026, indicating recent updates. The app was initially released on September 16, 2026.

What is the age rating for Uncommon Chess?

Uncommon Chess has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger players and above.