World Chess: Play Online

World Chess: Play Online

Official FIDE rating & titles

113 ratings
154 reviews
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Released
April 28, 2021
Updated
November 4, 2026

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Play official FIDE-rated chess games online and earn official titles. Challenge friends, practice against adaptive AI, or solve puzzles offline. Offers a premium subscription for advanced features and an ad-free experience.

✓Official FIDE ratings and titles
✓Play against real players globally
✓Adaptive AI practice bots
✓Offline play for bots and puzzles
✓Solve chess puzzles
✓Challenge friends
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What users say about World Chess

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What's New in World Chess

2.36.3

November 4, 2026

Bug fixes

4

Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

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$0.991 Month
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User reviews

The Best Chess App I’ve Tried

This is hands down the best chess app I’ve tried so far, and believe me, I’ve tried a lot. The design is stylish, clean, and a pleasure to look at. Sometimes apps like this have perfectly good functionality, but their interfaces are so cluttered, outdated, and uninspiring that you simply don’t feel like opening them.

Here, the functionality is excellent too. Everything is intuitive, thoughtfully designed, and cleverly organized, with nothing unnecessary. I figured it all out right away. I also love the funny little hand character, such a witty and creative touch. To my surprise, I really enjoyed the puzzle section as well, even though I’d never been particularly interested in chess puzzles before. My only suggestion for the developers would be to add more variety to the puzzles.

I really hope the team keeps working on this app and making it even better. It has so much potential and is already a fantastic product. Keep up the great work!
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Response from developer

Thank you so much for such a inspiring and detailed review! We're thrilled that you enjoy the clean design and our hand character. Extra puzzle modes are already on our radar—stay tuned! Thanks for being with us!

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World’s game…more like World’s Shame

I dont know why. I am 1600, I got afm title, im trying to get AIM, but the stupid algorithm is trying my best to stop me. It always makes me face 1300s. Why???? I kept on winning getting 3-4 points every win. One game, I LOST, due to NEWTWORK issues and guess what, I lose 17 points. Wth is this system. 5 wins gone in 1 loss. Can’t believe this idiotic app doesn’t even have enough people that they can do skill based matchmaking.
Secondly, the UI. Trasher than ever. The board choices are horrible and the pieces don’t even move at times, repeatedly after clicking (not a phone nor network problem). Lost so many games on time because if this. Fix your game. Paid money for this you scammers.. And don’t dare reply with some nonsense.
Btw those reading this thinking I am a karen, im not, this app is genuinely that frustrating.
Chess.com or lichess clearly better than this trash.
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A bit slow

Love it but I was completely Winning with 30 seconds left but the premove still wasted 2-3 seconds

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Unable to make moves during games

Bug

Incorrect time tracking and game results

Bug

Crashes on login and during gameplay

Bug

Corrupted PGN file downloads

Bug

Inconsistent rating updates

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Add chat functionality

Feature

Implement game analysis tools

Feature

Improve opponent matching filters

Feature

Allow customization of board/pieces

Feature

Provide more detailed player profiles

Feature

FAQ

Does World Chess have ads?

Yes, World Chess contains advertisements. Users can opt for the 'Ad-Free' subscription for $0.99 per month to remove ads.

How can I earn an official FIDE title in World Chess?

You can earn official FIDE titles by playing rated games online. Titles like Arena Candidate Master (ACM), Arena FIDE Master (AFM), Arena International Master (AIM), and Arena Grandmaster (AGM) are awarded based on your FIDE Online Arena rating.

Can I play World Chess offline?

Yes, you can play against AI bots and solve puzzles offline if you do not have an internet connection.

What are the subscription options for World Chess Pro?

World Chess Pro offers monthly subscription plans including 'Gold' for $3.99, 'Pro account' for $4.99, and 'Black' for $9.99. Many plans include a 7-day free trial.

Is World Chess suitable for beginners?

Yes, World Chess offers casual games with no sign-up needed, practice against AI bots that adapt to your level, and puzzles, making it suitable for beginners to learn and improve.

What devices does World Chess support?

World Chess is supported on iPhone and iPad devices.

How often is World Chess updated?

The latest version of World Chess is 2.36.3, released on November 4, 2026. Updates typically occur regularly to improve gameplay and add features.

What is the age rating for World Chess?

World Chess has an age rating of 4+, making it appropriate for young children and players of all ages.