Comparison

Mini Chess 5x5 vs ™ Antichess

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Mini Chess 5x5

Experience a unique chess variant on a 5x5 board. Play against AI with adjustable difficulty or use it as a physical board for two players. Enjoy a streamlined chess experience with simplified rules.

Highlights
  • 5x5 chess board variant
  • Play against computer AI
  • Multiple AI difficulty levels
  • Two-player mode
  • Simplified chess rules
Features
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A chess variant on 5×5 board, the simplified version of the classic chess. You can play against the computer (several levels of difficulty) or use the app as a chess board when playing with a partner. Exceptions from the standard chess rules: the pawn double-move and castling are not allowed.

About

™ Antichess

Experience a unique chess variant where the objective is to lose all your pieces first. Challenge AI opponents across multiple difficulty levels or play against friends. Customize your game with various themes and board editors.

Highlights
  • Lose all pieces to win gameplay
  • Multiple AI difficulty levels
  • Play against friends
  • Board editor
  • Customizable themes
  • Timed games
  • Save and load games
Features
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Discover Antichess, also known as Giveaway Chess or Losing Chess, where the ultimate goal is to lose all your pieces first. Antichess: The Ultimate Strategy Reversal invites you to explore this intriguing variant that challenges seasoned chess enthusiasts and newcomers alike. With Antichess, transform your perception of the classic game and discover a whole new level of strategy on your mobile device. Embrace the Strategy Paradox Classic Reimagined: Dive into the rich heritage of chess, reimagined in a game where defeat becomes your goal. Our app preserves the essence of chess while introducing you to its captivating counterpart – Antichess. Play the Unconventional Way: Whether you're testing your strategic thinking in reverse against our sophisticated AI or enjoying a mind-bending match with friends, Antichess offers endless possibilities. Confront AI opponents ranging from beginner-friendly to fiendishly challenging, and see if you can master the art of losing! Skill-Building Challenges: Earn points and level up as you strategically lose pieces. Challenge yourself across Easy, Medium, Hard, and Expert levels to become an Antichess prodigy. Features Galore for Strategy Enthusiasts Undo Feature: Reconsider your moves with the handy Undo option. Board Editor: Customize your playfield with an intuitive Board Editor. Diverse Chess Sets: Choose from a variety of piece and board styles, tailored for the Antichess aesthetic. Game Save/Load: Pause and save your game, then resume anytime to continue your unique strategic journey. Multiple AI Difficulties: Sharpen your skills across various levels of AI, designed to match your evolving strategy. Custom Themes: Personalize your Antichess experience with bespoke themes, avatars, and sound effects. Timed Games: Looking for a quick strategic fix? Engage in timed matches and test your rapid-reversal skills. Join a Global Community of Strategists Connect with fellow Antichess players! Share your most ingenious losses, track your progress, and rise through the ranks in this unconventional strategy community. Antichess: The Ultimate Strategy Reversal is more than just a game app – it's an invitation to flip your chess understanding and engage in a thought-provoking battle where losing is winning. Download now and revolutionize your strategic play!

Screenshots

Mini Chess 5x54 screens
™ Antichess4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ™ Antichess at 4.9 against Mini Chess 5x5's 3.5. ™ Antichess also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 12 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Mini Chess 5x5's advantage is ratings volume (79 vs 9). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Mini Chess 5x5 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and ™ Antichess sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

™ Antichess holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mini Chess 5x5 has 79 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Mini Chess 5x5's written reviews are positive against 50% of ™ Antichess's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mini Chess 5x5 ships an update every 12 months, ™ Antichess every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Mini Chess 5x5 versus ™ Antichess: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMini Chess 5x5™ Antichess
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (79 ratings)4.9 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews43.3% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings79 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGolmiumVM Mobile Team

Customer experience

Mini Chess 5x5

All ratings79 ratings
Positive59.5%
Neutral5.1%
Negative35.4%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive43.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative40.0%

™ Antichess

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Mini Chess 5x5

One-time1
  • Mini Chess 5x5 full version$0.99
1 purchases

™ Antichess

One-time1
  • Premium$3.99

Questions

Is Mini Chess 5x5 free?
Mini Chess 5x5 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ™ Antichess free?
™ Antichess is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mini Chess 5x5 or ™ Antichess?
™ Antichess is rated higher. Mini Chess 5x5 averages 3.5 out of 5 from 79 ratings, while ™ Antichess averages 4.9 from 9 ratings.
Do Mini Chess 5x5 or ™ Antichess have ads?
Neither Mini Chess 5x5 nor ™ Antichess shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mini Chess 5x5 or ™ Antichess?
Mini Chess 5x5 ships an update every 12 months, and ™ Antichess every 3 weeks. Most recently, Mini Chess 5x5 was updated on September 18, 2026 and ™ Antichess on September 17, 2026.

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