Comparison

Chess vs Immortal Chess

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

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Chess

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"Chess " It's never past the point where it is possible to figure out how to play chess - the most prevalent amusement on the planet! Taking in the principles of chess is easy.At the start of the diversion the chessboard is laid out so every player has the white (or light) shading square in the base right-hand side. The chess pieces are then masterminded a similar way each time. The second column (or rank) is loaded with pawns. The rooks go in the corners, at that point the knights alongside them, trailed by the priests, lastly the ruler, who dependably goes without anyone else coordinating shading (white ruler on white, dark ruler on dark), and the lord on the rest of the square.Each of the 6 various types of pieces moves in an unexpected way. Pieces can't travel through different pieces (however the knight can hop over different pieces), and can never move onto a square with one of their own pieces. In any case, they can be moved to replace an adversary's piece which is then caught. Pieces are for the most part moved into positions where they can catch different pieces (via arriving on their square and after that supplanting them), protect their own pieces in the event of catch, or control imperative squares in the game.Each of the 6 various types of pieces moves in an unexpected way. Pieces can't travel through different pieces (however the knight can bounce over different pieces), and can never move onto a square with one of their own pieces. Nonetheless, they can be moved to replace a rival's piece which is then caught. Pieces are by and large moved into positions where they can catch different pieces (via arriving on their square and afterward supplanting them), shield their own particular pieces if there should be an occurrence of catch, or control imperative squares in the game.The lord is the most vital piece, yet is one of the weakest. The ruler can just move one square toward any path - up, down, to the sides, and corner to corner. The ruler may never move himself into check (where he could be caught). At the point when the ruler is assaulted by another piece this is called "check". - Perfect for 1-or 2-player diversions - Beautiful illustrations and awesome sound impacts - Hint, Edit positions - Outstanding AI - This diversion is flawlessly upheld tablet gadget. - Undo/Redo work

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Immortal Chess

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CHESS WITH MAGIC Immortal Chess keeps the strategy and rules of classic chess, then expands every match with classes, Mana, spells, traps and unique abilities. Every chess move grants Mana, giving you the power to transform pieces, control the board, disrupt your opponent and create positions that could never exist in ordinary chess. CHOOSE YOUR CLASS Play as one of nine distinct classes: • Inquisitor • Champion • Sentinel • Disruptor • Cultist • Monarch • Strider • Necromancer • Mage Each class offers its own spells, passive ability, strengths and playstyle. Classes are alternatives, not upgrades—victory still depends on strategy, timing and how well you use the board. EVERY MATCH PLAYS DIFFERENTLY Spells expand chess rather than replace it. Familiar openings can evolve into entirely new positions, while every move forces you to balance traditional chess strategy against Mana, abilities and threats. PLAY YOUR WAY • Compete in ranked online matches • Play across supported PC and mobile platforms • Practice against AI opponents • Experiment with different classes and strategies • Climb the global leaderboard • Customize your game with cosmetic boards and pieces FAIR COMPETITION Immortal Chess is free to play. You start with one free class and enough Essence to unlock at least one more class of your choice, or two lower-cost classes. This means you can begin with multiple playstyles and find the ones that suit you best. Additional classes can be unlocked with Essence earned by playing or purchased in the shop. Classes are different playstyles, not upgrades, and purchases never increase spell strength or provide direct competitive advantages.

Screenshots

Chess4 screens
Immortal Chess4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Chess at none against Immortal Chess's 9. Chess also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). Immortal Chess's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 9 months). On price, ads and device support 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. Immortal Chess sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Chess asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chess ships an update every 9 months, Immortal Chess daily. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Chess versus Immortal Chess: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChessImmortal Chess
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB350 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperPuneet SoniArcane Square Games

In-app purchases

None

Chess

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

Immortal Chess

One-time9
  • Essence Pack$0.99
  • Sigil Bundle$1.99
  • Essence Bundle$2.99
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  • Founder's Spark$4.99
  • Essence Nexus$6.99
  • Founder's Sigil$9.99
  • Founder's Crest$14.99
  • Essence Vault$19.99
  • Founder's Legacy$24.99

Questions

Is Chess free?
Chess is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Immortal Chess free?
Immortal Chess is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Chess or Immortal Chess have ads?
Neither Chess nor Immortal Chess shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chess or Immortal Chess?
Chess ships an update every 9 months, and Immortal Chess daily. Most recently, Chess was updated on October 26, 2026 and Immortal Chess on October 25, 2026.

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