Best Chess Variants Apps & Games

233+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated July 2026

If you already know Chess & Variants, this is the deeper bench. 233+ chess variants apps and games for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of July 2026.

Top Picks for Chess Variants

Chess & Variants#1

Chess & Variants by ACLAP

Editor's Choice
🎮 Games
4.0(12 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Explore a vast collection of chess variations beyond the classic game. Play against AI offline or challenge real players online with features like saved games and leaderboards.

Chess Variants - Omnichess#2

Chess Variants - Omnichess by Omnimind Ltd

Create and play Chess variants
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
4.1(76 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Design and play your own unique chess games with customizable boards, player counts, and win conditions. Enjoy AI and online multiplayer with advanced timer options and rule modifications.

Chess variants - Chess Remix#3

Chess variants - Chess Remix by Alexander Everett

Online Shogi, Xiangqi & Janggi
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
4.4(106 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore diverse chess variants and abstract board games from around the world. Create and share your own unique game rules, or challenge others online. Learn new strategies with guided levels and AI opponents.

More Chess Variants apps to explore

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Kriegspiel
Kriegspiel
Kriegspiel
A game of strategy & territory
Free

Engage in a strategic board game inspired by Napoleonic warfare. The objective is to capture enemy arsenals by deploying lines of communication and blocking enemy movements on a large game board. Offers online and local multiplayer, as well as AI practice.

20x25 game boardCapture enemy arsenals to winDeploy lines of communication
🎮 Games
(60)
free
5
Chess Mega Bundle
Chess Mega Bundle
Chess Mega Bundle
Hundreds of Variants
Free

Explore hundreds of unique chess variants. Challenge friends or AI opponents locally or online. Discover new ways to play the classic game.

Hundreds of unique chess variantsLocal multiplayerOnline multiplayer
🎮 Games
(107)
free with in-app purchases
6
Variant Chess 360
Variant Chess 360
Variant Chess 360
Modern Variant Chess
Free
🎮 Games
(0)
7
Chess - Play & Learn Online
Chess - Play & Learn Online
Chess - Play & Learn Online
Board game and Puzzle learning
Free

Engage in online and offline chess matches with millions of players worldwide. Improve your skills through interactive lessons, over 500,000 puzzles, and powerful AI opponents. Compete in tournaments and explore various chess variants.

Online multiplayer chessOffline play against AIExtensive puzzle library
🎮 Games
(783K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Pocket Chess
Pocket Chess
Pocket Chess
Chess Puzzles
Free

Enhance your chess skills with hundreds of challenging chess problems and puzzles. This app focuses on simplified boards to help you quickly recognize chess patterns and improve your game.

Hundreds of chess problemsCheckmate in 2 and 4 puzzlesSimplified boards for pattern recognition
🎮 Games
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Really Bad Chess
Really Bad Chess
Really Bad Chess
Chess minus memorization
Free

This app reimagines chess with completely randomized pieces, offering a fresh strategic challenge. It's perfect for both seasoned players seeking a new puzzle and beginners looking to learn the fundamentals in a fun, accessible way.

Randomized chess piece setsAI opponent challengesRanked, Daily, and Weekly modes
🎮 Games
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Chess Variants Battle Missions
Chess Variants Battle Missions
Chess Variants Battle Missions
Over 90 offline chess games
Free

Explore over 90 unique chess variants and challenges. Engage in quick, strategic missions and battles, perfect for short breaks. Unlock new quests by winning challenges and collecting stars.

Over 90 chess variantsOffline play against AIQuick strategy missions (5-10 mins)
🎮 Games
(17)
free with in-app purchases
11
Chess without ads
Chess without ads
Chess without ads
Learn, play, improve!
Free

Learn and play chess without distractions. This app offers guided lessons for beginners and advanced analysis for experts, helping you improve your game with intelligent suggestions and post-game reviews. Play offline and enjoy a seamless, ad-free experience.

Ad-free learning and playIntroductory lessons for beginnersGrandmaster move suggestions
🎮 Games
(38K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Play Magnus - Play Chess
Play Magnus - Play Chess
Play Magnus - Play Chess
Train, Learn & Play Chess
Free

Learn and play chess against world-class Grandmasters, including Magnus Carlsen, at different ages. Get in-game hints, take back moves, and use a guidance tool to improve your strategy. Track your progress, compete with friends, and unlock achievements.

Play against GrandmastersIn-game hints and guidanceTake back moves
🎮 Games
(4K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Chess Online +
Chess Online +
Chess Online +
Play online chess game!
Free

Engage in online chess matches with a global community of players. Offers various time controls, rated games, and computer opponents. Improve your skills with learning tools and puzzles.

Global multiplayer chess communityMultiple time control optionsRated games and statistics
🎮 Games
(26K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Chess - Offline Board Game
Chess - Offline Board Game
Chess - Offline Board Game
The ultimate Chess board game
Free

Engage in classic chess matches offline with adjustable difficulty levels. Enhance your skills with hints, undo moves, and track your progress through personal statistics. Enjoy visually appealing graphics and flexible 2D or 3D piece options in this free board game.

Offline playPlay vs AI8 difficulty levels
🎮 Games
(64K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Chess
Chess
Chess
Play Chess and Solve Puzzles
Free

Engage in the classic game of chess with customizable graphics and multiple difficulty levels. Play against AI or a friend, with features like move undo, hints, and time controls. Enjoy a rich chess experience with detailed game history and board customization.

HD graphics5 difficulty levelsHint option
🎮 Games
(36K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Chessable: Study Chess Smarter
Chessable: Study Chess Smarter
Chessable: Study Chess Smarter
Openings, Tactics & Endgames!
Free

Master chess openings, tactics, and endgames with a science-backed system. Learn from top players and retain moves through spaced repetition. Track your progress and join a community of players improving their game.

Spaced repetition system1,000+ chess coursesLearn from top players
📚 Education
(5.8K)
freemium
17
SocialChess • Online Chess
SocialChess • Online Chess
SocialChess • Online Chess
Play Friends, Learn, No Ads!
Free

Engage in online chess matches with friends or strangers, featuring both timed and correspondence game modes. Enjoy a clean interface with no ads, advanced features, and detailed game statistics. Play offline and sync later, with options to expand game limits via in-app purchase.

Online chess matchesTimed and correspondence gamesNo advertisements
🎮 Games
(7.1K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Magnus Trainer - Train Chess
Magnus Trainer - Train Chess
Magnus Trainer - Train Chess
Learn from the World Champion
Free

Master chess with engaging games and interactive lessons created by Grand Masters and the World Chess Champion. Learn fundamentals, openings, and endgames through bite-sized challenges and puzzles for all skill levels.

250+ unique lessonsBite-sized chess gamesThousands of puzzles
🎮 Games
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Chess - tChess Pro
Chess - tChess Pro
Chess - tChess Pro
For beginners to professionals
$7.99

This app offers a high-quality chess experience for players of all levels, from beginners to professionals. It features a strong engine, analysis tools, and learning resources to improve your game.

Simulated human opponents for beginnersTop-tier chess engine for expertsReal-time game analysis
🎮 Games
(245)
paid
20
Chess Online - 2 Player Games
Chess Online - 2 Player Games
Chess Online - 2 Player Games
Timer & Multiplayer Duels
Free

Play classic chess games online with friends or strangers worldwide. Improve your skills with lessons, puzzles, and post-game analysis. Features include chat, customizable themes, and weekly challenges.

Multiplayer online chessPlay against AI with adjustable difficultyIn-game chat and emojis
🎮 Games
(1.3K)
free with in-app purchases

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