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Play chess against others or the computer and aim to checkmate their king.

Chessmaster, The (japan) Game
Chessmaster, The (Japan) game

🎮 Game Controls

Make sure the game window is active to play.

  • ↑↓←→ Move
  • Z Btn A
  • X Btn B
  • A Btn X
  • S Btn Y
  • Q / E L / R
  • Enter Start
  • V Select
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About Chessmaster, The (japan)

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Category
Strategy
Platform
Super Nintendo
File size
104
Release year
1991
Developer
Software Toolworks, The

Chessmaster for the Super Nintendo came out in 1991 from The Software Toolworks. It was one of the more serious chess games available on the system at the time, sitting alongside the platform's usual action and adventure titles.

You control the white or black pieces, taking turns against either the computer or a second player. The main goal is to checkmate your opponent's king. The game includes a library of classic chess openings you can study and a teaching mode that explains the reasoning behind strong moves. The computer opponent has adjustable difficulty levels, so you can start easy and face a real challenge later. It feels like having a patient, knowledgeable coach right in your living room.

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