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Chess Etiquette: The Dos and Don’ts of the Game

Chess Etiquette: The Dos and Don’ts of the Game As a chess player, you’re most likely already familiar with the basic rules and strategies of the game. However, beyond the chessboard, there’s an often overlooked aspect that’s equally important: chess etiquette. In this section, we will discuss the importance of chess etiquette and the basic … Read more

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The Influence of Artificial Intelligence on Chess: A New Era of the Game

The Influence of Artificial Intelligence on Chess: A New Era of the Game In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of the chess landscape, changing the way chess players approach the game, improve their skills, and even compete. As a chess player, you may have already noticed the effect AI has … Read more

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How Chess Can Help Your Brain

How Chess Can Help Your Brain Chess is often referred to as the game of kings for a good reason – it challenges the mind and offers a myriad of cognitive and mental health benefits. In this article, we will explore how chess can help your brain, improve memory, and sharpen critical thinking skills. Cognitive … Read more

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Bobby Fischer Tries To Convince Magnus Carlsen To Defend is Championship Title

Bobby Fischer Tries To Convince Magnus Carlsen To Defend is Championship Title in 2023 As we celebrate the beginning of the Chess World Championship 2023, we thought it would be fun to share a light-hearted, fictional conversation between two of the greatest chess players in history: Magnus Carlsen and Bobby Fischer. In this tongue-in-cheek interview, … Read more

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The Checkmate Trap: Understanding and Overcoming Chess Addiction

The Checkmate Trap: Understanding and Overcoming Chess Addiction Chess is a captivating game that has enthralled players for centuries. While it’s a fantastic way to exercise the mind and engage in friendly competition, some individuals may develop an addiction to the game. In this article, we’ll explore how to recognize and understand chess addiction and … Read more


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chess etiquette

Chess Etiquette: The Dos and Don’ts of the Game

Chess Etiquette: The Dos and Don’ts of the Game As a chess player, you’re most likely already familiar with the basic rules and strategies of the game. However, beyond the chessboard, there’s an often overlooked aspect that’s equally important: chess etiquette. In this section, we will discuss the importance of chess etiquette and the basic … Read more

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Are Chess Players Good at Math?

Are Chess Players Good at Math? Chess has always been considered a mentally challenging game that demands a great deal of cognitive skill. But does being good at chess necessarily mean you’re also good at math? In this article, we’ll explore the connection between chess and math, focusing on beginner and intermediate chess players. Understanding … Read more

How Far Ahead Do Grandmasters Think?

How Far Ahead Do Grandmasters Think? Ever wondered what separates a chess grandmaster from the rest of us? One of the key factors is their incredible ability to calculate ahead in the game. In this article, we’ll delve into the world of grandmaster calculation and explore just how far ahead these chess geniuses can see. … Read more

10 Mind-Blowing Chess Facts and Statistics

10 Mind-Blowing Chess Facts and Statistics In this article, we’ll look at some astounding chess trivia, statistics and facts that will amaze both seasoned expert as well as chess beginners alike. From the longest tournament game to the earliest known chess manuscripts, these chess facts be sure to give you a new appreciation for the … Read more

Why Do Chess Players Resign Early?

Why Do Chess Players Resign Early? If you’re a regular enjoyer of chess tournaments, you might have noticed that chess players (especially Grandmasters and other top players) tend to surrender their games way too early (at least from a non-pro perspective). Today, we’ll try to shed some light on why chess players resign games and … Read more

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We love covering science, especially when it involves chess! That’s why this exclusive category on chess science was born.

how chess can help your brain

How Chess Can Help Your Brain

How Chess Can Help Your Brain Chess is often referred to as the game of kings for a good reason – it challenges the mind and offers a myriad of cognitive and mental health benefits. In this article, we will explore how chess can help your brain, improve memory, and sharpen critical thinking skills. Cognitive … Read more

Chess and Insanity: Does Chess Make People Go Crazy?

Chess and Insanity: A Look at the Facts For centuries, chess has been considered a strategic and intellectual game. But some believe that the intense focus and mental strain required to play the game can lead to insanity. Is there some truth to this and should you be worried about going crazy when playing chess? … Read more

Chess and Intelligence: Can You Be Smart and Bad at Chess?

Chess and Intelligence: A Look at The Facts Chess is a game that is often associated with intelligence. Many people believe that being good at chess means that you are smart. But is that really true? In this article, we will explore the relationship between intelligence and chess ability, and whether or not the two … Read more

How Chess Can Cause Stress

Can Chess Cause Stress? While playing chess can provide many benefits, including improved concentration, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking, it can also cause stress. In fact, some people find the intensity of chess to be overwhelming and avoid playing the game altogether. Not to mention the stress you feel when blundering a piece or running … Read more

The 8 Ways Chess Can Relieve Stress

Does Chess Relieve Stress? Chess is a beloved game that has been played for centuries. Not only is it a fun and challenging way to pass the time, but it can also have numerous benefits for your mental health. In particular, chess can be a great way to relieve stress and improve your overall well-being. … Read more


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We all love playing chess over-the-board, but there is no doubt that online chess is here to stay. If it involves playing online, it’s in this category.

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The Influence of Artificial Intelligence on Chess: A New Era of the Game

The Influence of Artificial Intelligence on Chess: A New Era of the Game In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of the chess landscape, changing the way chess players approach the game, improve their skills, and even compete. As a chess player, you may have already noticed the effect AI has … Read more

How To Get Chess.com Premium For Free

How To Get Chess.com Premium For Free Chess.com is one of the most popular online chess platforms in the world, with millions of players and thousands of features. I’m sure you also know that a Chess.com Premium Membership significantly improves your enjoyment of the platform. Depending on whichΒ  Membership you choose, it gives you access … Read more

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We Asked ChatGPT For The Best Chess Openings. Here’s What It Said.

We Asked ChatGPT For The Best Chess Openings. Here’s What It Said. It is well-known that ChatGPT doesn’t make for a good chess player. But, it does have quite a lot of knowledge when it comes to the history of chess, chess players and everything that doesn’t require actually playing the game. In a sense, … Read more

Chess.com Premium – Monthly or Annual Membership?

Chess.com Premium – Monthly or Annual Membership? Chess.com probably offers the most complete and competitive premium subscription money can buy in the chess world today. You’ll get to play as much as you want, analyse your games, use chess improvement tools and enjoy countless other benefits. But, there is one question that remains unanswered: Should … Read more

We Let Stockfish Play Against ChatGPT…

We let Stockfish Play Against ChatGPT… In the name of chess science, we wanted to see what would happen if we let the strongest publicly available chess engine (Stockfish 15.1) play chess against the new OpenAI chat bot called Chat GPT. You’ll be able to read the whole conversation with Chessily playing as Stockfish (black … Read more

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