High confidence · 99 reviews analyzed · Based on 99 reviews. Signal may be noisy.

Mixed

Recent user voice shows a mixed sentiment. Users appreciate deep customization options and varied piece styles provide a highly engaging experience for chess enthusiasts, but report aggressive ad placement and frequency disrupt the core gameplay experience for long-term users.

Rating: 4.6

Reviews: 99

Confidence: high

How did the latest release land?

Overall
4.6/ 5
(1.7M)
Current version
4.5/ 5
-0.1 vs overall
(9.9K)
Main signal post-update: aggressive ad placement and frequency disrupt the core gameplay experience for long-term users.

Sentiment over time

Weekly average rating and review volume across stores, last 90 days.

Review themes

Praise

What users love

  • Deep customization options and varied piece styles provide a highly engaging experience for chess enthusiasts
    • Users frequently highlight the extensive visual customization and board options
Complaint

Common complaints

  • Aggressive ad placement and frequency disrupt the core gameplay experience for long-term users
    • Users report full-screen ads appearing during navigation and gameplay
Request

Most requested

  • Adjustable difficulty settings that provide a more gradual skill ramp for beginners
    • Players request a setting between very easy and easy levels

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