online chess (4 products)

Chess Commander 1.20 (Shareware, $19.95)

Chess Commander is a next generation chess game for the PC. It has many features to make the classic game of chess even more enjoyable to play - including legal move display, realistic voices, orchestral soundtrack and board annotation. Chess Commander supports multiple computer opponents, free online chess and email chess - all from a single, graphically rich interface. You can also improve your game by studying 1000s of matches played by grandmasters, or create your own game databases for future reference. Version 1.20 adds access to the new online service "Chess Planet" - search for opponents by skill level and play them live online, with built in instant messaging.

Chess Puzzles by Katachess 3.0 (Shareware, $14.95)

Kata Chess is a system of basic chess positioning and movement exercises much like in karate or judo. Kata Chess focuses on pattern recognition by using a unique point and click interface. This is a serious training system for chess players who want to quickly and easily improve their game.

ChessRally 2.5 (Shareware, $19.99)

Play chess with new and old friends alike over the Internet, your local network, through Email (correspondence games), or play against several challenging computer opponents. Meet up with people and make new friends in the Online Rally Rooms (a chat and game service) to chat, play, or just be a spectator. ChessRally is a full-featured game for beginners and masters alike, with robust graphics and sound, fun characters, a customizable interface with free downloadable themes (skins, sets and sounds), smooth animation, a complete User

Kata Chess 3.0 (Shareware, $14.95)

Kata Chess is a system of basic chess positioning and movement exercises much like in karate or judo. Kata Chess focuses on pattern recognition by using a unique point and click interface. This is a serious training system for chess players who want to quickly and easily improve their game.