Simple Chess for Windows

Name: Simple Chess
Rating: 3.2 (6 reviews)
Author: Ed's Website

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 26, 2026

This straightforward chess application offers engaging gameplay with multiple difficulty levels and a robust rule set. It's a capable opponent for players of all skill levels.

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Pros
- Fast thinking engine
- Many difficulty levels available
- Full set of chess rules implemented
- Includes pawn promotion and en passant
- Intuitive move selection interface
Cons
- No mention of online play
- No graphical board customization options
- No tutorial or hint system
- Limited game analysis features
- Basic user interface

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GENERAL

Release: May 24, 2006

Latest update: February 26, 2026

Version: 1.02

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 10
Windows XP

Additional Requirements: Windows XP

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 21,444

Downloads Last Week: 2

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3.2/5

6 User Votes

GREAT GAME
jpaluskaMay 9, 2010
Pros
it is free, and it is free to register as well. Strong computer opponent with 10 levels. Option of piece choice for pawn promotion.
Cons
computer takes a long time to think on higher levels.
Summary
IT IS A GREAT GAME!!!!!
Great Game
GryluvDecember 3, 2009
Pros
Free Download Experiounce Adjustment
Cons
None as far As I Can tell
Summary
If your like me and like a good Game of Chess this is a great Download Updated on Dec 15, 2009Great old Game of Chess I have every day playing
very simple programme.
jeyasuriyanJune 25, 2009
Pros
need to improve
Cons
need to improve
Summary
need to improve
Very Nice Chess Program
Mike98August 25, 2008
Pros
Easy to install and easy to uninstall. No error(s) or other problem(s). I downloaded Simple Chess from Ed's Website, because there is a difference in seize with CNet.
Cons
I believe there are no cons now after a few hours installed.
Summary
Before you can play you have to choose from Free register for a password in a receiving e-mail or play a limited time. I chose first and I got the password without paying, so this software is certainly freeware. An other point is that Simple Chess is a good working product and very satisfying is that there are three levels of strength: simple, clever and mean, because most Chess freeware have only one level, which plays too strong for me and I don't like loosing al the time. I think I will not regret for sure that I installed Simple Chess and I am very happy with it.
very good
aryeyotucJune 20, 2007
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Cons
Summary
This is a trial only, not a full game.
genius4gamesMay 27, 2006
Pros
Cons
In the limitations , they haven't mentioned that it is a trial, we have limited time to play this. Moreover, it is not a good version. There are better versions of chess available. I do not recommend downloading this.
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Developer’s Description

By Ed's Website

Play a chess game in different levels.

This is a simple chess game that plays against you. It thinks quickly and can beat my chess machine. Click on the piece you want to move, and then the square you want to move it to. There are many levels of difficulty to choose from. Simple Chess plays a full chess game with a full set of rules, back and forward buttons, and variable level setting. Pawn promotion to any piece, and en passant are catered for.

Simple Chess for Windows

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User Reviews

GREAT GAME

Great Game

very simple programme.

Very Nice Chess Program

very good

This is a trial only, not a full game.

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