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Chess Games For The Computer

By Tom Gosselin

If you fancy a change from playing traditional chess, or you simply can't find an opponent, why not turn to your computer to play chess games on your own?
There is a wealth of chess games available online, ranging from simple two dimensional versions of the classic game up to three dimensional ones where all the playing pieces come alive as you play.
Suitable For All Ages?
There are a number of online games which are aimed at younger players who are learning chess. One is based on Disney's Aladdin, which allows the player to visit different worlds and meet all kinds of characters while learning the rules of chess.
This makes the process of learning much easier to digest for younger players, who can find chess a little hard to understand at first. The extra elements (and the colourful three dimensional game boards) make it much more enjoyable.
Free Downloads
Many sites offer free downloads but sometimes you will only get a limited version of the game to try at home. If you want the full version you will have to buy it, which you can do immediately online if you wish.
For the more advanced player seeking to improve on their game, there are chess games available in which you can pit your wits against the ultimate player. This kind of game acts as a tutorial and teaches you the best moves, making it easier to learn how the game can be played.
Two Views
All computer chess games have one of two views. The first one is the two dimensional overhead game, where you are looking down on the pieces directly from above. The second one is more like a real life game - three dimensional and viewed from behind your chess pieces, as it would be in a real game.
This is more realistic but it can take a little getting used to on the computer screen. You will often find you can adjust the viewing angle to see the board from different positions however. This provides an excellent learning tool as you can get a better idea of how your pieces look to your opponent.
Computer chess games will never replace the excitement of playing a real live opponent, but if you are struggling to find good players to learn from, your computer could be the best chess player you've ever known.
As long as it has the right software.
Tom Gosselin is a chess enthusiast who created http://www.unique-chess-sets.com/ as a resource site for those interested in learning and playing chess.

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