# Chess Universe - Play Online

> Learn, compete & meet friends

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1487204900](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1487204900)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1487204900`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Kings of Games, d.o.o.
- **Category:** Board
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (6,148 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.27.5
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-24
- **First published:** 2020-03-16
- **Size:** 292 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/chess-universe-play-online/id1487204900)
- **Website:** [https://kingsofgames.net/](https://kingsofgames.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.chess-universe.net/privacy](https://www.chess-universe.net/privacy)

## Description

Chess Universe blends competitive online play with powerful learning tools. Play against players worldwide or practice offline, and boost your skills with over 1,000 lessons from top coaches.

NEW MAJOR UPDATE: Island Adventures in Play vs Computer unlocks themed islands with unique chess challenges, daily rewards, and progression. Earn rewards, unlock boards, and enjoy hints, undo, game review, replay, and analysis—plus VIP membership to unlock all islands and ad-free play.

## Rankings

- #23,211 — Overall
- #30 — university
- #33 — cheese
- #48 — online
- #48 — replay
- #69 — offline

## Review summary

User reviews consistently praise Chess Universe for its clean UI/UX, beginner-friendly lessons, and an educational format that helps players learn and improve. Many report smooth online play and international competition. The main drawbacks across multiple reviews are an ad-heavy experience with forced audio, the absence of a persistent friend mode that makes playing with friends cumbersome, and occasional gameplay glitches or unclear features (notably in bullet mode and with certain pieces). Overall, it's well-suited for learners and casual players, with room for improvement in social features and ads.

### Pros

- Excellent UI/UX and easy navigation.
- Beginner-friendly with clear, structured lessons and training.
- Educational format helps users understand chess and improve their game.
- Solid online play with skill-based matchmaking and international competition.

### Cons

- Ad-heavy experience with frequent ads and forced audio.
- Lacks a persistent 'Friend Mode' to play with friends or stay in a lobby.
- Occasional gameplay glitches such as bullet-move input delays and unclear features (e.g., cannon).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1487204900)