# Chess Puzzles: World Champions

> Chess Problems by World Champs

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id465397368](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id465397368)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id465397368`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Gano Technologies LLC
- **Category:** Board
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (329 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.5
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-06
- **First published:** 2011-10-04
- **Size:** 27 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/chess-puzzles-world-champions/id465397368)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.ganotechnologies.com](https://www.ganotechnologies.com/)

## Description

Sharpen your chess skills with 645 hand-picked puzzles drawn from World Champion games or inspired by them. Tackle mate-in-2 up to mate-in-17 challenges at your own pace, with a built-in timer to track your solving times.

Customize your experience with 7 piece sets and 7 color schemes, and compete on leaderboards with friends. The collection comes from Memphis Chess Club: Chess Problems by World Champions (2011) and is designed for flexible play on multiple devices.

## Rankings

- #85,049 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise the app for its broad puzzle library, accessible design, and realistic grandmaster-based positions that help improve chess skills. It's particularly valued for short, focused practice sessions. Some reviewers note occasional puzzle quality issues and minor UI quirks, but overall sentiment is highly positive and the app is seen as a top tool for chess improvement.

### Pros

- Wide variety of puzzles to solve
- Easy to use with a clean, well-designed interface
- Improves chess skills, including endgames and decision-making
- Great for bite-sized practice when you don't have time for a full game
- Puzzles are based on real grandmaster games for authentic learning

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