Free Chess

Play a rousing game of chess against other players or the computer with Free Chess.

One of the quiet games that you can play online is Free Chess. This is a game that requires a bit of skill and strategy as you decide where to make your next move. All of the pieces have a realistic appearance that you would see on a traditional chess board. Graphics are of a high quality, and the features are easy to understand.

You will find that there are two different views. One of the views is in 2-D with the other being 3-D. The 3-D view is often best, as it gives you a detailed look at the board and the pieces. Movement is 180 degrees, allowing you to see every other move that is made and exactly where the pieces are located on the board.

While playing, you'll be in a relaxed mood unless you don't like strategy. Musical notes are soothing, almost in a classical genre. This makes the game seem to drag on at times, but it also makes the game a little easier to play as you can concentrate on your moves instead of on the background noises.

If you want a challenge, then consider one of the higher levels of play, as there are seven levels altogether. Another challenge is playing against the computer. This is because the computer knows all of the right moves to make no matter where you're moving your pieces. Playing against another person sometimes takes longer, but it will give you the practice that you need to do better against the computer at a later time.

Pros

• Soothing music
• Computer or human opponents
• Several levels

Cons

• Difficult to beat computer
• No assistance offered