Description
Chessmaster® 10th Edition will improve your game regardless of your level of experience. Whether you’re new to chess or a tournament-level player, Chessmaster 10th Edition allows you to master history's greatest game.
Features include:
• The Chessmaster Academy
At the Academy, International Master Josh Waitzkin will personally walk players through the basics of chess, plus introduce a variety of simple strategies for dominating your opponent. The Academy also features the best attacking moves as taught by noted chess champion, Larry Christiansen.
• Full-featured online chess module
More than just a place to play chess live with other players, Chessmaster online allows players to establish rankings, create tournaments, utilize teaching tools, and join a thriving chess community.
• More fun for the whole family
Features like animated chess sets, a variety of whimsical 3D sets, and simple and efficient learning tools make chess more fun than ever! Younger players and chess beginners will appreciate the specialized section just for them. As players improve, the game suggests an appropriate AI opponent.
• A comprehensive chess engine
Wise enough to teach an absolute beginner and powerful enough to defeat a grandmaster, experience the all-new edition of the King engine - the brains behind the best-selling brand in chess.
• Intermediate and advanced player options
Seasoned chess players can test their skills against ranked AI opponents, set up tournaments and simultaneous exhibitions, and survey their performances using the new statistics system.
Requirements: Windows® XP (Home and Pro) SP2¹, Pentium III 450 MHz or AMD Duron 600 MHz processor (Pentium III 1 GHz or higher recommended), 128 MB RAM (512MB RAM recommended), 120 MB of free hard disk space, DVD-ROM drive, Video Card: 4Mb DirectX 9.0 compatible video card (For 3D game play, the supported graphic cards are GeForce 1/2/3/4/FX Families and ATI Radeon 7500/8000/ 9000 Families) Minimum Screen Resolution: 1024x768 (lower resolutions not supported, even if most of the game modes should work), Sound Card: optional but recommended, Multiplayer: 56 Kbps modem or better for Internet or LAN play, 56 Kbps modem or faster and Internet service provider account required for Internet access². ¹Administrator privileges are required to properly install the program on XP. ²User is responsible for internet service provider account, all internet access fees, and phone charges. Note: Internet access is required for LAN or Internet game play.
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