From Netflix shows such as “The Queen’s Gambit” to its rock and roll superstar Magnus Carlsen, the popularity of chess has never been stronger.

From Netflix shows such as “The Queen’s Gambit” to its rock and roll superstar Magnus Carlsen, the popularity of chess has never been stronger.

8 Racing Kings Chess can be many things, from rapid-fire action to careful, ponderous strategizing. However, chess is not usually reminiscent of Mario Kart or Forza — or is it?

Play and discover 12 popular chess variants, improve your chess skills with hundreds of chess puzzles, or simply play regular chess with your friends - all in one package.

The World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries (WCHOF), the leading chess cultural center in the country, is proud to announce its latest exhibition, “Chess ...

Freestyle Chess is a new name for an old idea, a variant in which the pieces on the back row — king, queen, rooks, bishops and knights — start in a randomised position. The pieces on the other ...

SAINT LOUIS, July 16, 2025--The World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries (WCHOF), the leading chess cultural center in the country, is proud to announce its latest exhibition, "Chess Variants ...

“Online, it’s easier to stay calm. You don’t feel your opponent’s breath on your face.” Chess 960 Finally, there is the wildcard variant called Chess 960, or Fischer random chess.

Online platform Chess.com says it now has more than 102 million users signed up — a 238% increase from January 2020 — with 7.5 million active users every day.

Bullet If you have an even greater need for speed there is bullet chess which, as its name suggests, is the fastest of all variants and an offshoot of blitz.