Soft Chess

Soft chess is graphically rather simple but you can’t really expect too much from a chess game. It does have some fairly good AI that will challenge most chess players. The level can be adjusted to meet your skill level so you will never feel overwhelmed or under challenged.

Soft Chess is a must download for those who love the game but struggle to find worthy opponents.

Well, I was really impressed with the skill this game exhibits. It's enough to (sort of) keep you on the back foot for a long time in the game. Definately enough to challenge the good beginner or maybe even the pro who is a bit out of practice. Needs a bit of tweaking (it misses some plays like back-rank mate occasionally) and it doesn't seem to have any in built openings to really challenge the pro/expert, but for me, a great training game. And, by the way, one of the most challenging FREE downloads for chess I've seen (this program could take on Chessmaster and not look too shabby!) I gave it an Average rating because of its graphics and playability rather than its difficulty (which is very good). If you've got broadband or a fast connection, download this game!

The interface is simple and easy to use, but the strength of play is very weak indeed. Since there is no opening book, it will play the same opening every time. I would recommend this for beginners only.

I don't think this is good for beginners, I'm really new to chess and this game is pretty hard to beat. I downloaded this so I could train, but I have not won a single game. Not for beginners, I say!