The latest ChessKid update is available on the iOS app and it's packed with cool new features to make chess more fun and personalized!
This update is all about expression. With the new designs, kids will see their own avatar and their opponent’s avatar, making each game feel much more personal. Our chessboard and pieces got a makeover too! Kids can pick from a range of awesome new themes, all designed to add layers of excitement to the game. Because when chess is fun, it’s easier for kids to stick with it.
Whether your kid likes pirates, space adventures, or medieval castles, there’s a theme for them! For example, if your kid has a Pirate outfit, they can unlock a Pirate-themed chessboard and pieces to match their look…it’s like stepping into a personalized chess universe whenever they open the iOS ChessKid app!
_ff173.gif)
Kids have access to five free basic sets to get started. With these new designs, kids will have even more reasons to invite their friends to play. They can pick matching avatars, chessboards and pieces, making it a truly immersive experience.
| 8 Bit Chessboard | ![]() |
| Blue Chessboard | ![]() |
| Bubble Gum Chessboard | ![]() |
| Brown Chessboard | ![]() |
| Tournaments Chessboard | ![]() |
| Club Pieces | ![]() |
![]() |
| Classic Pieces | ![]() |
![]() |
| Bubble Gum Pieces | ![]() |
![]() |
| Bases Pieces | ![]() |
![]() |
| Alpha Pieces | ![]() |
![]() |
Some of the themed sets are unlockable through Stars, while others can be bought using Gems. These activities make it easy to track progress as kids play, learn, and unlock more ways to personalize the game.
With customizable chessboards, unique themes, and fun rewards, this design update is a fun way kids can stay engaged and excited about the game, whether they're playing with someone across the room or halfway around the world. Kids will be playing, learning, and connecting with friends in a whole new way!
_434e6.jpg)
Open the iOS app and explore all the new themes!