Online Chess Kingdoms is set in a world many ages ago when the universe was composed of five distinct forces that were struggling against each other to gain supremacy. Players choose to battle as one of five fully 3D interactive chess sets or use a classic 3D or 2D chess set to determine the fate of the universe in the great fight between the forces. Online Chess Kingdoms not only brings classic chess to the PSP system, but it also adds new twists to classic chess rules such as a Speed Chess mode for players who want dose of quick chess on the go and breakthrough infrastructure play in which gamers join teams and play for control of territory in a persistent online world.
Features:
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3D or 2D interactive chess using an advanced artificial intelligence system
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5 fully animated chess sets to choose from, including magicians, servants of chaos, and an aquatic civilization
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Speed chess mode gives players a quick dose of the classic board game in single player action or online against other players
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Infrastructure online play in a persistent world - join a one of five factions and engage in matches to claim territory and expand you team's influence over the online kingdom
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Online leaderboards separate the kings from the pawns with detailed stat tracking and rankings
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7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
A worthy addition to my PSP libraryMar 25, 2007
By N.Hawk I am not a seasoned chess player, but I do enjoy playing the game. Online Chess Kingdoms is an excellent way to learn and practice strategies. I appreciate the fact that it has varying levels of difficulty; I win often enough that I don't get frustrated with playing, but I lose just enough to make it a challenge. I think that the animated chess pieces are a nice touch and I like the added content of the battle map. Overall, it is a worthy addition to my PSP library, and I recommend it to anyone that find chess remotely interesting.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
no 3 Move DrawMar 26, 2008
By S. Klug I really liked this game until I came upon a position where I had made a mistake and I could only repeat moves. After three times repeating the position it should recognize the Draw.
Needless to say, it did not, so after about 10 tries I finally gave up. Bottom line a chess game must follow the rules otherwise it is not a chess game.
7 of 9 found the following review helpful:
The AI level is disappointingJun 26, 2007
By Dock I am not a chess master but I played quite a bit as a child/teen. After I read an interview from the firm that developped this game ("a robust AI") I was not expecting a first rate program but at least a good one. What a disappointment!! Even at the highest level, the opening library of the program is close to 0, the level during the game is low-average with some strange and bad moves from time to time. If you like chess and expect the level of an average chess computer program, do NOT buy this game, you will be disappointed. If you are a chess beginner, this game could do the trick provided that you do not progress too quickly! I also tested the on-line gaming and there was no human opponent... The AI proposed to play but the level here was really low.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Incredible, but flawed.Sep 02, 2010
By J. Perez This is the most exciting chess game on any platform because of the animations. Level 4 (Master), plays excellent chess. Chess sets are very creative with distint music.
However, there are issues. 1) After the same position repeats 3 times, the game doesn't draw. Because of this, the computer is willing to play the same position back and forth forever, so you must play a weaker position or quit the game. 2) Level 1 - 3 is very easy to beat; the AI gives pieces away, but then level 4, becomes imposible, playing highly rated chess. So, it's hard to find an intermediate AI playing level. 3) The 2D chess set is a dull black and white, but easy to read while the animated 3D sets are indredible, but difficult to read. 4) Don't expect to find any opponents online.
This game needs a second version to fix the issues. If so, it'd be a great game for the TV platforms also.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Can't put it down!Apr 22, 2008
By Salmoneye I do not regret buying this version at all! The overall game is great. From battle animated pieces or traditional game play. Different levels and options are great! All that I can say is: that it's perfect for your travel chess cravings. Theres no pieces to loose and you can play anywhere any time with the computer, friends, or online.
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