Shift Chess artwork$4.24 (−15%)

Shift Chess

This is a chess variant in which players can “control the board” as a move action. The game supports online play, matches against AI, and local analysis.

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What Is This Game?

This is a chess variant in which players can “control the board” as a move action. The game supports online play, matches against AI, and local analysis. It also features a usable notation system and several customizable board rules.

Features

Sharpen your tactical thinking with carefully designed puzzles.

Play against specially optimized, high-strength bots.

Experiment with different rule variants.

Challenge your friends in online matches.

Puzzle Editor — share your moments of inspiration.

Additional Features

Switchable day and night themes.

Customizable piece and board styles.

Notation support in both JSON and human-readable formats.

Chess clock.

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