Play chess bot
Play chess against a human-like bot
Pick one of three characters and play a full game in your browser. No sign-up, no install, and the bots play like real people at their rating, not like a cold engine. Create a free account when you want stronger opponents and to save and review your games.
Create a free account to face stronger bots at any rating, save every game, and have it reviewed.
Meet the bots
Three characters, three levels
Each bot is a friendly face at a fixed strength, so you always know what you are up against and can climb one rung at a time.
Here for the café and a friendly game. A gentle first opponent.
Big grin, bold moves. A solid step up once Étienne feels easy.
Cool head, sharp play. The toughest of the three free bots.
How it works
Start a game in seconds
- Choose a character by their rating.
- Play a full game right on the board, in your browser.
- Beat one, move up to the next. Create a free account for stronger bots and game review.
Why it helps
Practice against the right level
The fastest way to improve is to play someone close to your own strength. A bot never gets tired, never rage-quits, and is always there for one more game. Because these opponents play like real humans at their rating, the mistakes you learn to punish are the same ones you will meet in your real games. When a level stops challenging you, step up to the next character, and when even the toughest free bot feels easy, a free account opens up stronger opponents at any rating you choose.
FAQ
Common questions
Is playing chess against a bot free?
Yes. You can play all three character bots in your browser with no account and no sign-up. Create a free account only if you want stronger opponents at any rating and to save and review your games.
Do I need to install anything?
No. The bot runs entirely in your browser. Just pick an opponent and start playing on any modern computer or phone.
Are the bots human-like?
Yes. Instead of a raw engine, the bots play like real players at their rating, so their moves and mistakes feel human rather than robotic.
How strong are the bots?
The three free characters range from about 723 Elo (a gentle beginner) to 1086 Elo (a solid intermediate). Signing up unlocks stronger bots at the exact level you want.
Which bot should I start with?
Start with Étienne at 723 Elo. When his games feel easy, move up to Chuck at 945, then Katya at 1086. When you beat all three, create a free account for a tougher challenge.
Ready for a tougher game?
Create a free account