Chess Made Simple
No ads. No sub. Just chess.
$3.99 · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
No ads. No subscriptions. Just chess. Play offline against AI opponents from beginner to master (~100-2500 elo).
CHESS MADE SIMPLE
Experience chess the way it should be: clean, focused, and distraction-free. No ads interrupting your games. No subscriptions required. Just pure, timeless chess whenever you want to play.
PLAY YOUR WAY
Whether you're learning the basics or refining advanced strategies, Chess Made Simple adapts to your skill level. Challenge our intelligent stockfish opponent with difficulty settings ranging from absolute beginner (~100 elo) to grandmaster level (~2500 elo). Start easy and gradually increase the challenge as your skills improve.
Prefer playing with a friend? Switch to two-player mode and enjoy chess face-to-face on the same device. Perfect for coffee shops, waiting rooms, or quiet evenings at home.
DESIGNED FOR SIMPLICITY
We believe great chess apps should feel invisible—the board, pieces, and your thoughts are all that matter. Our clean, intuitive interface puts the focus squarely on the game. No cluttered menus, no confusing options, no distractions. Just tap to move and immerse yourself in the ancient game of kings.
PLAY ANYWHERE, ANYTIME
No internet connection required. Whether you're on a plane, in a subway, or somewhere remote, your chess game is always ready. All features work completely offline, so you're never without a chess opponent.
COMING SOON: STOCKFISH GAME ANALYSIS
We're adding professional-grade game review powered by Stockfish, one of the world's strongest chess engines. Soon you'll be able to analyze your completed games move-by-move, identifying mistakes, missed opportunities, and brilliant plays. Learn from every game and accelerate your improvement.
KEY FEATURES
- AI opponents from 100 to 2500 ELO rating
- Single-player mode against computer
- Two-player mode for local play
- Comprehensive game statistics and history
- Clean, distraction-free interface
- Fully offline—no internet needed
- No ads ever
- No subscription required
- One-time purchase, lifetime access
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Chess has been played for over 1,500 years because it's perfect as it is. It doesn't need flashing animations, achievement pop-ups, or social media integration. It needs a good board, responsive pieces, and a worthy opponent.
That's exactly what we've built. Chess Made Simple respects both the game and your time. We'll never interrupt you with ads, pressure you into subscriptions, or clutter your experience with unnecessary features.
Buy once. Play forever. Improve continuously.
PRIVACY FIRST
Your games and statistics and analysis stay on your device. We don't collect your data, track your moves, or share your information. Your chess journey is yours alone.
Download Chess Made Simple today and rediscover why millions of people across centuries have fallen in love with this timeless game.
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The developer, Simon Lam (CA), indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
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Information
- Seller
- Simon Lam
- Size
- 81.8 MB
- Category
- Board
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 17 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 17 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 17 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 14.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © 2026 Baboo Apps
