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A fun twist on chess with random piece setups for a fresh challenge.

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Really Bad Chess is just like chess, but with totally random pieces. Try 8 Knights, 4 Bishops, and 3 pawns — why not? As heard on NPR's Weekend Edition 5 out of 5 Stars "An essential puzzle experience for anyone even remotely interested in strategy games" - TouchArcade Whether you play chess daily, or quit just after learning the rules, this small twist will open the door to an entire new world of chess. ------WHATS IN THE “BOX”? Compete vs. an AI in Ranked, Daily, or Weekly Challenges. Improve your skills using the included Freeplay mode. Compete against your friends locally in versus mode! ------REALLY BAD PRESS "Makes chess fun even if you’re really bad" - The Verge "Feels more modern than chess has ever felt" - Applenapps "Really Bad Chess takes a really bad idea and somehow manages to make it a lot of fun." - Pocket Gamer "Really good fun" - MacLife ------A WORD FROM THE DEVELOPER Chess is one of those games I always wished I enjoyed, but its commitment to beauty, elegance, and perfect balance always turned me away. Really Bad Chess removes these boring restrictions and flips chess on its head. As much as random pieces change the game in some ways, I was really surprised to notice how much the game remains the same, and how powerful some pieces are — you've never truly struggled against a pawn until you've struggled against a pawn in the back row. For chess pros, Really Bad Chess will give you a new type of challenge — the pieces & the moves are the same, but you'll have to throw out your openings and your understanding of normal patterns of play. For novice chess players (like most of us), Really Bad Chess greatly opens up the game. Instead of starting by studying openings, in your first games you'll get to discover the joy (and challenge!) of learning how to checkmate. I hope you have as much fun with Really Bad Chess as much as I did making it. -zach
Really Bad Chess reimagines the classic game of chess by introducing completely random piece configurations, such as 8 Knights, 4 Bishops, or 3 Queens, making every game a unique challenge. Designed for both chess novices and pros, it throws out traditional openings and encourages creative strategies. The free version offers Ranked, Daily, and Weekly Challenges against an AI, plus a Freeplay mode to hone your skills. A single in-app purchase unlocks Versus Mode for local play with friends, removes ads, displays captured pieces, and adds alternate color palettes. Praised by TouchArcade as 'an essential puzzle experience' and featured on NPR's Weekend Edition, this game makes chess accessible and fun for everyone, whether you're a daily player or just learning the rules.

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Walkthrough

Getting Started with Really Bad Chess

Launch the app and choose a mode: Ranked, Daily, Weekly Challenge, or Freeplay. You'll see a chessboard with random pieces—don’t expect a standard setup! Use familiar chess moves to outmaneuver the AI or your friend in Versus Mode. Experiment with unusual strategies to adapt to the chaotic board. The undo button helps you rethink moves, especially useful for beginners.

Gameplays

Mastering Random Boards

Each game starts with a unique piece arrangement, like multiple Queens or a row of Pawns. Focus on controlling the center and protecting your King while exploiting the AI’s weaknesses. In Ranked mode, difficulty adjusts based on your wins or losses, keeping the challenge balanced. Try Daily or Weekly Challenges for time-limited puzzles that test your adaptability.

Questions And Answers

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    Questions And Answers

    Here are some possible questions and answers that you might find useful

    1. Q:How does Really Bad Chess differ from traditional chess?

      A:Unlike traditional chess with fixed starting pieces, Really Bad Chess randomizes the board, giving you setups like 8 Knights or 3 Queens. This removes the need for memorized openings and emphasizes creative strategy, making it fun for all skill levels.

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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
    youtube video 2mKmYdpRvVU
    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube
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    📺 Really Bad Chess+ First Gameplay | Apple Arcade - YouTube

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