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chess video game
Battle Chess 4000
By Interplay Entertainment, released 1 Jan 1992
- Microsoft Windows
- Linux
- macOS
What it is
Battle Chess 4000 is a 1992 chess game from Interplay Entertainment, with animated space-age pieces based on digitized clay models. Its listed modes include 2D and 3D play, solo games, face-to-face play and watching the computer play. The game offers a built-in chess clock and lets players take back and replay moves to explore alternatives. Its chess AI is described as learning during play and supporting opponents from beginner through grandmaster level; the listed opening library contains more than 300,000 moves. Steam features include single-player, multiplayer, PvP, shared or split-screen play and Remote Play Together. It is listed for Windows, macOS and Linux, and also supports Family Sharing. The Steam release date is October 13, 2021, distinct from the listed 1992 year for the game.
What players like, and what they don't
- Offers both 2D and 3D modes.
- Includes a built-in chess clock.
- Players can take back and replay moves.
- Windows, macOS and Linux are listed.
- The listed game year is 1992.
- Its chess focus may not suit players seeking other genres.
Who it suits
It suits chess players who want animated pieces, adjustable opposition and move-replay options. Local shared-screen play and Remote Play Together are listed for players seeking multiplayer chess.
Battle Chess 4000 combines chess with animated pieces and supports several ways to play, from solo games to shared-screen PvP. Its move-replay option and broad stated opponent range are useful details for players considering it.
