Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated
March 31st, 2020

Q: What is the cost for CHESSAGON® on the AppStore®?

A: CHESSAGON® is a free app that contains in-app purchases for extra board and piece set choices.

Q: What is the cost for a single “Board Set” or “Piece Set” In-App purchase?

A: Each individual In-App purchase is available for 0.99 USD.

Q: What is the cost for the “Piece Sets” Bundle?

A: The Piece Sets Bundle In-App purchase is available for 1.99 USD, which is a 75% discount per Piece Set included. Basically getting eight for the price of two.

Q: What is the cost for the “Board Sets” Bundle?

A: The Board Sets Bundle In-App purchase is available for 1.99 USD, which is a 75% discount per Board Set included. Basically getting eight for the price of two.

Q: What is the cost for the “Buy All Sets” Bundle?

A: The Buy All Sets Bundle In-App purchase is available for 3.99 USD, which is a 75% discount per Board Set and Piece Set included. This lets you get everything for less than the price of an extra-shot double-whipped latte or your favorite fast-food take-out meal; and it is far more stimulating for your brain and much better for your body.

Q: How good is the AI-opponent in the CHESSAGON® app?

A: It is good enough beat one the inventors of the game about 50% of the time; and it is still good enough to beat the other inventor of the game at least 10% of the time. It is beatable with practice… however, it is ruthless and relentless on novices.

Q: How long does it take to play a game against the computer?

A: For the Novice, less than 5-15 minutes to lose to the computer. For the Intermediate player, it is a good 20-30 minute challenge, but you will probably still lose. For the Advanced player, it is a good 30-60 minute mental challenge; and if truly persistent… you will likely be the victor… at least 50% of the time. For the Master player, you can likely beat the computer 90% of the time after 20-40 minutes of focused play.

Q: Do you have to play the whole game in one setting?

A: No… any game can be paused and then resumed at your convenience. Feel free to take all day. Multiple games with multiple people… or the computer… can be played, paused, and resumed at any time. There is always plenty of time to just sit and think a while… remember, it’s a strategy game… and any good strategy takes time and practice to develop.