Frequently Asked Questions

Metachess is an online chess platform with extended functionality, customization, and experimental modes. Its goal is to provide players not only classic chess but also flexibility and features unavailable on standard chess websites.

Metachess is a platform. The website is only an interface, while the underlying architecture supports modes, services, analytics, and extensions.

Basic play will be available without registration. Advanced features such as ratings, saved games, and full profiles will require an account.

Yes. Basic modes, a clear interface, and standard chess gameplay will make it accessible for new players.

Metachess is not just a site for playing chess; it is a platform for extensions and experimental features. It offers more settings, more freedom, fewer restrictions, and no distracting monetization.

Classic chess and standard online games are available. Additional modes will be introduced gradually.

Yes. Creating experimental modes is a key goal of the platform, but they will be added gradually with a focus on quality.

Ratings are planned. Each mode will have its own rating system.

Yes. A spectate system is planned for live observation of games.

Yes. Analysis will be powered by an engine similar to Stockfish. Basic analysis is free, with extended features available for premium users.

Interface, visual effects, sounds, controls, and some game rules and modes.

Yes. For example, full keyboard control is planned.

Yes. Users will be able to create and use custom modes.

The Workshop is a library of user-created modes, ideas, and extensions. It is similar to Steam Workshop, but for chess.

No. Users will be able to create modes through configurations and editors. Advanced features may require programming knowledge.

Only minimal necessary data: account information, game statistics, and user settings. No excessive tracking.

No. The platform will not include ads or invasive tracking.

Yes. Full account and data deletion will be possible.

Yes. Profiles will include ratings, statistics, and game history.

Classic chess, online play, basic profiles, and essential settings.

Premium provides additional conveniences, extended customization, enhanced analysis features, and access to some Workshop functions.

No. Metachess does not include pay-to-win mechanics.

Donations support the project and provide recognition, such as a supporter badge, without affecting gameplay.

Paid modes may exist as optional additional functionality, but they will not interfere with the core game experience.

Yes. Community input is a core part of platform development.

Through GitHub, the bug tracker, or a dedicated feedback page.

Yes, once the platform reaches stability.

Planned. Tools for analysis, training, and custom scenarios will be available in the future.

PCs, laptops, and mobile browsers. Dedicated apps are planned for the future.

No. Metachess is designed to work on standard hardware.

Yes. Metachess is designed with integrations and extensions in mind.

At status.metachess.org (planned).

Active development. The core platform is being stabilized.

Reliable gameplay, stable online matchmaking, player profiles, authentication, and basic UX.

Yes. Metachess aims to be a flexible, scalable chess ecosystem with a Workshop and a strong community.

NFTs, loot boxes, pay-to-win features, gambling mechanics, and intrusive advertising will never be part of the platform.