Frequently Asked Questions
Does Versus Chess require Wi-Fi?
Versus Chess requires an active internet connection. It works over EDGE, 3G or Wi-Fi. Note that you will not be able to launch the game without an internet connection.
Is there single player mode?
No, Versus Chess does not support single player or offline games. All games are played over the internet.
How long does each game last?
Each player is given a short amount of time to make all their moves. If your Chess Clock runs out, you will lose the game. Currently each player is given around 7 minutes per game. (So the longest a game can last is about 15 minutes) Additionally there is a per move timer to stop players from simply running out the clock.
Can I adjust the length of a game?
Not right now. We could allow players to set the length of their games. Unfortunately, it would be harder to match people up. If Alice wants a short 10 minute game she wouldn’t match up with Bob, who is looking for a 40 minute game. In the interest of simplicity and getting people matched up with each other, we settled on a single game length.
I looked away for a moment and missed the last move, is there some way to repeat it?
Sure, to repeat the last move, swipe your finger across the board from right to left.
How do I find an opponent?
There are two ways to find an opponent. The first is to select Instant Match from the main menu. The server will automatically attempt to match you up with an opponent based on your rating. The second is to select Find Opponent from the main menu. You will be shown a list of possible oponents ordered by their rating. If you have playerd them before, you will also see your record against them (wins - losses - draws). You can then select one to Challenge and be challenged by others.
Are there computer players?
Ideally, there would not be any computer players. However, the server will create computer players if the number of people looking for a game gets too low. Games against computer players will not affect your Rating. The computer players will have BOT at the end of their name.
How do the ratings work?
The ratings are based on a modified CXR system. For details, check out:
http://www.cxrchess.com/CXRStatsExplained.php
How can I rotate the board, I want to be on the bottom of the screen?
Physically, turn your phone upside down. After a moment the screen will reorient itself.