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ChessBase is a personal, stand-alone chess database that has become the standard throughout the world. Everyone uses ChessBase, from the World Champion to the amateur next door. It is the program of choice for anyone who loves the game and wants to know more about it.

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Frequently asked about ChessBase 17 Steam Edition

How much does ChessBase 17 Steam Edition cost?
ChessBase 17 Steam Edition is listed on Steam at 129.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does ChessBase 17 Steam Edition have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — ChessBase 17 Steam Edition supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player).
What games are most similar to ChessBase 17 Steam Edition?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside ChessBase 17 Steam Edition are Fritz - Your chess coach, Fritz 19 SE, Unending War: Grand-Strategy Chess.
Who developed ChessBase 17 Steam Edition?
ChessBase 17 Steam Edition was developed by ChessBase GmbH.

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