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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.

2025StrategyEducation169.99 USDWindowsby ChessBase GmbH
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    At the turn of the century, Fritz fascinated the chess world with victories over Garry Kasparov and then-reigning World Champion Vladimir Kramnik. The "most popular chess program" offers you everything you will need as a dedicated chess enthusiast.

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    Lazy Chess

    Lazy Chess is a new non-profit chess game that narrows your choices down to the best 2 possible moves per turn. The moves provided can always win the game, but how strong are your decisions? Fewer moves. More fun.

    2021StrategyIndieCasual2.99 USDSteam ↗
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    Fritz - Your chess coach

    Fritz. Your chess trainer! Chess is fun with me! With AI help you learn to play brilliant winning games even as a beginner. Or play at professional level without help. Always with a humorous commentary. I also find opponents for you on the chess server and give you tactics training.

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Frequently asked about ChessBase 18 Steam Edition

How much does ChessBase 18 Steam Edition cost?
ChessBase 18 Steam Edition is listed on Steam at 169.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to ChessBase 18 Steam Edition?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside ChessBase 18 Steam Edition are Fritz 18 Steam Edition, Lazy Chess, Fritz - Your chess coach.
Who developed ChessBase 18 Steam Edition?
ChessBase 18 Steam Edition was developed by ChessBase GmbH.

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