Chessmaster® 6000

Chessmaster® 6000 is the complete computerized chess resource for all age groups and skill levels. Beginners are patiently instructed and guided through history's most challenging game. Intermediate and expert players can both elevate their level of play and match wits with the most cunning opponent available on a personal computer. Features: Learn to play the game of kings with Teach Me to Play and extensive interactive tutorals. Chessmaster® makes it quick, easy, and fun. In-game coaching, hints, and suggestions. When asked, Chessmaster offers advice about the best possible moves for any position. A huge selection of opponents with varying abilities and diverse playing styles. Select one of many preconfigured personalities, or customize your own. Illustrated Voice Analysis. Ask for advice and both see the suggested course of action and hear the natural language analysis. Custom Interfaces Select your favorite two- or three-dimensional board and piece sets. Set up your preferred display or choose one of our default layouts. Chess for fun: puzzles, classic games, Blitz Chess, and more. 300,000 game database with the ability to import your own games. While playing, search to find how Kasparov or Fischer (or even you!) handled the same game situation. Search games by opening line, board position, or by multiple search criteria. Rated game play. Earn a rating by playing against a gallery of 64 different human-like personalities, each complete with photo, biography, and distinct playing style. Innovative new tutorals from Bruce Pandolfini, celebrated chess coach and author. Learn chess from the inside out! New Josh Waltzkin voice annotated games. Josh annotates and gives unique insight into more of his favorite games. Free Internet play on Chessmaster Live, now available on Mplayer™. Play rated games and chat with people around the world, 24 hours a day. Annotated classic games from GM Larry Evans.