Based on the popular computer chess program, The Chessmaster 3-D for the PlayStation allows players to challenge a friend or one of 12 virtual chess opponents. Each computer-controlled opponent is rated according to ability. There are also six unique chess sets (each with animated pieces) from which to choose, including Alphabet, Celestial, Deco, Mechanical, Modern, and Staunton.
If you need assistance in deciding which pieces to move in order to secure a checkmate, the ChessMaster is available to lend a helping hand. You can perfect your chess playing skills using various teaching options; you can even view the computer's thought process as it "thinks" through each move.
While this is obviously a 3D title, you can switch the camera angle for a more traditional two-dimensional perspective. The camera is adjustable in that you're able to zoom it in and out until you find a view that is to your liking. You can even switch playing sides (from black to white pieces or vise versa) or simply have a quick look at the other side of the board.
If you want to see which pieces have been captured, you can view them in the War Room. The Chessmaster 3-D also features various time controls (five seconds per move, 40 moves in 120 minutes), replays, take back options, and auto play (which lets the game play itself).
Features:
Challenge the computer or a friend on a 3D table with adjustable levels of zoom
Features 12 computer AI opponents
Access hints while playing and view replays of key moves
Manufacturer's description:
Get on board. A radical new perspective on the game of chess.
Based on the world's best-selling computer chess program The Chessmaster 3-D puts you in complete control of awesome vivid 3-D and 2-D chess sets and boards from every perspective imaginable. Shift your position from above the board to below from beside it to right on top of it as you play. With the same powerful 32-bit chess engine as Mindscape's world-famous The Chessmaster 4000 for your PC, this program features a variety of unique sets real-time rendered pieces and a stunning multidimensional playing environment.
Rendered-on-the-fly 3-D or 2-D war room views.
Monitor every aspect of your game with a unique 3-D background main menu.
Perfect your skills with The Chessmaster's teaching options.
Play with a variety of different chess sets each with its own characteristics.
Set up a position and have The Chessmaster solve for mate.
See The Chessmaster actually think.
Experience an audio rush through the sound effects accompanying every action.
Challenge 12 diverse computer opponents, or go head-to-head with a friend.
Features:
- First person perspective.
- 3D graphics
- Cartoon graphics
- Chess theme.
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