Petersburg Chess

Petersburg Chess

Description

Inspired by a Russian chess variant, Petersburg Chess is an intriguing board game that challenges traditional chess norms. First played in the mid-90s by St. Petersburg chess enthusiasts, this strategy-based game caters to seasoned chess players while also easing newcomers into its unique rules with simplified initial difficulty levels.

How to Play

The rules of Petersburg Chess essentially remain the same as standard chess, just with a Russian twist. The game offers ten difficulty levels, progressing from simpler games to advanced challenges. Beginners can start from level one and gradually advance learning the game's particularities.

Tips and Tricks

Understanding basic chess strategies is pivotal in Petersburg Chess. Start at lower levels to get comfortable with the new rules. Practice frequently, and ensure you understand how each unique move impacts your overall gameplay strategy.

Features


  • Introduces players to an exciting variation of traditional chess.
  • Ten escalating difficulty levels cater to both beginners and experts.
  • Innovative design that stimulates strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • A great way for beginners to learn classic chess rules within a new framework.


Petersburg Chess belongs to Board and Chess tags.
This game has received 11 votes, 8 positive ones and has an average score of 1.4.
It's playable on desktop devices and also mobile ones.

Release date: 2023-09-08.

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