The most popular chess server in the world. More than 5000 players online every night. 200,000 games per day. Top grandmasters playing, free chess training, live events with audio commentary, free chess tournaments with prizes every day, simultaneous exhibitions, special beginners and computer chess rooms.

Click here to download the free client software New! Version 5.

It is easy to use and its powerful features offer a magnificent online chess experience.You have full access for 30 days. You can then purchase a serial number for one year or continue to play as guest for an unlimited time for free. Or take the best deal: order the complete Fritz in our Shop.

How to buy an activation key

	Premium membership one year You can listen to audio commentary during major events, receive live training, play in simultaneous exhibitions against top GMs, watch the TV ChessBase shows and play in league tournaments – all without further costs or obligations. Price €49,90
	Basicmembership one Year Enter it in the help menu of your playchess.com software and get one year of basic access. Price €29,90

In the ChessBase.com Shop. Delivery with take approx. 2 working days. You will receive the key by Email.
ChessBase Shop

Download playchess.com manual (pdf)

Browser access to playchess.com

On this site you can enter playchess.com as a guest with your browser and watch games.