The Chessmaster series of programs has been humiliating humans since 1986. In an industry where game franchises are here today and gone tomorrow, it is quite an impressive run. Part of the reason for this longevity is that the Chessmaster series was never content just to crush its flesh and blood opponents; rather it always came packed with some wonderfully instructive tutorials to help the would-be grandmaster improve his game. As such, the series quickly became a favorite of club players the world over. Now after a three year hiatus, the latest edition of the program has emerged. Does Chessmaster XI: Grandmaster Edition live up to its respected pedigree?
Chessmaster XI installs easily enough arriving on a single DVD. Once loaded, a chessboard flashes across the screen with a musical fanfare. Three options are presented for the player: Learn, Play and Fun. Each offers its own set of features, so let’s take a look at them one at a time.
Learn
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