Play Against AI Bots
Powered by Stockfish 16 – The World's Strongest Chess Engine
Train against AI opponents perfectly matched to your skill level. From patient beginners to ruthless masters, find the perfect sparring partner available 24/7.
Choose Your Opponent
Six distinct AI personalities, each calibrated to provide the right challenge for your current skill level.
Beginner Bot
Perfect for learning basics. Makes obvious mistakes to help you practice.
Intermediate Bot
Plays solid chess but has weaknesses. Great for improving tactics.
Advanced Bot
Challenging opponent. Punishes mistakes but still beatable with good play.
Expert Bot
Near-master level play. Tests your skill and finds your weaknesses.
Master Bot
Master-strength AI. Only strong players can win consistently.
Engine Mode
Full Stockfish power. Test yourself against one of the strongest engines.
Why Train with AI Bots?
AI opponents offer unique advantages for chess improvement that you can't get from human games alone.
No Pressure
Take your time without rating anxiety. Experiment with new openings and strategies.
Available 24/7
Practice anytime without waiting for matchmaking. Instant games, instant feedback.
Adaptive Difficulty
Bots scale to your level. Always a challenging but achievable opponent.
Pattern Training
Bots play consistent, logical chess—perfect for recognizing tactical patterns.
Training Features
Progressive Learning
Start with easier bots and work your way up. Each level builds on the skills from the previous one for systematic improvement.
Post-Game Analysis
Every bot game can be analyzed with Stockfish. See where you went wrong and learn from your mistakes immediately.
Custom Settings
Choose any time control, play as white or black, and configure the bot's playing style to match your training goals.
Opening Practice
Use bots to practice specific openings. They'll play standard theory responses so you can learn book lines safely.
Achievement System
Unlock achievements by beating higher-level bots. Track your progress from beginner to bot crusher.
Endgame Training
Bots excel at endgames. Practice technical positions and learn proper technique from silicon precision.
Powered by Stockfish 16
Our bots are powered by Stockfish, the world's strongest open-source chess engine. With an estimated ELO of 3500+, Stockfish has defeated every other chess program and provides the gold standard in computer chess analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about playing against AI
Do bot games affect my rating?
Bot games are separate from rated human games. They don't affect your main rating, so you can practice freely without pressure.
How are bot difficulty levels calibrated?
Each bot level is carefully tuned using Stockfish's strength limiting features. We test extensively to ensure each level matches its stated ELO range.
Can I analyze bot games afterward?
Yes! All bot games can be analyzed with our Stockfish-powered analysis tool. Review your mistakes and find the optimal moves.
Do bots make realistic mistakes?
Lower-level bots are programmed to make human-like mistakes—tactical oversights, positional errors, and time trouble blunders that mirror real opponents.
Can I practice specific openings against bots?
Yes, bots will respond with standard opening theory, making them perfect for drilling your repertoire without revealing it to human opponents.
Start Your Training Journey
From beginner to master, there's a bot waiting to help you improve.
Play Your First Bot Game