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Chessmaster 8000
100
Antagonist
There is no better chess game out there, and any improvement beyond this is moot.
Due to its incredible content and easy interface, the game is one of the best of its kind on the market for both casual and professional players.
A marvelous learning program that challenges players to think, reason, and plan ahead. The program has a terrific options package, solid graphics and sound. This is the program that you will want if you play chess or ever wanted to learn.

Chessmaster 8000

Released On: 
Nov 14, 2000
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Generally Favorable
80
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Mixed or Average
6.0
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
73% Positive
8 Reviews
27% Mixed
3 Reviews
0% Negative
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100
Antagonist
There is no better chess game out there, and any improvement beyond this is moot.
85
GameZone
A marvelous learning program that challenges players to think, reason, and plan ahead. The program has a terrific options package, solid graphics and sound. This is the program that you will want if you play chess or ever wanted to learn.
83
IGN
Apart from all the game rooms and reference sections of the game, there is also a coach function that will analyze your own games and point out possible improvements or weaknesses.
80
CNET Gamecenter
With Chessmaster 8000, Mattel Interactive doesn't necessarily reinvent its classic series, but it further refines what is already the most comprehensive chess title on the market.
78
PC Gamer
Despite some blemishes, it's still the PC's best chess offering. [Apr 2001, p.78]
74
GameSpot
While it does have some new features and still plays well, it actually falls short of its two predecessors in the important area of multiplayer support.
60
Computer Games Magazine
It's still the best mass market chess game you can buy at your local software shop, but with a few bugs squashed and the fuller featured online features of last years' version revived, it could be a much better program.
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SummaryWhile it does have some new features and still plays well, it actually falls short of its two predecessors in the important area of multiplayer support.
Rated Efor Everyone
  • PC
Nov 14, 2000
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