  
Make your move and capture the latest innovation in
computer chess!
 Chessmaster
Just Got Even Better with a More Powerful Chess Engine and Dynamic Graphics! Chessmaster 8000 has taken its visual look to another level with
the addition of several new chess boards and sets, all done in crisp 16-bit
graphics.
Prepare for the ultimate interactive chess experience with the latest
installment of the legendary Chessmaster® series. Featuring a brand
new game engine, Chessmaster 8000 delivers the most advanced opponent available
on a home computer. An ideal introduction for the chess newcomer and a
worthy challenge for the aspiring Grandmaster, Chessmaster 8000 remains
the final word in computer chess. Experience a brand-new chess engine,
capable of playing at Grandmaster level!
What's New in Chessmaster 8000:
New Chess Engine
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Totally revamped the core chess engine to make
it play at Grandmaster-level strength. At its top level, Chessmaster
8000 is the best chess opponent. |
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Challenge more than three dozen opponents styled after Grandmasters
such as Kasparov. Morphy and Fischer. |
New 16 bit Graphics
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The stunning Irish set |
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The whimsical Dessert set |
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The classic Staunton set |
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And many others |
New Opponents
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New opponents added with a wide range of playing
styles. All of these have been tournament-tested to assure that everyone,
regardless of how you play, can find an opponent for a challenging, enjoyable
game. |
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Now you can set up your own Swiss-stle tournaments, against
up to 32 opponents! |
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Establish your chess rating by playing rated games. |
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For even more variety, create and customize your own computer
opponent. |
 New for Kids
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A new version of the innovative Natural Language
Advice aimed specifically at kids. |
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Fun chess sets designed especially for kids 6-12. |
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New computer opponents designed to play like kids. |
New Ways to Improve
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An entire endgame course by IM Josh Waitzkin
- more accessible than any book on the subject, and way more enjoyable! |
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The exclusive "Match the Masters" feature from legendary
chess teacher Bruce Pandolfini lets you pit your chess knowledge against
the best players in the world! |
New Interface
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Resize windows to create your own custom layout |
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Select from new chess wallpaper |
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Customize your 3D board |
New Ways to Study
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New chess drills that randomly generate each
time you play |
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Thousands of new games in the database, including top master
games from 1999 and 2000 |
Chessmaster as Opponent
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At its top level, the most powerful chess opponent
you can buy |
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Computer opponents for all levels of play, even kids. |
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Create your own opponent, right down to his opening book |
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Earn a chess rating |
Chessmaster as Teacher
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Let Chessmaster introduce you to the rules of
chess |
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Let Chessmaster coach you through the opening and middle
game tactics |
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Get quick hint or in-depth advice with the Illustrated Voice
Analysis |
Chessmaster as Trainer
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Improve your game by learning from International
Chess Master Josh Waitzkin |
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Try to "Match the Masters" with noted chess teacher Bruce
Pandolfini |
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Use the new chess drills to sharpen your play |
 An entire endgame course by International Master
Josh Waitzkin.
Josh has been working with the Chessmaster team since
early 1997. His vision is to convey the passion and
artistry of chess through a computer program. Josh's
audio annotated games, the Kids Room, and his new endgame
course, all add a unique human dimension to the world's
best-selling personal computer chess program.
- Pentium II 233 (or higher) IBM PC or compatible
- Windows 95/98/Me (see comments below for Windows XP Support)
- 48 MB RAM
- 4x CD-ROM drive (or higher)
- 50 MB of hard disk space
- Windows compatible sound card (16-bit recommended)
- SVGA video adapter and monitor capable of 800x600 resolution and 256
colors (or higher)
- 56.06 Kbps modem for Internet or LAN play on CHESSMASTER LIVE
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