Sharp Chess

Chess–No noise–Just the board. Sharp Chess is a clean and focused chess experience built for players who want to sit down and play. Added, without menus getting in the way, without distractions, and without compromise.

Whether you're a seasoned player looking for a serious opponent or picking up chess for the first time. Sharp Chess gets out of your way and lets you think. A worthy opponent–always ready.

Sharp Chess is powered by Stockfish AI one of the strongest chess engines in the world. Play solo against the AI or pull up a chair for a local two-player game. Dial the difficulty up or down to find the level that challenges you — whether that means a forgiving game for beginners or a brutal and unrelenting opponent for experienced players.

It never gets tiring. It never goes easy on you unless you request it to. Play your way!

Sharp Chess comes with two distinct visual identities so the game feels right wherever you're playing. Dark mode — the default experience. A near-black navy board with cool blue squares and deep purple accents.

Minimal, moody, and easy on the eyes during long sessions. Light mode — a classic chess aesthetic with a traditional green and brown board paired with a selection of nature-inspired backgrounds. For example, sunlit forests, open skies, and the timeless look of chess the way it has always been played.

Switch between modes any time from the settings menu. Built for the Steam Deck Sharp Chess runs natively on Steam Deck. Take your game to the couch, the commute, or anywhere else.

The interface is clean and readable on the decks screen. The trackpad gives you precise control over every move. Features Stockfish AI with adjustable difficulty Local two-player mode Dark mode and light mode visual themes Nature-inspired backgrounds for light mode Clean, distraction-free interface Steam Deck compatible Save and resume games