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Frequently asked questions

Everything you might want to know before your first move — playing the engine solo, online games, installing it as an app, and more. You can start playing instantly, no sign-in required.

Is MateStorm free to play?+

Yes — MateStorm is free to play. You can practise against the engine solo, and with a quick sign-in play others online, at no cost.

Do I need an account to play chess?+

No account is needed for solo play — open MateStorm and start a game against the engine instantly. Online play against other people requires a quick Google sign-in so games stay fair, and online is currently in a private beta.

Can I play chess against the computer?+

Yes. MateStorm runs the Stockfish 16 NNUE engine directly in your browser, with ten strength levels from beginner-friendly to grandmaster — so it suits complete beginners and strong players alike.

How can I practise chess by myself?+

Open MateStorm and start a solo game against the engine instantly — no account needed. Choose from ten strength levels and get a live verdict on every move.

Can I play chess with friends online?+

Yes. Create a private room and share the link, or use the lobby for rated games and the leaderboard. Online play is currently in private beta.

Can I install MateStorm like an app?+

Yes. MateStorm is a Progressive Web App — add it to your home screen (Android: Chrome menu → Install; iPhone: Safari → Share → Add to Home Screen) and it opens full-screen like a native app, with no app store, no APK, and no download.

Do I need to install anything to play?+

No — MateStorm runs in any modern browser with nothing to install. Installing to your home screen is optional, just for a full-screen, app-like experience.

Does MateStorm analyse my moves?+

Yes. MateStorm shows a live engine evaluation and gives each move a verdict — from brilliancies to blunders — so you can learn while you play instead of waiting for a post-game report.

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