Genre: Strategy
Developer: Icon Design
Publisher: Mastertronic
Year: 1986
System: Amstrad CPC
Master Chess is a straightforward, top-down chess simulation for the Amstrad CPC. Players set time limits for both human and AI opponents, navigate the board using a pointer, and move pieces between squares via spacebar commands. The game allows setup of custom positions and saving/loading of matches. Although the computer AI is relatively weak—occasionally making illegal moves—its speed and ease of use make it accessible for beginners seeking a quick game rather than deep strategic play. With its budget pricing, Master Chess was a simple and affordable chess option in the late 1980s.
