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Product Features

Platform: Sony PSP
  • Josh Waitzkin training program
  • Follow interactive advice from the master to perfect your play style
  • Compete against advanced AI characters (24 ranging from easy to hard) or challenge other real players via local connection
  • Classic chess with chess timers, quick hint, game review, take back move
  • Create your own customizable profile where your progression is stored

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  • Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
  • ASIN: B000RF17YG
  • Product Dimensions: 7 x 4 x 0.5 inches ; 3.2 ounces
  • Media: Video Game
  • Release Date: February 13, 2008
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13,301 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

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Product Description

Platform: Sony PSP

Chessmaster: The Art of Learning expands the scope of chess to include broader principles of learning. Josh Waitzkin's book "The Art of Learning" is designed to pave the road to successful long-term growth on and off the chessboard. The eight-time National Chess Champion and two-time martial arts World Champion puts users in his shoes in some of the most riveting and formative moments of his chess career, including the legendary climactic game from the book and film Searching for Bobby Fischer. Waitzkin then turns to the classics, introducing beginners to brilliant games from some of the most important players in the history of chess. In his most revealing commentary ever, Waitzkin not only teaches the beginning chess player the fundamentals of the game, but also humanizes the road to mastery.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Well designed and fun game no matter your skill level., February 27, 2008
= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 
This review is from: Chessmaster The Art of Learning (Video Game)
This is an extremely well put together game that combines solid and fun learning tools, fun practice modes and a smooth and simple interface which will provide fun for a long time. This is a must have for any chess fanatic if you own a PSP regardless of your skill level.

I am a strong USCF "A" player, play everyday and are rated about 1900 or 50 points above the "highest" level offered in the game, the Chessmaster himself, who in the game is rated 1850. In looking for a chess title, I looked at "Online Chess Kingdoms" a long time ago but didn't even want to waste my time with gimmicks, even though I want ANY chess game for the PSP. So I have been waiting patiently for a decent game since I bought my PSP and pre-ordered this about 6 weeks ago.

Although the learning part of the game is not for me, I can really see how this would help someone just starting out or someone who knows "how to move the pieces" but without any skill or strategy. They will learn here. The mini games are fun, even though I aced though them (call me obsessed) and I will still play them from time to time. Kids will LOVE them and the reactions Josh Waitzkin provides in games like "Fork My Fruit" where you attack fruit with your pieces. The variety of types of puzzles offered is on par with the desktop game and can sharpen an existing player's skill and provide fun practice for the improving player.

Mainly though, I will play regular chess against the top 3 rated opponents the game offers. It's really nice that the board is stretched from top to bottom and is as big as the PSP can provide, plus you can pick your chess set. Because of the title I was a bit leery that it wouldn't be strong enough for me and although not master strength (2200 and above USCF) the program is quite strong and I believe much stronger than 1850 USCF. I had to really concentrate to beat it once, and have lost all the rest. What that means to you is even if you are high expert or master level; you will still get a good battle from this program. It's nice to have that in something simple and easy (not a palm type application) that you can kill time with anywhere.

This is the perfect chess game for about 99% of the population and because no 2 games are ever alike, if you love chess, then this game will provide entertainment for you for a long time to come.
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great learning tool, February 22, 2008
= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 
This review is from: Chessmaster The Art of Learning (Video Game)
Wow, what a surprising game. First let's get past the requirements: yes you can play regular chess without the learning modes, either single player (against game controlled opponents) or against your friends. And yes, playing against the "computer" is awesome! Great range of skill levels on the computer opponents. Now the learning tools: an amazing suite of features is available here. From tutorials to videos to mini games such as checkmating in a single move and much more. The learning tools in this game are fun and far richer than any I've tried in a chess game to date.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Good but inconsistent, September 18, 2008
= Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars 
This review is from: Chessmaster The Art of Learning (Video Game)
The chess games are fun. If you need a chess game for your PSP, this is probably the best one out there. The lack of on-line play is sad though. The player "personalities" are very inconsistent. Some of the 900 players are tougher than the 1200s.
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