Ready to Play?
Choose your mode and start your chess journey.
Start PlayingGame Modes
Explore all ways to play chess on ChessStake. From AI training to competitive P2P matches and scheduled challenges.
Three Ways to Play
Train against Stockfish AI, compete in instant P2P matches with stakes, or schedule challenges with friends.
Stockfish Powered
vs Stockfish
Train against the world's most powerful chess engine. Perfect for improving your game at any level.
18 Difficulty Levels
From absolute beginner to grandmaster strength
No Time Limits
Take your time to think and learn
No Stakes
Practice completely risk-free
ELO Tracking
Your rating updates based on performance
Stockfish Difficulty Levels
1-3
Beginner
4-6
Casual
7-9
Club
10-12
Strong
13-15
Expert
16-18
Master
USDC Stakes
Multiplayer
Quick matches against real players with USDC stakes. ELO-based matchmaking for fair competition.
Instant Matches
Find opponents in seconds
Smart Contract Escrow
Funds secured until match completion
Anti-Cheat Protected
Advanced monitoring ensures fair play
Instant Payouts
Winner receives USDC immediately
Stake Levels
USDC
$1
Micro
$5
Low
$25
Medium
$100
High
Scheduled
Challenges
Schedule matches with friends or accept challenges from other players. Plan your games in advance.
Schedule Matches
Pick a date and time that works for both
Chat with Opponent
Coordinate and communicate before the match
Email Notifications
Reminders when your match is approaching
Play with Friends
Challenge specific players you know
How Challenges Work
1
Create
2
Accept
3
Schedule
4
Play!
Mode Comparison
Compare features across all game modes to find your perfect match.
| Feature | vs Stockfish | Multiplayer | Challenges |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDC Stakes | |||
| ELO Rating | |||
| Instant Match | |||
| Scheduled Games | |||
| Anti-Cheat | |||
| Wallet Required | |||
| In-Game Chat |
Which Mode is Right for You?
Choose based on your goals and how you want to play.
Want to Improve?
Train against Stockfish at your level. No pressure, no time limits. Focus on learning patterns and improving your game.
Recommended: vs Stockfish
Ready to Compete?
Test your skills against real players. Stakes make every move count. ELO matchmaking ensures fair competition.
Recommended: Multiplayer
Playing with Friends?
Schedule a match when both of you are available. Chat before and coordinate. Perfect for planned games.
Recommended: Challenges
Before Playing for Stakes
Practice against Stockfish until you're comfortable with your level. Only stake what you can afford to lose. Multiplayer and Challenges both require a connected wallet with USDC on Polygon.