Chess 960
Published 1996
Like the standard game of chess, but the pieces behind the pawns on the white side are arranged at random, with the proviso that bishops must end up on opposite colors, and the king dwell somewhere between the two rooks. The black pieces are lined up to mirror the white. This results in 960 different possible positions, hence the name Chess 960. The original name, Fischer Random Chess, is also frequently used.
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Game Info
- Players
- 2 Players
- Time
- 3 hours
- Weight
- Medium — 3.3/5
- Year
- 1996
- BGG Rating
- 7.67
- BGG Rank
- #7582
- Min Age
- 10+
Frequently Asked Questions
Chess 960 is designed for exactly 2 players.
A typical game of Chess 960 takes about 180 minutes.
Chess 960 has a complexity rating of 3.30/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Chess 960 is 10+. Younger children may enjoy it with guidance from experienced players.
Chess 960 has a rating of 7.67/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 191 ratings. It is ranked #7582 overall.
Chess 960 was designed by Bobby Fischer. It was published in 1996.