Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I play games just for fun?
A: Yes, players at ChessStars.net are able to play in a variety of credit games,
but they also play all of the same games in the free section.
Q: How do I deposit money into my ChessStars.net account?
A: Simply click on the Buy Credits tab at ChessStars.net and then decide on the
amount that you would like to deposit and follow the instructions on the page.
Q: How does the chess 960 work?
A: Chess960 is a variant of chess that sets up the chess pieces in 960 different
possible starting positions. This ensures that each chess player playing relies
on his or her own tactical playing ability rather than memorized starting positions
or predetermined tactics. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chess960
Q: How does the Chess Random Piece work?
A: Chess Random Piece allows you to add either a knight or a bishop at a random
time in the game. The automatically generates either a knight or a bishop. If you
are a white player you have the option of putting one of the pieces in row 2 or
3 wherever there is a free space, alternatively as a black player you may place
the pieces on either row 6 or 7. You may place this piece within two or three turns
or you have the option of moving one of the pieces on the board. If you do not place
the random piece in time then you lose the option of placing that piece.
Q: Are the games safe against cheaters?
A: It is recommended that for cash games a user sets a time limit per game of no
more than five minutes or a player may choose to play Chess960 or ChessRandomPiece
as this greatly reduces the possibility of cheating. While we do take preventative
measures in order to deter cheaters we cannot describe what those measures are as
that would give cheaters clues on how to further abuse the system.
Q: Do I need to sign up to play the free games?
A: Yes you must be a registered user of ChessStars.net in order to play the free
games. The registration is free and very quick.
Q: Is there a minimum amount that I must deposit?
A: At ChessStars.net you have the option to deposit 10, 25, 50, 100 dollar amounts,
you can however make as many deposits as you like of the different denominations.
Q: Are games at ChessStars.net legal?
A: All the different variety of chess games at ChessStars.net are based solely on
skill and nothing else. As there is no element of chance in the games, they do constitute
gambling and are therefore 100% legal.
Q: How do I add friends to my friends list?
A: Once you are in the middle of a game with another ChessStars.net user simply
click on the Add Friend button found on the right hand side of your screen.
Q: How does a player at ChessStars.net make a withdrawal?
A: Currently ChessStars.net is within beta production and you can not yet withdrawal
credits. You may add as many credits without charge; however once the beta phase
has ending all user promotional credits will be removed.