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Learn to Play Chess with Fritz and Chesster

Learn to Play Chess with Fritz and Chesster

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From: Viva Media
Category: Software

List Price: $29.99
Buy New: $23.98
You Save: $6.01 (20%)



New (5) Used (1) from $21.66

Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 82 reviews
Sales Rank: 417

Format: Cd-rom
Platforms: Windows Xp, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows Nt
Genre: Childrens Sports Software Games
ESRB: Everyone
Media: Video Game
Number Of Items: 1
Operating System: Windows 2000
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 1.3

MPN: 00113
Model: 00113
UPC: 838639001132
EAN: 0838639001132
ASIN: B0000950SM

Release Date: July 2, 2003
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • When the king and queen go on vacation, young Fritz is left in charge of the castle. As he explores his surroundings, he'll learn all about chess, from the basics to advanced strategies -- and so will you!
  • Discover 7 great arcade-style games that introduce chess fundamentals and advanced concepts
  • Fun characters like Fritz and Chesster make learning the game fun and interesting for children
  • Also includes a one-year membership to playchess.com
  • Is the item available or not, website issue confusing.

Accessories:

  • Logitech Precision Plug and Play Gamepad (Blue)
  • Saitek P990 Dual Analog Game Pad
  • Logitech ChillStream Gamepad for PC (963435-0403)
  • Plantronics DSP-400 Digitally-Enhanced USB Foldable Stereo Headset and Software
  • Belkin Nostromo Speedpad n52

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
Learn to Play Chess With Fritz & Chesster lets you be king for a day in a world where chess rules!


Customer Reviews:   Read 77 more reviews...

1 out of 5 stars Unable to use   January 6, 2009
E. Friel (Boston, MA USA)
I purchased two of your video games through Amazon.com for Christmas presents and recently tried using them. I am very disappointed in their performance!

"Learn to Play Chess with Fritz and Chesster #1" stops soon after the King's son is challenged to a duel by Black Knight. The last phrase that can be heard is: "Is something going to happen here before we all fall asleep?"

"Learn to Play Chess with Fritz and Chesster #2" doesn't get beyond signing in. It keeps saying, no matter name I write in, "You're not the first to bear this name, please choose another name..."

I tried removing the programs and re-installing them again and I even tried using a different laptop.

What is the problem and how can it be resolved?




3 out of 5 stars Bad Language and Poor Sportsmanship   December 23, 2008
Mom to Two (Belfast, ME United States)
I bought this game 3 years ago for my son (now 8) and he loved it. I didn't like the language- they say "stupid" quite a bit. And I didn't like the way the characters make fun of you if you don't do well. And I didn't like how there are movie-type scenes that they have to watch to get to the next game. You can't skip over these. But he loved it and it did teach him basic chess skills. However, the game ONLY works if the CD is in the computer. After about a year, the CD got scratched and stopped working. Eventually, I decided to purchase LtPC 2 (see my even lower review for that!) for my son and to purchase this game again for my daughter, age 5. She will only play 2 or 3 of the games because she finds it so upsetting the way the characters make fun of her if she doesn't do well. My daughter is a spunky girl who has no trouble standing up for herself so it must be quite upsetting for her to not want to play the game. I'm fed up with these games. I work hard to teach my children to have good character, good sportsmanship and good communication skills. I don't need that compromised by a poorly executed video game.


5 out of 5 stars simply the best   November 14, 2008
Fluffy Mom (New York City)
There just is not anything else out there that teaches chess to kids so nicely!


5 out of 5 stars Alsolute good program for young beginner   July 16, 2008
J. Ni (Atlanta, GA USA)
My young one don't want to get off from game until I have to drag him away. It's aboslute good program for the beginner.


5 out of 5 stars My 7-year-old son really enjoys it!   June 28, 2008
Dante's Mom (Cleveland, TN)
I recently bought this for my son's seventh birthday. He has tried it out, and he enjoys it. I am pleased with the purchase.

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