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GameKnot
Play online chess, compete in tournaments, or invite friends to matches on the GameKnot chess site.
About GameKnot
GameKnot is an online chess website where players can play friendly games against other players, compete in tournaments, or play against computer bots. It offers both live real-time games and correspondence games, where players choose how often to move and can return to a game later.
The homepage describes registration and chess games as free and states that no additional software needs to be downloaded. It also lists chess tactics, puzzles, an annotated games database, teams and clubs, and ladder and league play. The homepage does not describe usage limits or specific pricing details, and no geographic restrictions are stated.
Key features
- Live real-time chess games against other players
- Correspondence games where players choose how often to move
- Monthly tournaments, league play and ladder ranking
- Chess tactics and puzzles for practice
- Play against computer bots
- Annotated chess games and a chess games database
Best for: Chess players who want to play friends or other players online, at either a live or slower pace, and practice tactics.
Good for
- Correspondence games let players move at their own pace without finishing in one sitting.
- No additional software download is needed, according to the homepage.
- Free registration is offered, as stated on the homepage.
GameKnot at a glance
- Website
- gameknot.com
- Category
- Gaming › Tabletop & Board Games
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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GameKnot FAQ
Can I play more than one game at a time?
The homepage states that players can play several chess games online simultaneously.
Do I have to finish a game in one sitting?
No. The homepage says players choose how often to move and can check back whenever they have time.
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