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Subject: Re: Chessmaster 10th Edition Announced

Author: Terry Giles

Date: 12:42:13 05/14/04

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On May 14, 2004 at 15:07:54, John Merlino wrote:

>Finally, there's something to see about the next version of Chessmaster
>(apparently officially called "Chessmaster 10th Edition"):
>
>http://www.ubi.com/US/Games/chessmasterx_pc.htm
>
>As expected (by me), the interface is entirely new, since the program is being
>developed by the same team that did the PS2 version.
>
>From what I can glean from the info on the website, it sounds like the majority
>of the work has gone into redesigning the UI and improving the online play. I
>don't see any new exciting tutorial/analysis features, other than Johan's new
>version of The King.
>
>So it sounds like they're going to sell the program based on the merits of the
>new interface.
>
>I also see a hint that there is an Xbox version in the works as well.
>
>As for an official release date, there isn't one mentioned.
>
>Enjoy!
>
>jm


Thanks for the info John, sad to say that all the screenshots shown are of
'arty-farty' chesspieces and board combinations. I'm currently running CM9k on a
PII @ 400Mhz, so unless I go for a major upgrade PC wise, the CM10th anniversary
program will prove too demanding for my computer!

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