Author: John Merlino
Date: 13:36:27 05/15/04
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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 I just noticed that, at the very least, there will be some new teaching content by GM Larry Christiansen. The name was always there, but since I had always associated GM Larry EVANS with Chessmaster, I didn't notice the change in last name. I have also asked Josh if he provided anything new for this version, but have yet to hear back from him. I'll let everybody know as soon as I do. jm
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