Anichess
Polygon NFT
Anichess is a subsidiary of Animoca Brands that is developing an innovative and community-driven chess experience. At the center of this experience is a free-to-play game that combines core values of traditional chess with added strategic layers through innovative spell mechanics. We are driven by innovation, inclusivity, and community empowerment, continuously striving to create a platform that preserves the rich heritage of chess while constantly pushing the boundaries of the game.
Anichess is founded by Animoca Brands and partnered with Chess.com.
Animoca Brands, a Deloitte Tech Fast winner, a Fortune Crypto 40 company, and one of the Financial Times' High Growth Companies Asia-Pacific 2023, is a leader in digital entertainment, blockchain, and gamification that is working to advance digital property rights and contribute to the establishment of the open metaverse. The company develops and publishes a broad portfolio of products including original games such as The Sandbox, Phantom Galaxies, Life Beyond, Crazy Kings, and Crazy Defense Heroes, and products utilizing popular intellectual properties including Disney, WWE, Snoop Dogg, The Walking Dead, Power Rangers, MotoGP™, and Formula E.
Chess.com, our strategic partner, is the leading online platform and community dedicated to the game of chess. With over 100 million registered users, Chess.com offers a wide range of features and resources for players of all levels, from beginners to grandmasters. The platform provides opportunities for players to learn, practice, compete, and connect with other chess enthusiasts from around the world. Chess.com's mission is to promote the enjoyment and growth of chess, fostering a global community that shares a passion for this timeless game.