Based on the most instructive chess studies handpicked for their educational value, this training course offers a specialized selection derived from the renowned CT-ART 4.0 curriculum. There is no equal to the clarity and depth of these studies, which not only sharpen your tactical vision but also reveal the timeless elegance of chess composition.
Endgame Studies includes approximately 950 of the greatest endgame compositions, complemented by 900 supporting exercises. Each position is enhanced with a unique feature — a 5x5 mini-diagram that captures the core idea behind the tactical motif. This visual aid helps you grasp complex concepts quickly and effectively.
This course is part of the Chess King Learn series (https://learn.chessking.com/), an innovative and comprehensive approach to chess education. The series spans all aspects of the game — tactics, strategy, openings, middlegame, and endgame — and is structured across multiple levels, from beginner to professional.
By working through this course, you will expand your chess knowledge, discover powerful tactical patterns, and apply what you've learned in real-game scenarios.
The program functions as a personal coach, assigning problems and guiding you through them when needed. It provides hints, detailed explanations, and even demonstrates strong refutations of incorrect moves to reinforce learning.
Key Features:
♔ High-quality examples, all verified for accuracy
♔ Mandatory input of key moves as required by the lesson
♔ Multiple difficulty levels to suit various skill ranges
♔ Diverse objectives within each exercise
♔ Hints provided upon making an error
♔ Refutation of common mistakes shown instantly
♔ Option to play out any task position against the computer
♔ Well-organized table of contents for easy navigation
♔ ELO rating tracking to monitor progress over time
♔ Customizable test mode with adjustable settings
♔ Bookmarking functionality for favorite exercises
♔ Optimized for tablets, with support for larger screens
♔ No internet connection required
♔ Sync across devices via a free Chess King account (Android, iOS, Web)
Free Version Preview
You can try the course with a fully functional free version that allows you to experience the program firsthand before unlocking additional topics:
- Attacking the king
- Stalemate
- Pawn promotion
- Domination
- Positional fortresses and how to break them
- Draws by perpetual check or repetition
- Other strategic ideas and combinations
What's New in Version 3.3.2 (Updated August 7, 2024):
- Introduced a Spaced Repetition training mode that mixes new puzzles with previously missed ones to optimize retention
- Added the ability to run tests based on bookmarked positions
- Implemented a daily puzzle goal setting — choose how many exercises you want to solve daily to maintain sharpness
- Introduced a daily streak counter to track consecutive days of completed goals
- Various bug fixes and performance improvements
