Last updated on February 1st, 2026 at 03:24 am
TriLevelChess – Strategy Game Review
TriLevelChess is a Strategy/Board game from David Michael Matusow, first launched in 22nd January 2026.
It’s rated 4+ and currently has 0+ ratings on the App Store.
What Makes TriLevelChess Stand Out
EXPERIENCE CHESS IN THREE DIMENSIONS
Tri Level Chess reimagines the classic game with a revolutionary vertical twist. Play on three stacked boards where pieces can move up and down between levels, creating entirely new tactical possibilities and strategic depth.
MASTER VERTICAL STRATEGY
- Move pieces across three parallel chess boards
- Rooks ascend and descend vertically like elevators
- Knights leap between levels with devastating effect
- Bishops cut diagonal paths through multiple planes
- Every piece gains new attacking angles and escape routes
FOUR EXCITING VARIANTS
Classic 3D Chess
Experience traditional chess rules across three dimensions. Perfect for learning the vertical strategy fundamentals.
Chess960 (Fischer Random)
Randomized starting positions on three levels create 960 unique opening configurations. No memorized openings—just pure strategy.
Atomic Chess
Captures trigger explosive chain reactions! When pieces capture, both attacker and captured piece (plus adjacent non-pawns) vanish in a blast. Kings can never capture. Aggressive tactics meet calculated risk.
Crazyhouse
Captured pieces join your hand and can be dropped back onto any level! Place opponent's pieces as your own for wild tactical combinations across all three boards.
PLAY YOUR WAY
- Challenge the AI with three difficulty levels (Easy, Medium, Hard)
- Play locally against friends with pass-and-play
- Compete asynchronously via Remote Play – share moves through messages or email
- Set up custom positions and puzzles
- Choose starting levels: both on the same board, or split between top and bottom
POWERFUL FEATURES
- See valid moves highlighted across all three levels
- Inspect enemy piece threats with long-press
- Full undo/redo navigation through game history
- Complete move log tracking
- Material advantage calculator
- Optional chess clock with customizable time controls
- Save and load multiple games
- Share positions with friends
- Export games for analysis
- Setup positions and share with friends
THOUGHTFUL DESIGN
- Clean, intuitive interface designed for iPad and iPhone
- Smooth piece dragging with haptic feedback
- Zoom and pan for detailed board inspection
- Portrait and landscape support
- No ads, no subscriptions, no in-app purchases
- Buy once, play forever
PERFECT FOR
- Chess players seeking new challenges beyond 2D
- Strategy game enthusiasts who love deep tactical puzzles
- Puzzle creators exploring three-dimensional tactics
- Friends looking for a unique competitive experience
- Anyone curious about chess with a vertical dimension
THREE BOARDS. INFINITE POSSIBILITIES.
Download Tri Level Chess and discover a whole new dimension of strategy.
This Strategy game offers engaging gameplay and regular updates for mobile players.
Player Feedback
Recent Updates & Development
Latest Update: 22nd January 2026
Download & Availability
TriLevelChess is available through the official App Store for iOS devices.
Get TriLevelChess on App Store
Requirements: Requires iPhone 5s / iPad Air / iPad Air (Cellular) / iPad Mini 2 (Retina) / iPad Mini 2 (Retina, Cellular) / iPhone 6 / iPhone 6 Plus / iPad Air 2 / iPad Air 2 (Cellular) / iPad Mini 3 or later.
Compatible with iPhone and iPad devices.
Player Experience Highlights
App Details
- Version: 1.0
- Size: 11.18 MB
- iOS: 17.6 or later
- Languages: EN
- Content Advisory:
- Developer: [David Michael Matusow]()
Last updated: 22nd January 2026 | Genre: Strategy, Board | Developer: David Michael Matusow