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Pouet · Published by Pouet · Official site ↗
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Tycoon game to build and manage your own chess club from the ground up. Balance training, sponsors, tournaments and turn a tiny local club into a global success.
Simulation, Strategy, Casual, Sports · More free games
Manage every aspect of your chess club, from training players to securing sponsors. Turn a small local team into a world-renowned success in Chess Club Manager by Pouet.
About this game
Create a club where legends are made.
Add furniture. Attract players. Gain reputation.
In this management game, build the ultimate chess club and achieve worldwide fame.
Will you chase lucrative partnerships? Or favor discovering the next grandmaster?
Take care of your players and manage their training to turn amateurs into prodigies.
Every victory builds your club’s reputation; every loss is a lesson. Watch your players grow and win tournaments, taking your club's name global.
Great clubs run on great management. The more you grow, the more you earn to reinvest. Balance ambition with smart upgrades: expand your facility, unlock exclusive perks, and hire the perfect staff.
Every day is a new story
Design & Build: Place tables, chairs, boards, and decor to optimize space, comfort, and attractiveness.
Recruit & Train: Sign players with different skill levels, schedule their training and registration into tournaments.
Expand & Manage : Negotiate sponsorships, host events, and keep the club afloat while chasing prestige.
Deep progression: Grow income and reputation, unlock new rooms, staff, and advanced training options over multiple seasons.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i3 6100 or AMD FX-4350
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Supported Languages
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Free Demo Now Available
The playable demo for Chess Club Manager is now available to download and play on Steam.This demo introduces the early-game mechanics of building and managing a chess club. In the complete game, players will: Discover a variety of unlocks and new mechanics.Manage multiple clubs at the same time.Expand the club and unlock many more furniture options.Organize your own events.Drive talents and employees.Help players earn norms and titles.Experience new encounters and events.Meet famous chess content creators in-game.Feedback and bug reports are welcome on the official Discord server. If you enjoy the demo, please consider adding the game to your wishlist. Wishlisting is the most effective way to support development leading up to the full launch.Read full article on Community Announcements (LOVY)Patch NotesOfficial
Playtest Update #3
Your feedback has been invaluable. This is the largest update of the entire playtest, but also the last one. This final round of playtesting will last for about a week, then the game development will switch focus on new features and extending the gameplay loop. Stay tuned!ChangelogImprovementsAdd a player world leaderboardAdd tournament leaguesAdd a sort options for playersShow player stats in tooltip when registering for a tournamentAlign furniture when close to wallsUse spacebar to pause and unpauseAdd statistics for playersAdd icon next to winners in tournamentsBalancing on licensee skills and strengthBug fixesTournament game bugsIncorrect winner reportedInvalid moves leading to stalemateLocalization issuesRemove immovable furniturePrevent tall furniture to clip inside the groundInfinite money glitch with the first licenseesPrevent multiple objects from being moved at the same timeCannot hire trainer with insufficient fundsPrevent furniture to be placed out of boundsFirst month free incorrect effectInfinite carpet stackingRead full article on Community Announcements (LOVY)Patch NotesOfficial
Playtest Update #2
Thanks to everyone taking part in the ongoing playtest. We received very detailed feedback, on which helped to shape our second update.ChangelogImprovementsClick to place furniture instead of dropping from a heightSimplified controls when moving furnitureExplain players skipping tournament preparationDisplay tournament rankings at the endBug fixesFix translation issuesFix volume sliderDisplay saved games by dateFix revenue of merchandisingFix players blocking each othersIf you haven’t joined yet, request access to the playtest from the game’s Steam page.Read full article on Community Announcements (LOVY)Patch NotesOfficial
Playtest Update #1
Thanks to everyone taking part in the ongoing playtest. Your feedback has been incredibly helpful—and it’s already shaped our first update.ChangelogSmoother club camera controls (pan/rotate).Easier, more reliable object selection.Fixed tournament starting positions.UI adjustments for ultrawide screens.Improved generated player names and portraits.Added the ability to remove unwanted club members.If you haven’t joined yet, request access to the playtest from the game’s Steam page.Read full article on Community Announcements (LOVY)AnnouncementsOfficial
Playtest Coming Soon
We're soon opening our doors for the first Chess Club Manager playtest, giving you early access for free.This is your chance to be one of the first to try the game, and submit feedback for shaping its future!Join our Discord now to stay informed and to connect directly with the developer and fellow chess gamer enthusiasts.Read full article on Community Announcements (LOVY)
