mcp-chessThis tool brings a working chessboard to your chat window. You can start fresh matches, track turns, view the current layout as a clear image, and search saved game files to review past strategies wit

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Reviewed by Daniel Nikulshyn·Updated July 2026

Overview

This tool brings a working chessboard to your chat window. It provides a range of tools for users to interact with the board and the AI. Available tools include get_board_visualization() for displaying the board as an image, get_turn() for determining whose turn it is, get_valid_moves() for listing legal moves, make_move() for making a move using Standard Algebraic Notation (SAN), new_game() for starting a new game, and find_position_in_pgn() for finding specific positions in a PGN string. The user can play a game against an LLM, or analyze past games by searching through saved game files. The board orientation automatically flips based on the user's assigned color.

Key features

get_board_visualization
get_turn
get_valid_moves
make_move
new_game
find_position_in_pgn

Pricing

Model: Free
Category: MCP Servers
Rating: No reviews yet

Use cases

Playing a game

Start a new game and make moves using Standard Algebraic Notation (SAN)

Analyzing a game

Find a position in a PGN string matching a condition and view the board state as an image

Pros & Cons

Pros

Allows playing chess against any LLM
Provides current board state as an image
Tracks turns and allows move making

Cons

Requires configuration setup
Limited information on AI opponent capabilities

Battle record

Across 1 battle in the Pantheon.

1st

2nd

3rd

Last battle

#7
MCP Servers Showdown — February 3, 2024
Feb 3, 2024 · #7 of 8

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Q&A

What if I want to analyze a past game?

Provide a PGN string to find_position_in_pgn with a condition like "bishop on a3"; the tool returns an image of that position, letting you review previous strategies.

Asked by Vikram Rao · Sep 9, 2025

How do I make a move and see legal options?

Use make_move with a SAN string like "e4" or "Nf3"; it returns the SAN, UCI, new FEN, and status. To list all legal moves, call get_valid_moves which outputs UCI moves such as "e2e4 g1f3".

Asked by Tatiana Popescu · Aug 9, 2025

Can I view the board state during play?

Yes, call get_board_visualization to receive a clear image of the current layout. The board flips automatically based on your assigned color for easier viewing.

Asked by Ivo Novotný · Jul 22, 2025

How do I start a new chess game with MCP Chess?

Use the new_game tool, passing user_plays_white=True (default) or False to play black. It resets the board and confirms the start, setting orientation to your chosen color.

Asked by Piotr Baranowski · Jul 5, 2025