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Sleepchess quietly replays a chess game while you drift off, from nineteenth-century classics to strong modern games: one move at a time, with no commentary, and the result only appears after the last move.

How to use it

  1. Tap ▶ in the middle of the board to start.
  2. Use the buttons below the board to set the speed (2–10 seconds per move), the sleep timer and the sound.
  3. After 8 seconds the screen dims to a quiet view; touch it to bring the controls back.
  4. In the last minute before the sleep timer ends, the picture and sound slowly fade, then playback stops.

Questions

Do I need to know the rules?
No. Many people simply like watching the pieces move. There is no analysis on the page and nothing you need to follow.
Do I need an account? Where are my favorites kept?
No account is needed. Favorites, progress and settings stay in your own browser; we cannot see them. Clearing your browser data removes them.
Will the screen stay on?
While a game is playing, the page tries to keep the screen on. When the sleep timer ends it fades out and stops, and your phone turns the screen off as usual.
Can this treat insomnia?
No. Sleepchess is a way to relax, not a medical product. If you sleep badly for a long time, please talk to a doctor.