Chessmaster 8000

 PC
  • Publisher: Mattel
  • Release Date: Nov 14, 2000
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. GameSpot
    74
    While it does have some new features and still plays well, it actually falls short of its two predecessors in the important area of multiplayer support.
  2. GamerWeb PC
    70
    For those looking for a simple 'opponent' to play against, you might be better off saving your money and simply playing chess online. As its multiplayer capabilities have shown, Chessmaster 8000 does not focus on this aspect of the game.
  3. Computer Games Magazine
    60
    It's still the best mass market chess game you can buy at your local software shop, but with a few bugs squashed and the fuller featured online features of last years' version revived, it could be a much better program.