Exciting Updates for February 2025 on Chess.com: Events, Product & Engineering, Community, Content, and More!
Chess.com, the world’s largest online chess community, is kicking off 2025 with a bang as it welcomes its 200,000,000th member. With a plethora of events, content, and community updates, February promises to be an exciting month for chess enthusiasts.
In the realm of events, Chess.com has already seen the successful conclusion of the Chess.com Puzzles Championship and the Tata Steel Chess Tournament in January. As February unfolds, the Champions Chess Tour and the Freestyle Grand Slam are set to captivate audiences with thrilling competitions.
The Champions Chess Tour will kick off on February 16 with the Chessable Masters, offering a prize pool of $150,000 and coveted spots in the 2025 Esports World Cup. Notable players like Magnus Carlsen, Hikaru Nakamura, Gukesh Dommaraju, and Fabiano Caruana are expected to participate, promising intense battles on the chessboard.
Additionally, the Freestyle Weissenhaus Grand Slam event from February 6 to 14 will feature top grandmasters competing for glory. GM Vladimir Fedoseev emerged victorious in the play-ins for Freestyle Weissenhaus, setting the stage for an exciting tournament.
Chess.com has also introduced new initiatives like Freestyle Friday, a weekly tournament that has already seen champions like Carlsen and GM Oleksandr Bortnyk. Titled Tuesday Grand Prix continues to be a highlight, with Nakamura leading the pack as the only player to win multiple Titled Tuesdays in January.
On the product and engineering front, Chess.com has enhanced the mobile gameplay experience with new animations, making victories even more satisfying for players. The platform’s popular bots have also received updates, adding a touch of Valentine’s Day flair to the gaming experience.
In the community sphere, Chess.com is hosting the 2025 Improvement Challenge and forging partnerships to enrich the chess community. The platform recently celebrated the winners of the Chess.com Awards and continues to collaborate with other sports entities to promote chess.
With a focus on fair play, Chess.com has closed over 100,000 accounts to maintain integrity within the community. The Fair Play team’s efforts have resulted in numerous actions to uphold the platform’s standards.
As Chess.com continues to grow, the Support team remains dedicated to addressing user queries promptly and efficiently. With nearly 38,000 conversations and a high member rating for quality, the Support team ensures that every member’s experience is seamless.
Whether you’re a seasoned grandmaster or a novice player, Chess.com offers a vibrant and engaging platform for chess enthusiasts worldwide. Stay tuned for more updates and events as the world’s largest chess community continues to thrive in 2025.