$2,096,906 raised out of $20,000
Overview
Platform
Indiegogo
Backers
35
Start date
Jul 12, 2023
Close date
Jul 13, 2023
Concept

Experience the Magic with Self-moving pieces | Real-time coaching | Online play | AI-powered |

Story

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The ultimate strategy game played for centuries. From kings and queens to grandmasters, it has captivated players of all skill levels with its timeless beauty. With its simple rules and rich complexity, chess has the power to challenge the mind like no other, while simultaneously providing hours of entertainment. 

With two products successfully delivered (GoCube and GoDice) already under our belt, and over 300k happy customers, and multiple global awards for our products,  our team is excited to introduce GoChess — the world’s first truly robotic chess board with AI technology that provides an unprecedented level of realistic gameplay.

With GoChess, distance is no longer a barrier to playing your favorite game of chess, against your opponent of choice! Play with Anyone. Anywhere. Anytime. Whether it’s face-to-face, online, or with AI.

As you sit in front of your chessboard your heart starts to race with anticipation. Suddenly something magical happens. The invisible opponent makes his move, and the piece glides into its new position. Now, your move. 

Beneath the sleek and elegant surface of your GoChess, hides the patent-pending robotic mechanism that automatically moves the chess pieces reflecting your opponent’s moves. Now you can challenge anyone, anywhere in the world. Imagine playing against a grandmaster or a friend on the other side of the planet.

Like clockwork, the pieces began moving toward their starting places, setting up the board for your next victory. Manual board set-up becomes a chore of the past! 

The diligent robots inside the GoChess board move multiple pieces simultaneously, making the setup process automatic, fast, smooth, and quiet. It gets even better: you have options to set up any puzzle or restore a game state — click and let these tiny “workers” diligently scurry around your checkered kingdom, transforming it from chaos into order in no time.

Show… Don’t Tell. When you secretly feel intimidated by the game of masters, let the lights show you the way! As you maneuver your pieces on the board, a magical light illuminates your path, revealing the moves you were probably gonna make anyway 🙂 

Chess can be a tough game to master, but with the GoChess AI-powered board, you can-. Imagine that a wise mentor is sitting right next to you, whispering expert advice and guiding you through each move. 

Thanks to its color-coded coaching lights, GoChess analyzes game situations and suggests best, worst or possible moves in real-time. Whether you’re an amateur looking to improve or a pro seeking to advance your strategic game, GoChess is the perfect companion to help you outwit your opponents and achieve greatness on the chessboard. But hey, we don’t hand you the King, you’ll still need to earn it yourself.

Moreover, the real-time tips and feedback enable players of different levels, ages (and generations) to enjoy and play together with a challenging game for one, personal coaching for the other, and pure quality valuable time for both (Parents, we’re looking at you!)

You are eager for a game on your GoChess. No one is nearby, but never fear – opponents are there to be had!  It is a fierce battle between you and your rival  – who may be living across the ocean or in a faraway land.

GoChess integrates with both Lichess & Chess.com platforms. With built-in magnetic sensors and connectivity to track moves, you can play on GoChess, just as if you were sitting across from your opponent. Whether it’s a friendly match or a serious competition, GoChess allows you to make & maintain connections with fellow chess enthusiasts anywhere in the world, while playing from the comfort of your own home. 

Play at home or with remote opponents all thanks to the integration in the most popular chess platforms.

Time to explore digital capabilities. As you delve deeper into the world of GoChess, you discover the power of its intuitive and user-friendly app that syncs with your chessboard, unlocking a whole new level of possibilities.

Created by chess masters, the GoChess dedicated app seamlessly syncs with your real-life board, merging the online and offline gameplay experiences. Connect popular chess platforms, solve challenging puzzles, revisit historical games, or stream real-time matches on your board. 

GoChess isn’t just about playing the game; it’s about improving your skills, tracking your progress, and connecting with other players. The app records and keeps track of all your games and moves, providing you with real-time analysis and insights to help you hone your skills and keeping you on top of your progress.

You hold the pieces, admire the detail, &  feel the satisfying weight in your hand.  Your eyes take in the curves and precision on the thinnest smart board on the market, a fusion of innovation and tradition.  Is it artwork? Or is it a game?.. You Decide.  

The sleek and minimal design makes GoChess a true masterpiece in both form and function, crafted with meticulous attention to detail. It is a full-sized board, made of the finest quality materials, and is the thinnest smart board on the market. Players can choose from two styles, a sleek tech look, or a classic wooden design, making it a stunning addition to any home or office.

 
 

As magic-obsessed problem-solvers, we’ve always been excited about pushing the boundaries of what’s possible (  “impossible”).  We put tiny tech inside physical devices -And wrap them up into beautifully crafted high-quality toys & games that empower people of all ages, spark interest and excitement, gain new skills, and bring friends and family to spend quality time together … GoChess has been worked on quietly for the last few years. It is with the success of our 2 other campaigns, that we are bringing you our most ambitious product. 

Following GoCube and GoDice, successfully delivered, and +300K customers worldwide, you can count on us to deliver GoChess to the highest spec. 

Polish your chess skills, we’re coming to your homes soon!

2 Successfully – Delivered Campaigns

300k+ happy customers

With a simple voice command, players can now move their pieces without touching the board. With this integration of voice control technology, playing chess with GoChess has become even more flexible to players

Additionally, voice control technology provides an accessibility advantage to players with disabilities or those who prefer hands-free control, and the ones who prefer to challenge themselves with blindfolded chess play.

Improve your chess game by playing against a challenging, but not unbeatable opponent. With its advanced AI mode and 32 levels of difficulty to match your skill level, GoChess offers an immersive and entertaining experience. You can even try the adaptive AI mode that learns from your playing style and adapts to give you the ultimate experience.

Looking for a good game of chess but can’t find anybody at your level? No worries! With our app, you can now select the skill level of your opponent, from beginner to advanced. Plus, you’ll receive real-time coaching and move suggestions during your game. This way, you can always have a challenging match (and your opponent won’t be bored either ;)!

Say goodbye to losing against your loved ones who always seem to have the upper hand.

 
The following video was added to answer some of the more frequent questions about how the knight moves, the level of noise in the system, and building a unique jig to show an exposed view of the robots dragging pieces on top of it. So here you go…
 

GoChess uses magnetic sensors for detecting the movement of chess pieces on the board. Besides the playing area, there are magnetic sensors all around the board to sense the parking pieces when they are taken.  

Introducing GoChess Lite — the same smart GoChess Board without self-moving pieces! It packs in all of the functional capabilities of your GoChess in a thin, smart, AI-powered board. With the aid of light indicators, the online connected board lets you know what moves your opponent is making, while you get to move the pieces manually.   You can always transform your GoChess Board into GoChess Lite for easy carrying around.

GoChess 1XR can move 1 piece at a time (has one robot) while GoChess 4XR can move 4 pieces simultaneously (has four robots). The difference is in the speed and the playing experience within a game: while 1 robot can only make simple moves, and arrange the board within specific time (say 2 minutes), 4 robots enable more advanced moves (such as capturing, castling etc., which require two movement simultaneously) and will setup the board for puzzles or new games much faster – say 30 second for the same example.

As the shipping industry experiences ongoing fluctuations, we are committed to securing the best possible rates for delivering your pledges promptly and efficiently.

To ensure a smooth and accurate process, we will be collecting shipping fees through the Pledge Manager survey.

At this stage, we are unable to provide an exact shipping cost due to the volatility in shipping rates. However, based on our current estimates, the shipping fee is expected to fall within the range of $30 to $90, depending on the destination country. We understand that this range may be broad, but please rest assured that our dedicated logistics team is actively negotiating with shipping partners to secure favorable rates and minimize costs for you.

Regarding taxes, duties, and VAT, our price does not include any kind of fee imposed by your country. Those are regulated by the laws of each individual country, but we will do our best to minimize the additional cost. 

GoChess campaign is designed and fully managed by TCF (The Crowdfunding Formula.), a leading, award-winning crowdfunding marketing agency. We team up and help companies to build global brands.
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