Find your
next game.
Discover chess players near you. Pick a public venue, book a game, and meet over the board — real chess, with real people.
Adebayo O.
12 games played
Intermediate
How it works
Three steps to your next match
Post a game
Pick a date, time, and a public venue near you. Set your vibe: casual, competitive, or a teaching session.
Get booked
Other players browse games by area, skill level, and date. Someone finds yours and books it — or you book theirs.
Show up & play
Meet at the venue, confirm each other arrived, and play. Leave rating tags and build your reputation.
Why CHIP
Chess is better in person
Real opponents, nearby
Find players in your neighborhood who actually want to sit down and play.
Public venues only
Every game happens at a cafe, park, or restaurant. Safe, social, visible.
Build your reputation
Earn rating tags like Respectful, Punctual, and Great Teacher from real opponents.
Show-up rate
Reliability is visible. Players with confirmed no-shows carry a warning badge so you know before you book.
Beyond 1v1
More ways to play together
Not every game is one‑on‑one. Host or join a competitive tournament or a relaxed group hangout — in person, at public venues near you.
Tournaments
Competitive multi‑player events with a set format and optional prizes. Posting one promotes it to players across your state.
Browse tournamentsHangouts
Casual group meetups — just show up and play. Posting one lets players in your area know where to find a game.
Find a hangoutFrom the Photowall
The faces behind the boards
Real games from parks, cafés, and restaurants, shared by players across the community.
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For your safety, always choose a public venue like a cafe, restaurant, or park. Never follow someone home before or after a game. CHIP is designed around public, visible spaces — if a situation ever feels off, trust your instincts and leave.
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