Now in Beta

Play bad chess for money

Compete in a dynamic and exciting new chess variant, wager your USDC, and prove your worth on the blockchain.

Why badchess?

Because chess is more fun when you're rewarded for creativity over perfection. Win games with style, earn more for playing unexpectedly.

Bad Chess, Good Money

The worse you play, the more you can earn. No more boring perfect games - get rewarded for creative, chaotic victories.

Instant Payouts

Win a game, get paid instantly. No waiting periods, no payment processors, just pure blockchain efficiency.

Secure & Transparent

Every game is recorded on the blockchain, ensuring complete transparency and fairness in gameplay and payouts.

How it Works

Getting started with badchess is simple. Follow these steps to begin your journey into blockchain chess.

Connect Wallet

Link your Web3 wallet to get started. We support MetaMask, WalletConnect, and more.

Find Opponents

Get matched with players of similar elo or challenge specific opponents.

Play Your Game

Make your moves on our sleek, responsive chess interface. Play Bullet, Blitz, or Rapid.

Win & Earn

Victory means instant payouts. Your earnings are automatically sent to your wallet.

How to Play

badchess follows standard chess rules with a few key differences that make the game more exciting.

  • Game modes: Choose between Bullet, Blitz, or Rapid time controls, with optional 2 second increment.
  • Stake sizing: Set your preferred bet amount when creating or joining games.
  • Payout system: Win with style - lower accuracy victories earn bigger rewards.
  • Fresh strategy: Forget perfect play, embrace chaos and creativity to maximize earnings.
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