Chess 7.0
Platform: Commodore 64
Gametype: Undefined
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Description from the packaging:

Strategic Intelligence Classics in their Definitive Microcomputer Versions. 

The Mind of Man Series Volume I 

Explore the Frontiers of Intelligence 

The Mind of Man 

Chess, Checkers and Odin (as played by U.S. Othello Association rules) are classic games of the intellect. They evolved over the centuries as a way to understand complex solutions and achieve mastery in action. 

Now by interacting with the intelligence embodied in these programs, you can participate in the exciting challenge of the Mind of Man. 

Challenges the Proficient; Instructs the Beginner. 

A new microcomputer standard for what many consider to be the ultimate game of intellect. In addition to its superior playing strength, Chess from Odesta introduces a new generation of interactive intelligence- with 27 cursor-controlled features including: 

Advice and prediction of best moves 
Save games to disk 
Graphic illustration of attacks and defenses 
Variations of blind-fold-chess 
17 Levels of play, including postal and mate-finder modes 
Enactment of over 30 classic human and computer chess games 
Plus- an opening library of over 7,000 moves 

For All Generations- A New Generation of Interactive Intelligence 

Chess, Checkers and Odin are unique- in playing strength and in what they let you do. You can try out any idea-- and even get ideas from the programs themselves. Plus, it is easy and fun to play the games and use their many features: 

Different levels of play, from beginner to expert 
Advice on best move 
Take back and replay moves 
Auto and manual modes 
Instant replay of games 
‘Change’ feature adds or subtracts pieces 
Sophisticated opening libraries 
Clear graphics 
Instructions includes chapter on skillful play 

The People Behind the Programs 

Larry Atkin and David Slate 

Authors of the Northwestern University 4.7 Computer Chess program. Winners of the World Computer Chess Tournament 1977-1980. Winners of 8 North American Computer Chess Championships between 1970 and 1979. Two of the world’s authorities on machine intelligence. 

Peter Frey 

Professor of Northwestern University, teaching courses in Psychology and Computer Science. Editor of and contributor to the definitive text on computer chess: Chess Skill in Man and Machine. One of the U.S. Othello Associations top-ranked players.
