More emotion
A camera turns a quiet online match into a game where reactions are part of the experience.
Play chess with camera
Play chess with camera, voice, and the emotion of a real table.
ChessTV is built for players who want more than a silent board. Create a private camera-on chess room, invite a friend, approve the join request, choose a clock, and play face to face online.
Why camera changes online chess
Normal online chess is efficient, but it can feel anonymous. A chess video call brings back the human layer: concentration, pressure, confidence, surprise, and laughter. ChessTV keeps that feeling close to the board without covering the game.
Better friendly matches
Private rooms are ideal for friends who want to talk, think, laugh, and rematch without leaving the board.
Still chess-first
Live video appears as compact avatars, keeping the chessboard larger and more important than the call.
Built for repeat games
Room history, stats, PGN, time controls, and rematches make a session feel like a real match.
Private rooms
Only the accepted two players can access the room content, camera, voice, chat, and board.
Creator approval
The room creator approves join requests before a guest enters the private chess room.
Camera optional
Players can use voice and decide when they want to turn on the camera.
FAQ
Questions about playing chess with camera
Do both players need ChessTV Pro?
No. ChessTV Pro is needed to create rooms. Invited guests only need a free account to join and play.
Can I play without turning on camera?
Yes. Voice can be used by default, and camera can be turned on when the player is ready.
Is this different from a normal chess site?
Yes. ChessTV focuses on private face-to-face online chess with live camera, voice, chat, and room history.
Are games saved?
Completed games remain in the room history, including moves and results. Live video is not saved as a recording.