Gnome-chess offers a user-friendly graphical interface to play chess, providing an engaging game experience.
One of the best things about gnome-chess is that it is compatible with chess programs and servers. You can also use it as a PGN viewer. When using it with chess programs, it works smoothly with the chess engine, Crafty. Though most features should also work with GNU Chess, it is not the ideal engine to use with the software.
One of the most intriguing features of this chess game is the "first chess program" option. This feature allows you to choose the computer engine you want to play against. You can try "gnome-chess --fcp crafty" or "gnome-chess --fcp gnuchessx" to see how it works.
Another interesting feature is the --ics* option, which enables you to choose the server and pick usernames and passwords. For instance, you could try "gnome-chess --ics --icshost freechess.org" to experience the game's online capabilities.
Overall, the gnome-chess software is a great addition to any computer, especially for chess fanatics. The game functionality, combined with its compatibility with third-party software, makes it an excellent choice for any chess player out there.
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