Next-Gen 
Chess Platform, 
Powered by Innovation

Gambit is a real-money chess platform combining competitive gameplay, AI-powered security and seamless cross-platform access. Built for fast play, fair matchups, and a new kind of chess experience.

About Us

Where Skill Meets Stakes

At Gambit, we’re building the future of online chess, faster, fairer and more exciting. Our mission is to create a high-stakes platform where real skill is rewarded, cheating is impossible and players worldwide can connect through smart design, advanced tech and a shared love for the game.

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Game Modes for Every Play Style

Whether you’re after a quick adrenaline hit or a more strategic duel, Gambit lets you pick your pace and play your way.

Blitz, Bullet, Rapid & Puzzles

Pick from four modes: bullet (1 min), blitz (3–5 min), rapid (10+ min), or test your skills in Puzzle Mode with tactical challenges.

Play with Friends or Strangers

Challenge your friends or get matched instantly with chess players around the world using our dynamic matchmaking engine.

Verified & Fair Matches

All players are verified and matched based on skill, ensuring balanced games and real competition.

Anti-Cheat Technology

Our anti-cheat tech combines real-time AI detection and player verification to deliver honest, skill-based competition every time.

Seamless Cross-Platform Play

Play instantly on iOS or in your browser. Your games, stats, and profile stay connected, wherever you log in.

Skill-Based Competitive Betting

Compete for real stakes in legal, skill-based formats. Every match is fair, secure, and built on performance.

Why Gambit?

Chess is evolving, and so are players. Gambit is built for this new generation: fast-paced, strategic, and ready to compete. Whether you’re chasing prize pools or sharpening your edge, Gambit gives you a place to play with purpose.

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Shape the Future of Chess

Gambit is powered by its players. Help us build what comes next. Share ideas, report bugs, or join the conversation in our open community.

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers.

We believe in transparency and trust. Here are answers to some of the most common questions about how Gambit works.

Gambit is a ground-breaking chess app for mobile and web that allows users to play chess online against other players. Our app focuses on delivering an exceptional user experience, beautiful esthetics, and unique features, such as making bets on your own games.

Gambit stands out due to its user-friendly interface, visually appealing design, and innovative features that enhance gameplay. We challenge the existing chess platforms by offering a fresh and engaging alternative for chess enthusiasts.

Absolutely! Gambit is available on both iOS and Android devices, as well as on the web, making it accessible for users on various platforms.

 

Follow us on social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, and YouTube to stay updated on the latest news, events, and opportunities to engage with fellow Gambit players.

 

Yes, Gambit is free to download for mobile devices, and registering an account is also free. However, playing games on Gambit requires making a bet, which is enabled by depositing money into your wallet.

 

After registering an account, users must verify their identity using their ID documents. This process greatly enhances user safety, disincentivizes fraudulent behavior, ensures compliance with applicable regulations, and prevents users from registering multiple accounts.

 

When two players are matched against each other, their respective Elo ratings are used to calculate each player’s expected value for the game. This value is multiplied by the total stake to determine the stake contributed by each player. The winner is awarded the entire stake minus a fee of 5%. In the case of a draw, the stake is split 50-50, also after a fee of 5%. This system ensures that players are always given fair odds.

Cheating is prevented by our proprietary and state-of-the-art AI cheat-detection system. Cheaters will be banned to ensure a fair and enjoyable experience for all users.

The process of identity verification enhances the security for our users, deters any harmful activities, and guarantees adherence to relevant laws and regulations. This also helps avoid the creation of multiple accounts by a single user. As a responsible company, we take every measure to ensure all our operations align with the legal requirements in each jurisdiction we serve.

If you need assistance or have any questions, please reach out to our customer support team via email at support@gambit.ai. Users can also get support inside the mobile app through a support chat feature.

Yes, users must be at least 18 years old to use Gambit. We encourage responsible gaming and require users to comply with the age restrictions in their respective jurisdictions.

Geographically, Gambit is currently accessible in Sweden, Norway, Poland, Germany, Austria, Netherlands, Spain, Hungary, Greece and 39 US states. Please note that the availability of our app may be subject to changes in regional restrictions based on our list of supported jurisdictions.

Gambit in the News

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