LANChess

LANChess is a lightweight, cross-platform chess app that lets you play with friends over a local network (LAN) — perfect for planes, trains, cafés, or even your living room! No Wi-Fi? No problem!

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Features

• Play over LAN Connect directly to your friends’ devices on the same network.
  No internet? No problem! Play anywhere using virtual router software like Connectify, even on planes or trains.

• Cross-platform support

  • macOS (Intel + Apple Silicon)
  • Windows x64
  • iOS
  • Android

• Easy setup Just run the app, and start a game — no complicated configuration needed.

• Polished UI & smooth gameplay Fast, responsive, and designed for maximum fun.

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Installation

macOS

1. Download the .dmg from the releases.
2. Open the DMG and drag LANChess.app to your Applications folder.
3. Launch the app and start a game!

⚠️ Important: macOS cannot create a LAN hotspot for offline LANChess play. You must rely on at least one Windows or Android device running a virtual router like Connectify.

Windows

1. Download LANChess Setup 1.0.0.exe from the releases.
2. Double-click to install.
3. Launch the app and play offline or on your LAN.

iOS

1. Download the app from the App Store.
2. Open LANChess and connect to the same LAN or a supported hotspot.
3. Start a game with friends!

⚠️ Note for iOS: To host offline games, your LAN must include at least one Windows or Android device running a virtual router (like Connectify), because iOS cannot host a hotspot for LANChess.

Android

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Connect to the same LAN or a supported hotspot.
3. Open LANChess and join or host a game.

💡 Tip: Android devices can also host a hotspot for offline LANChess play, making it easy for Mac or iOS users to connect.

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Connectify Setup Guide

For users who want to play offline without Wi-Fi:

1. Install Connectify on a Windows device.
2. Launch Connectify and create a Wi-Fi hotspot.
   • Give your hotspot a name (SSID) and password.
3. Connect other devices (Windows, Android, Mac) to this hotspot.
4. Open LANChess on all devices and start a game!

💡 Tip for Macos and iOS users: You must connect to a Windows or Android hotspot, because macOS cannot host a hotspot for offline LANChess play due to system restrictions.

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How to Play

1. Open LANChess on two or more devices connected to the same network (or Connectify hotspot).
2. One device hosts the game, the others join via the network. The host plays White, and the joiner plays Black.
3. Start a chess match and enjoy!

Works perfectly without internet — just make sure devices are on the same LAN or hotspot.

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Contact & Support

If you run into issues or have feature requests, feel free to open an issue or contact me: Email: louistruong1111@gmail.com