| 12/06/04
After a lengthy wait the Channel 4 chess site
is launched!
PaperMouse and Programmer Simon Cooke were contracted
by the CCEA to produce an online chess, 'yes chess',
website that is appealing to children. It must cater
for the absolute beginner through to the experienced
player.
The site is divided into 4 sections. Section 1, called
Making the Moves, teaches the basics through the use
of Flash generated characters and instructional animated
diagrams.
Section 2, called Tips for Playing, goes one step
further and teaches intricate moves within the game.
Section3, called Follow the Master, showcases 8 videos
from famous chess games over the centuries.
The Final and most impressive section is the 'Check'in
your Mates' area. Here you can network gameplay live
across the net and put you skills to the test against
any opponent. The game works beautifully and the user
has a variety of chess sets to choose from.
1) Water Warriors
2) Traditional Troop
3) Battle Bots
Help menus can be activated to aid the user and
messages sent via a 'smilie' menu.
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