Endgame.ai

Endgame.ai is a new online chess platform founded by Grandmaster Hans Niemann, backed by venture capital funding and built by a dedicated full-time team. Launched in beta in 2025, the platform positions itself as a direct competitor to Chess.com and Lichess, with a bold promise: fair prizes, open tournaments, free tools, and real chances for players of all skill levels.

The platform combines live gameplay with AI-driven coaching and analysis. Its adaptive AI tailors feedback to your current level, whether you are learning basic openings or refining your endgame technique. The play zone is built for speed and responsiveness, and the platform supports blitz, rapid, and Chess960 formats. Community features let players share games and discuss strategy within the app.

Endgame.ai gained early credibility through a series of high-profile live events. In mid-2025, Niemann hosted streamed matches against top GMs including Anish Giri, Nihal Sarin, and Daniel Naroditsky on the platform. It also received a Webby Award nomination for the "Hans Niemann vs. You" event, described as the largest AI-powered online chess game between a grandmaster and the world. The platform is actively hiring and growing, with early access signups open at endgame.ai.