Play Chess Against a 550 Elo Computer
This is a free game against Tariq, a 550 Elo computer opponent from Egypt who plays fast and on pure instinct. He is a shade sharper than an absolute beginner — he pounces on any piece you leave hanging — but he has no plan beyond the next capture. No sign-up, no download: the board runs in your browser, and you get a free instant review the moment the game ends.
What a ~550-rated opponent plays like
Tariq plays the first active-looking move and grabs anything undefended. He does not settle into a real opening — he just charges pieces toward your king and hopes something sticks. That makes him briefly dangerous and lost the moment you defend calmly and count material.
Compared with Pia at 400, Tariq punishes loose play more reliably: leave a piece en prise and he almost always takes it. But he over-extends, pushes pawns he shouldn't, and walks his queen into trouble. Trade when you are ahead, keep your king safe, and let his greed hand the material back.
Who should play Tariq
Tariq suits players around 300–650 who have stopped hanging pieces every move and want an opponent that actually pounces on mistakes. If Pia felt too passive but Ben is a touch too steady, this is your rung. To beat him: develop with threats, avoid grabbing poisoned pawns of your own, and once you win material, simplify — his attack evaporates the moment the queens come off.
After the game: a free review
Every game against Tariq ends with a one-click free game review— accuracy, move classifications from Brilliant to Blunder, and the moment the game turned. That's how you actually improve from playing bots: see the mistake, then drill the fix.
Frequently asked questions
Is a 550 bot harder than a 400 bot?
A little. Tariq takes your hanging pieces more consistently and plays faster, more aggressive moves, so you can't be as loose. He still has no real plan, so calm, developing chess beats him comfortably.
Why does the bot keep attacking with its queen?
That's his personality — Tariq leads with fast, aggressive moves and loves an early raid. It's also his weakness: an early queen is easy to harass. Kick it with developing moves and you gain time while he retreats.
Is it free and private?
Yes. Tariq runs entirely in your browser — no account, no limit on games, and nothing you play is uploaded anywhere.
Too tough? Try Pia (400). Too easy? Move up to Ben (700). Or see all chess bots.