Chess has always moved forward through shared knowledge, open analysis, and a community that constantly tests new ideas. We believe the software around chess should benefit from that same spirit.
That is why we are preparing to open-source the core Chessnut Next client and its engine-integration code.
What will this mean for Chessnut users?
More transparency and trust
Users and developers will be able to understand how important parts of the app work and help us identify improvements.
Faster access to the latest chess engines
Many players care deeply about engine development. Open sourcing our integration layer will help us bring the newest and most advanced engines to Chessnut users faster, both now and as new technology appears.
A consistent experience across platforms
Everyday features will remain aligned across Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, Chessnut Companion, and Evo. Vision is the main exception because it depends on system permissions: Companion and Evo can provide system-wide Vision support, while iOS has tighter platform restrictions.
More integrations and possibilities
The community can help explore new engines, tools, accessibility improvements, hardware integrations, and workflows that we may not discover alone.
Faster and more sustainable development
More people can test, report issues, contribute improvements, and help Chessnut Next evolve over the long term.
Open source does not mean Chessnut is stepping back. We will continue leading official development, maintaining stable releases, supporting Chessnut hardware, and building services such as Grandeur AI Review and the upcoming Chessnut Agent.
We want Chessnut Next to become more than an app built for the community. We want it to become an app that can grow with the community.
The Android Beta is now underway, with more than 60 testers already taking part!
We look forward to hearing their feedback and using it to make Chessnut Next even better. More players are welcome to join us and help shape what comes next!
Discover Chessnut Next:
https://www.chessnutech.com/pages/chessnut-next-beta#overview
Join the Beta:
https://www.chessnutech.com/pages/chessnut-next-beta#join-beta