If 'The Queen's Gambit' Made You Obsessed With Chess, You Have to Check Out These Chess Sets
If 'The Queen's Gambit' Made You Obsessed With Chess, You Have to Check Out These Chess Sets
Playing chess doesn't have to be super complicated and boring these days, with plenty of chess sets ranging in decorative styles. Some people like to keep their chess sets as traditional as possible, while others love playing with themed boards inspired by their favorite movie sagas (any Potterheads reading this?). Plus, we love how some people use chess sets as a way to decorate their home offices — they’re both functional and stylish.
So whether you're just learning how to play, are looking for a multifunctional set, or are an aficionado who needs to have multiple boards for practicing and playing, these are the best chess sets found on Amazon.
Husaria Wooden Three-Player Chess
Husaria
amazon.com
$59.95
This handcrafted chess set is made specifically for the pros as it includes space for three players rather than two. It's also super portable so you don't have to worry about it taking too much space in your bags when you're going camping or on a family trip.
Harry Potter Wizard Chess Set
The Noble Collection
amazon.com
$33.20
Was I the only one who was completely traumatized (while also wildly impressed at his dedication) when they watched Ron almost DIE as he played chess in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone? Well, you can play at home with the same chess board the famous trio of friends played in the movie – sans the destruction and the almost dying.
Dragon Chess Set
CHH
amazon.com
$299.95
Though not fully inspired by Game of Thrones, this could be a great decorative set for someone who loved the show (and was disappointed with the last season like the rest of the world). Though it's a little on the pricier side, it's made out of glass and pewter, a very durable tin, antimony, and copper metal mix.
Lord of The Rings Battle for Middle Earth Chess Set
The Noble Collection
amazon.com
$39.95
For those Lord of The Rings fans, this chess board is pretty darn great. Instead of it having the same figures in different colors, it is divided in Sauron and his minions vs Gandalf, Frodo, Sam, and the other hobbits.
Armory Travel Chess Set
Chess Armory
amazon.com
$14.99
This chess set is definitely made for those family trips where you can spend some quality time with your loved ones. It's made specifically traveling as it folds up to store the pieces safely.
Glass Chess Set
GamieTM
amazon.com
$22.97
This frosted glass chess set is definitely more on the decorative side. However, it's completely functional with the chess pieces bottomed with felt for easy gliding across the board.
Amerous Magnetic Wooden Chess Set
AMEROUS
amazon.com
This wooden chess board is perfect to not only play as it is intended, but you can also play checkers on it. It also comes with two more queens in case your kids misplace the other two.
IQ Toys Electronic Teacher Board Game, Interactive Voice Master Teaching 8 Games Including Chess, Checkers, and Reversi. Play Against the Computer or a Partner
3-in-1 Board Game for Chess, Checkers, and Backgammon
Joneytech
amazon.com
$15.99
This board does exactly the name claims it does – it's multifunctional in that you can use it to play chess, checkers, or backgammon. It's also travel-friendly for some added fun during camping trips.
Fine Glass Chess Game Set
Srenta
amazon.com
$22.99
This fine glass chess set is also perfect to add a little decorative touch to a home office or a family room. The glass board is thick, so you know it won't break easily if accidentally dropped, and the best part is that the board takes the color of whatever mat or table your put it on.
Bargain-bin board games these are not.