How hard is it to get good at chess?

Chess is a relatively easy game to learn and play. You only need to know the basic rules, how the pieces move, how to checkmate, and a few special rules. However, reaching chess mastery is extremely hard. It requires a lot of time investment and dedication.

How many games of chess until you get good?

How many chess games should you play a day? 4 or 5 focused chess games a day are better than 20 quick wins. If you are playing with the specific intention of becoming better at chess, then it is a good idea to play fewer games every day but with a higher level of effort and against a stronger player.

How long should you play chess per day?

Yes I think 30 minutes per day is a good start, if you are consistent. You can definitely make it to 1700 in this way, but don’t expect to improve too fast. Improving in Chess takes a lot of time. And 30 minutes studying alone wouldn’t get you to 1700 without tournament practise.

Is getting good at chess worth it?

Chess is a fun game and can help improve thinking skills. Chess also has many applications on to your own life such as reasoning. Chess requires dedication and toil, but in the end, it will be worth learning the game. There have been many studies showing that chess can help benefit thinking skills.

How much time do you need to work on chess?

How much you need to work on chess, is entirely up to you. If I tell you right now that you need to study for 6 hours per day and you will follow my advice and totally collapse after first 2 hours of training, the remaining 4 hours will be just a waste.

How long can you play chess without losing focus?

Some players can work on chess for 6 hours without losing focus, while the rest can only spend 2-3 hours. It is entirely individual, and you are the only one who knows best for how long you can work.

How long does it take to become a grandmaster chess player?

According to sources, It takes around 8-12 years minimum for a focused individual to meet FIDE’s requirements of earning a grandmaster title. Of course this will depend on your enthusiasm for the game, level of commitment, skill and hard work.

How many hours has your GM spent on chess so far?

Through the first four years, our GM has spent 4160 hours on chess so far. The rating gains become much more difficult now that our GM is already at an advanced level. After about expert level (2000), gaining 200+ points in a year becomes rare.