Maximus: The Premier International Draughts App!
Experience international draughts (also known as 10x10 checkers) like never before on your tablet or smartphone with Maximus, the 2011 Dutch Open and Olympic computer draughts champion. Available for iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch, Maximus offers a challenging and engaging gameplay experience for players of all skill levels.
Maximus's prowess has been tested against top players, including a close match against former World Champion Alexander Schwarzman in 2012 (resulting in five draws and one loss). It even secured third place in the (unofficial) 2019 World Championship Computer Draughts competition, a remarkable feat considering it was running on a less powerful mobile device compared to its desktop competitors.
Whether you're a seasoned draughts expert or a complete beginner, Maximus caters to your needs. Begin with a mode designed to teach the rules, where Maximus makes random moves, then progress through ten training levels, ranging from beginner to expert, before challenging Maximus with longer thinking times. Analyze your games post-match to identify areas for improvement and learn from your mistakes.
Beyond gameplay, Maximus functions as a versatile draughts tool: a travel set, a notation booklet, or even a substitute player for competitions!
Key Features:
- Available in 8 languages (Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish)
- Robust engine with 4 playing modes: 1) Rules & 10 Training Levels; 2) Seconds per Move; 3) Time Schedule; 4) Fischer System
- Multi-core processor support
- Pondering option (thinking during opponent's turn)
- Player vs. Maximus, Player vs. Player, and Maximus vs. Maximus modes
- Intuitive interface with drag-and-drop and tap-to-move controls
- Move input support, move hints, and helpful guidance
- Undo/redo moves; game browsing via Notation screen
- Replay and analyze past games
- Save, load, email, and import games/positions in Portable Draughts Notation (PDN) format
- Randomly selected opening book moves for diverse gameplay
- Display of draughts clock, square numbers (optional), engine information, and principal variation (optional)
- Additional options: board rotation, position setup, automatic replay
Differences from the PC Version: Smaller opening book and endgame database. No ads.
Link: Tournament Base, Results and Games of Maximus: http://toernooibase.kndb.nl/opvraag/uitslagenspeler.php?taal=1&Nr=11535
