3.6.2
2024-04-20
Hello chess players! This version fixes some minor bugs. Thank you for your patience and enjoy.
3.4.2
2024-03-09
Hello chess players! This version includes some minor bug fixes. Thank you and enjoy!
3.4.1
2024-02-27
Hello chess players!
In this version, Dr. Wolf will now speak out loud! Now you can listen to Dr. Wolf's comments as you play, instead of having to read along. Each version of Dr. Wolf has their own unique voice. All you have to do is turn up your volume and turn on "Voice Mode" in the Settings or Game Menu.
Please send all feedback or questions to drwolf@chess.com.
Enjoy playing (and listening!)
3.1.3
2023-11-15
Hello chess players! This version includes just some minor bug fixes. Enjoy!
3.1.2
2023-11-10
Hello chess players! This version includes just some small bug fixes. Stay tuned for larger updates coming soon.
3.1.1
2023-11-08
Hello chess players! This version includes a fix for a bug in the "How to Mate with a Rook" lesson.
3.1.0
2023-11-06
Hello chess players! This version includes:
- A new "Strong Advanced" strength level
- UI/UX improvements
Thanks for sticking with us and stay tuned for larger updates coming soon.
3.0.5
2023-10-11
Hello chess players! This version fixes some crashes that users on iOS 12 were experiencing. Enjoy and please let us know if you have any questions or problems at drwolf@chess.com
3.0.4
2023-10-05
Hello chess players! This version includes some simple bug fixes regarding Dr. Wolf's lessons. Thank you and please let us know if you have any problems or question at drwolf@chess.com.
3.0.3
2023-09-18
Hello chess players! This new version includes:
- Two new advanced lessons: Trapping Pieces and Desperado
- A redesigned menu system
- Haptics for check and checkmate
- Updated Terms of Use and Privacy Policy
- Fixed many bugs including issues with check and checkmate animations
3.0.2
2023-07-21
This version includes some small bugfixes. Enjoy!
3.0.1
2023-07-12
Hello chess players! In this version we have:
- New board styles. To change your board color, tap on "Board Style" in the settings menu.
- Improved explanations of mistakes in both play mode and train mode.
- Blue arrows appear on-screen in Dr. Wolf's lessons
You may also notice Dr. Wolf trying out some new kinds of hints. If you experience these new teaching methods, please feel free to share your feedback with us on Discord or at drwolf@chess.com. Enjoy!
3.0.0
2023-05-23
Hello, chess players! This version includes:
- New lesson page structure with revised category names
- A new "Develop with tempo" lesson for intermediate and advanced students
- Updated Dr. Wolf speech and hints
Enjoy! Feel free to reach out at drwolf@chess.com if you have any feedback or questions.
2.44
2023-04-28
This version fixes some bugs some users were experiencing:
- Dr. Wolf not moving when he should.
- Dr. Wolf repeating words accidentally.
We apologize for these bugs and are fixing them as soon as we can.
2.43
2023-04-21
This version includes a minor fix regarding chess term definitions. Definitions now layer on top of each other if viewing multiple at once.
Stay tuned for more new features coming soon.
2.42
2023-04-13
Hello chess players! This version includes various bug fixes:
- Improves Dr. Wolf's recognition of "hanging pieces"
- Improvements to arrow animations
- Fixes a bug in how Dr. Wolf exports games in PGN format
Stay tuned for more feature releases coming soon. Enjoy!
2.41
2023-03-08
Hello chess players!
This version includes a bug fix that causes some players to not receive points when they should have. Please let us know at drwolf@chess.com is you are experiencing any problems.
Thank you and enjoy!
2.40
2023-02-28
Hello chess players!
This version fixes a bug that some users were having that caused their lesson status to be incorrect. If you are still having problems, please reach out to us at drwolf@chess.com
Enjoy!
2.39
2023-02-23
Hello chess players. This version includes:
- Improvements to Dr. Wolf's training experience.
Enjoy!
2.04
2022-11-08
Hello chess players!
This version includes bug fixes to the training tab. Enjoy.
2.02
2022-11-02
Hello chess players!
This version includes only minor bug fixes.
2.0
2022-10-31
Hello chess players!
Thank you for making it all the way to Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf 2.0! We have some very exciting new updates coming to the training tab. We will be announcing the new features here soon.
1.991
2022-09-18
Hello chess players! This version includes:
- iOS 16 bug fixes
Enjoy!
1.99
2022-09-14
Hello chess players! This version includes only minor bug fixes. Enjoy!
1.98
2022-08-03
Hello chess players! This version includes:
- Updated Dr. Wolf speech.
- Updated Dr. Wolf hint system.
- Added number of definitions read to statistics page.
- Optional daily reminders to play chess.
Enjoy!
1.97
2022-07-06
Hello chess players! This version includes:
- Minor bug fixes
1.96
2022-06-01
Hello chess players! This version includes:
- New achievements: Killer Queen, Rook, Bishop, and Knight. To gain these achievements, checkmate Dr. Wolf by moving the respective piece.
- Tap on achievements in order to read an explanation.
- Minor bug fixes.
Stay tuned for some exciting updates coming soon!
1.95
2022-05-06
Hello chess players! This version includes:
- Redesigned statistics and achievements page
- New achievements for reading definitions
- New advanced lessons: Common Rook and Knight Mates + Common Rook and Bishop Mates
- Lessons now always save your progress! If you do not finish a lesson, you may either start over or continue from where you left off.
Stay tuned for some exciting updates coming soon!
1.94
2022-03-16
- Minor bug fixes
1.93
2022-03-14
Hello chess players,
This version includes:
- Fixed issue with Dutch Stonewall lesson not finishing for some users
- Minor improvements and bug fixes
1.92
2022-02-01
This release includes:
- Updated landscape layout on iPads
- Fixes dialogue bug in Training
Happy playing!
1.91
2022-01-27
Hello chess players! This version includes:
- Redesign of app icons, menus, signup page, home screen, post-game screen, and board size!
- New "Common Rook Checkmates" lesson.
- Dr. Wolf tracks your win record
- Dr. Wolf's messages clear more frequently.
- Many bug fixes.
Enjoy. We welcome feedback at drwolf@chess.com
1.90
2021-12-31
Hello chess players! In this version includes:
- Fixed a bug that caused the hint button wiggle too much.
- Fixed a bug that caused three-dot menu to not work in landscape mode, on iPads
Enjoy!
1.87
2021-09-09
Hi, chess players! In this version:
- We fixed a bug that was causing some of Dr. Wolf's lessons to close before the student finished playing them
- We also added a few cosmetic improvements and made many small fixes
1.75
2021-01-19
This version fixes a bug in the display of the board's rank and file characters.
1.74
2021-01-16
Hi, chess players! In this version:
- You can now view captured pieces above your chess board (turn on via Game menu -> Advanced options)
- Fixed a bug in the engine that caused some incorrect evaluations
- Other bugfixes
1.68
2020-12-31
You can move pieces two ways — by dragging them, or by tapping on a piece and then tapping where you want it to go.
In this version, we improved how piece-dragging works so that you can more easily put the piece where you want it to go.
Enjoy your chess!
1.65
2020-12-08
Allows you to export PGNs of all your previous games from the advanced options menu. This version also fixes previous bugs and updates some internal workings.
1.64
2020-11-18
Three new coaches are joining the Dr. Wolf family — Dr. Regina Wolf, Dr. Isaiah Wolf, and Dr. Vivian Wolf.
Give them a try — tap "Select coach" in the Game menu. Same great coaching, just friendly new faces!
Also, we are continuing to beta-test a new lesson -- "The King in the Endgame"! If you'd like to try it and give us feedback, please email us at drwolf@chess.com and we'll give you the access instructions.
1.63
2020-11-10
Fixed a crash affecting iPads.
1.62
2020-11-06
Dr. Wolf has a new lesson ready for beta testers -- "The King in the Endgame"! If you'd like to try it and give us feedback, please email us at drwolf@chess.com and we'll give you the access instructions.
We also added the ability to export your game to the PGN format, via a new menu, the "Advanced Options" menu. And fixed some bugs, and upgraded some internal leaky pipes and corroded connectors. :)
Enjoy your chess! :D
1.61
2020-10-08
There's a menu option to draw the dark squares simply, rather than with the "newspaper style" cross-hatching.
Also: we are hiring! If you'd like to work with Dr. Wolf, please email david@chess.com. We'd love to hear from you!
1.59
2020-02-25
In post-game Training, now a red arrow will indicate the mistake you made.
Enjoy your chess :)
1.58
2020-02-12
Fixing bugs and improving stability so that you can enjoy more chess with Dr. Wolf.
1.57
2020-01-22
We are delighted to introduce "Review mistakes from this game" and "Train with Dr. Wolf".
At the end of a game, you can "Review mistakes from this game" and Dr. Wolf will show you positions that were difficult for you, and let you try them again.
At any , you can select "Train with Dr. Wolf" from the Game menu, and go over all the tough positions from *all* of your games, focusing on the ones that have been most challenging for you. We built this training mode based on scientific research in how people learn and improve, and found that it improved our own playing strength substantially over a period of months. We hope you find it as useful as we have!
1.56
2019-12-18
A new training mode is available to beta testers. If you'd like to try it, email dsjoerg@ninthpawn.com.
For my Dad: a preference to control the app volume; my Dad likes to listen to music while playing with Dr. Wolf, and would like to control the app volume independently of his music volume.
Enjoy your chess!
1.55
2019-11-13
Dr. Wolf has a new lesson for the more sophisticated students — Mate in Two.
Also, for long-term subscribers, there is now the option to subscribe to Dr. Wolf's coaching annually, for a discount.
Enjoy your chess!
1.54
2019-10-17
For beginning players, Dr. Wolf will make helpful comments when attempting to play an illegal move.
Enjoy your chess!
1.53
2019-10-10
Dr. Wolf will permit you to take back your last move, even if you are not signed up for coaching. That's just common decency.
Also, squashed some bugs.
Enjoy your chess!
1.52
2019-09-27
By popular request, you can now turn off sounds, using the menu on the Game page. Enjoy your chess!
1.51
2019-09-19
Dr. Wolf has updated two of his lessons based on player feedback: Checkmate and Win, and Taking Outposts.
Enjoy your chess!
1.50
2019-09-08
Dr. Wolf has updated four of his lessons based on player feedback: What to Do In the Opening, Check and Checkmate, Mate Threats, and Defending Your Pieces.
Enjoy your chess!
1.49
2019-08-09
Dr. Wolf has prepared two new lessons for you: how to Mate with a Queen, and how to Mate with a Rook.
Also, by popular request he will play tougher in Expert mode now.
1.48
2019-08-01
By popular demand, a new lesson from Dr. Wolf on what to do in the beginning of the game. Enjoy your chess :)
1.47
2019-07-24
Dr. Wolf updated six of his lessons for you. Enjoy your chess!
1.46
2019-07-10
Dr. Wolf has new lessons. For intermediate students, Pushing Passed Pawns. And for the total beginners, a lesson on How to Castle.
Enjoy your chess :)
1.45
2019-06-25
Dr. Wolf has a new lesson for you: Taking Open Files.
Enjoy your chess :)
1.44
2019-06-19
Dr. Wolf has a new lesson for you: Trading Down Material When Ahead.
You will learn how to convert an advantage into a win.
Enjoy your chess!
1.43
2019-05-21
New Statistics and Achievements section accessible from the Home page menu.
1.41
2019-05-09
Fixed minor bugs and visual appearance problems.
If you are happy with Dr. Wolf's coaching, he'd appreciate a rating in the App Store. And if you're having any problems, we’re always ready to help at feedback@ninthpawn.com.
1.40
2019-05-08
Dr. Wolf will play with more variety in the opening.
We made it easier to see where your pieces can go, especially when capturing black pieces.
If you are happy with Dr. Wolf's coaching, he'd appreciate a rating in the App Store. And if you're having any problems, we’re always ready to help at feedback@ninthpawn.com.
1.39
2019-05-03
Dr. Wolf has adjusted his teaching style to provide a better mix of playing and teaching. Also he will give helpful explanations if you attempt an illegal move.
If you are happy with Dr. Wolf's coaching, he'd appreciate a rating in the App Store. And if you're having any problems, we’re always ready to help at feedback@ninthpawn.com.
1.38
2019-05-01
Dr. Wolf has over 500 new things to tell you when you get into specific opening positions.
If you are happy with Dr. Wolf's coaching, he'd appreciate a rating in the App Store. And if you're having any problems, we’re always ready to help at feedback@ninthpawn.com.
1.37
2019-04-24
When meeting a new student who would like to review the rules, Dr. Wolf now offers his new, friendly step-by-step lessons.
If you are happy with Dr. Wolf's coaching, he'd appreciate a rating in the App Store. And if you're having any problems, we’re always ready to help at feedback@ninthpawn.com.
1.36
2019-04-21
Fixed some nasty bugs that were affecting a small number of Dr. Wolf's students.
If you are happy with Dr. Wolf's coaching, he'd appreciate a rating in the App Store. And if you're having any problems, we’re always ready to help at feedback@ninthpawn.com.
1.34
2019-04-18
Four new lessons from Dr. Wolf: for the beginners: How the Pieces Move and What Pieces Are Worth. And for the more advanced students, Mate Threats and Taking Outposts.
If you are happy with Dr. Wolf's coaching, he'd appreciate a rating in the App Store. And if you're having any problems, we’re always ready to help at feedback@ninthpawn.com.
1.33
2019-04-04
Dr. Wolf has a new Intermediate-level lesson to teach — Defending Your Pieces.
Also, we made some internal speed improvements.
If you are happy with Dr. Wolf's coaching, he'd appreciate a rating in the App Store. And if you're having any problems, we’re always ready to help at feedback@ninthpawn.com.
1.32
2019-03-15
Quick-patch for a bug — when Dr. Wolf checkmated you, the mate arrows weren't always drawn correctly.
If you are happy with Dr. Wolf's coaching, he'd appreciate a rating in the App Store. And if you're having any problems, we’re always ready to help you at feedback@ninthpawn.com.
1.31
2019-03-14
When you beat Dr. Wolf, arrows will appear to show exactly how the king was trapped and mated.
At teachable moments, Dr. Wolf will flip the board so you can find your own mistake — a great way to learn.
Some students have noted that Dr. Wolf will repeat certain mistakes too often; we fixed that.
If you are happy with Dr. Wolf's coaching, he'd appreciate a rating in the App Store. And if you're having any problems, we’re always ready to help you at feedback@ninthpawn.com.
1.30
2019-03-06
Improvements to usability, interface clarity and quality of life — now you can move pieces by dragging if you want. Enjoy your chess!
If you are happy with Dr. Wolf's coaching, he'd appreciate a rating in the App Store. And if you're having any problems, we’re always ready to help you at feedback@ninthpawn.com.
1.29
2019-02-27
Dr. Wolf now can talk about when a piece moves out of the way so that another piece can defend an attacked piece.
Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf has switched to the standard Apple subscription system.
We moved the Game tab to the center, because playing the game is central.
Enjoy your chess :)
1.28
2019-02-22
Lots of small bug fixes. Enjoy your chess :)
1.25
2019-02-09
Added a new lesson, "Making Winning Captures".
1.24
2019-02-06
Dr. Wolf has a new lesson to teach, "Capturing Hanging Pieces".
1.23
2019-01-31
Added lessons on passed pawns and skewers.
If Dr. Wolf wins, you now have the option to go back and try different moves. Thanks to one of our top players, Laura G, for suggesting this!
1.22
2019-01-20
Added a new lesson, "Moving Hanging Pieces to Safety".
And of course fixed a bug or two. Enjoy learning chess!
1.21
2019-01-18
For our strongest players, Dr Wolf's Expert strength is now stronger.
Also, fixed a bug affecting players who were playing at Expert strength.
1.20
2019-01-17
Dr. Wolf has two new lessons, perfect for beginners: 1) Check and Checkmate, and 2) Defending Hanging Pieces. Enjoy.
1.19
2019-01-10
Fixed some minor bugs.
Enjoy your chess!
1.18
2019-01-07
Added a lesson about Noticing Opportunities to Pin.
Fixed some minor bugs.
1.17
2018-12-29
Added a lesson about Noticing Opportunities to Mate in One.
Fixed some minor bugs.
1.16
2018-12-22
Learn and Practice new skills with Dr Wolf!
Whenever you see the "Learn and Practice This" button, Dr Wolf will teach you step-by-step about a new concept and give you lots of chances to practice it. Six lessons available, including forking, kicking, and making discovered attacks.
Enjoy chess :)
1.15
2018-12-09
Many small bugs fixed. Enjoy some chess!
1.14
2018-12-06
Fixed bugs affecting some older iPhones and iPads.
1.13
2018-11-28
Improved the visual feedback when you earn a point.
Fixed slowness that used to happen in certain endgame scenarios.
Permit coaching to be disabled if and when you prefer.
1.12
2018-10-31
Dr. Wolf plays more naturally now, according to the skill level you've chosen.
1.11
2018-10-17
Dr. Wolf will occasionally help you by saying things like "The problem with that move is you are sparing a hanging piece and leaving one of your pawns hanging."
And, of course, he'll define those terms for you if you don't already know what they mean.
1.10
2018-10-05
Now Dr Wolf plays with more variety, and makes enlightening commentary while you play (versions during the past two weeks were missing this commentary).
And fun new special effects when you capture a piece and checkmate the enemy king.
1.09
2018-10-04
Fixed some minor bugs.
1.08
2018-09-28
Get friendly help and a line drawn on the board if you try to move a pinned piece.
1.07
2018-09-26
Track your improvement! Dr Wolf will show you your estimated rating after you've played 5 games.
1.06
2018-09-19
Instant feedback! Play a good Lesson-themed move and your piece will jump for joy.
Streamlined layout: a new Lessons tab to organize what you're learning, and a Home tab too.
And a new name, 200% easier to spell :)