Print. Click. Play. OpenChess is a fully open source smart chessboard designed to make interactive, intelligent gameplay accessible to everyone. By combining low-cost electronics, 3D printing, and customizable software, OpenChess empowers makers, educators, and chess lovers to build their own connected chess experience — without the high price tag. 💡 Why OpenChess? Most smart chessboards are expensive and closed-source. OpenChess changes that. It’s built from the ground up to be: Affordable – Uses a custom PCB with embedded magnetic sensors and LEDs for real-time move detection and feedback. DIY-Friendly – Print your own board, your own pieces, and assemble everything at home. Programmable – Based on Arduino, you can customize behavior, create new game modes, or build learning tools and challenges. Modular & Open – Everything is open source. Remix the board, design your own pieces, or upgrade the electronics however you want. 🔧 What You’ll Need: OpenChess PCB – Detects pieces and lights up squares. https://concept-bytes.com/products/openchess-pcb?variant=50601021833517 Or make your own! Gerbers are attached below! Just send them to JLCPCB! Arduino Nano ESP32/RP2040/33IOT – Controls the logic and communication. https://www.stemsolutionsmart.com/products/arduino-nano-rp2040-connect 3D Printed Board & Pieces – Print everything from scratch or customize it to your style. Attached below or over at Maker world and Thangs! https://makerworld.com/en/models/1256302-openchess-smart-chess-board#profileId-1279762 Whether you’re building a smart chessboard for your classroom, designing a game with custom rules, or just want a cool weekend project — OpenChess puts the power in your hands. 🎓 Print it. Click it. Play it. Welcome to the future of chess
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