Chess Personality Quiz
Are you a tactical attacker like Mikhail Tal, a strategic grinder like Anatoly Karpov, or a universal genius like Magnus Carlsen? Answer 15 questions about your approach to chess and life, and discover which of 8 chess personality types fits you best. Each result includes your strengths, weaknesses, and recommended openings.
Professor Archer says: I find this quiz fascinating because it reveals something true about how we think. Chess style is not just about the board - it reflects your personality. Aggressive players tend to be risk-takers in life. Positional players tend to be planners. There is no right or wrong style. The key is understanding your natural tendencies so you can build on your strengths and shore up your weaknesses.
Features
- 15 carefully designed personality questions
- 8 distinct chess personality types
- Matched to a famous world-class player
- Personalised strengths, weaknesses, and opening recommendations
- Shareable result card with your chess personality
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the chess personality types?
The 8 types are: The Attacker (like Tal), The Strategist (like Karpov), The Universal Player (like Carlsen), The Romantic (like Morphy), The Calculator (like Kasparov), The Defender (like Petrosian), The Inventor (like Nimzowitsch), and The Practical Player (like Capablanca). Each type reflects a different approach to decision-making, risk, and creativity on the board.
How accurate is the chess personality quiz?
The quiz is designed to identify your natural tendencies and preferences, not to be a clinical assessment. Most players find their result resonates strongly with how they actually play. However, chess style is a spectrum - you may find elements of multiple types in your play, and that is perfectly normal.
Can my chess personality change over time?
Yes. Many players start as tactical attackers and develop more positional understanding over time. Others begin cautiously and learn to take more risks. Your chess personality reflects your current approach, and it will naturally evolve as you study and play more.