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I'm 18 and built TacticMax, a free offline chess tactics app

I'm 18 and built TacticMax, a free offline chess tactics app

by tacticmax_dev·May 6, 2026·1 point·2 comments
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AI Analysis

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Offline-first chess tactics trainer with 154k puzzles built by an 18-year-old.

Strengths
  • •Custom rating range filtering lets users train exactly at their skill level.
  • •Vision trainer drills target square recognition specifically, not just moves.
  • •Zero paywalls or ads despite hosting a massive 154k puzzle database.
Weaknesses
  • •Android-only launch excludes iOS users who dominate the mobile chess market.
  • •No cloud sync means progress is lost if the device is replaced.
Category
Gaming
Target Audience

Chess players, Android users, students improving tactical vision

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