Class

Article

College

Jon M. Huntsman School of Business

Department

English Department

Faculty Mentor

Cree Taylor

Presentation Type

Poster Presentation

Abstract

The development of chess engines has affected nearly every facet of the game, including approach to study, gameplay, and spectating. This has caused considerable controversy in the chess community. This paper aims to show the changes effectuated by these engines have been largely beneficial to the game. Research was conducted by reviewing scholarly articles, interviews with top chess players, and analyzing chess games. While there have been some changes that can be considered harmful to the art form of chess, the popularization and accessibility provided by these engines led to greater changes within the chess community.

Location

Logan, UT

Start Date

4-9-2022 12:00 AM

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Economics Commons

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Apr 9th, 12:00 AM

From Art to Science: How Chess Engines Have Influenced the Game

Logan, UT

The development of chess engines has affected nearly every facet of the game, including approach to study, gameplay, and spectating. This has caused considerable controversy in the chess community. This paper aims to show the changes effectuated by these engines have been largely beneficial to the game. Research was conducted by reviewing scholarly articles, interviews with top chess players, and analyzing chess games. While there have been some changes that can be considered harmful to the art form of chess, the popularization and accessibility provided by these engines led to greater changes within the chess community.