ChessOnSteroids

Tracking since May 14, 2026.

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• May 26, 2026
  description

  ChessOnSteroids overlays the best chess move in real time while you play on chess.com. It comes with 3 strength levels and the engine is programmed to play like a human.
  
  HOW IT WORKS
  Once installed, a small control panel appears on every chess.com game page. Sign in with Google to activate your free trial (3 games). The engine analyses the current position and highlights the recommended move directly on the board.
  
  FEATURES
  • Real-time best-move suggestions.
  • Three engine strength levels: Beginner, Medium, and Strong
  • 3-game free trial — no credit card required
  • Clean dark panel that matches chess.com's design
  
  PERMISSIONS
  • chess.com access — required to read the game position and overlay the move suggestion
  • Identity — required for Google Sign-In to manage your subscription
  • Storage — required to cache your subscription status locally

  Chess guide for online live chess on chess.com.
  
  The extension uses an advanced chess engine to suggest the best moves in real time — no button clicks required. Move suggestions are highlighted directly on the board tiles as you play.
  
  Steps to get started:
  • Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store.
  • Visit https://chessonsteroids.com/ and sign in with your Google account.
  • Start your 3 free trial games — no credit card required.
  • Subscribe to unlock unlimited games and all engine levels.
  
  Premium members can choose between 3 engine levels:
  • Beginner  — under 1500 rating strength
  • Intermediate — around 2000 rating strength
  • Advanced — GM level strength
  
  The engine has been programmed to play like a human, making its suggestions natural and instructive — ideal for learning patterns and improving your chess instincts over time.
  
  Features:
  • Works on all live chess game types on chess.com.
  • Move suggestions appear as highlighted tiles on the board — no separate window needed.
  • Also works in spectator mode — great for studying strong players' games.
  • Adjustable engine strength for players of all levels.
  • Runs entirely in your browser — no external server calls for move calculations.
  
  Support:
  Questions or issues? Email [email protected] — replies within 1–2 business days.
  
  Privacy Policy: https://chessonsteroids.com/privacy

Permissions & access

Permissions

storageidentityidentity.email

Host access

https://www.googleapis.com/, https://*.a.run.app/*

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