33 Cool Chess Gifts Guaranteed To Checkmate Any Chess Enthusiast
Updated: Mar 29, 2026
Any dedicated strategist can advance from casual hobbyist to grandmaster with these fantastic presents; our ideas extend far beyond the standard board to elevate their play, though we certainly included some incredibly unique themed sets; you will discover fascinating books filled with strategies to anticipate any opponent's move, along with solo logic puzzles designed to sharpen their mind; we also feature traditional items like timers and scorebooks for anyone taking things seriously; since this pastime means everything to a true fan, you might surprise them with geeky accessories like themed salt and pepper shakers or a replica prop from The Queen's Gambit to decorate their space; finding the ideal present is not just black and white, so we gathered everything you need right here to thrill your favorite player
Lord Of The Rings Chess Set
Wage war in Middle-earth from the comfort of your couch by playing on this incredible Lord of The Rings chess set. This luxury set comes with an ancient map of Middle-earth mounted below the playing surface and 32 playing pieces cast in fine pewter.
Star Trek Tridimensional Chess Set
Level up your chess three times with Star Trek's famous Tridimensional Chess. The popular Ten Forward game is recreated in this stunning acrylic and metal set that commemorates the series' 50th Anniversary. It looks challenging, but is quite easy to pick up and play with friends.
Light Up Chess Set
Now you can play a classic strategy game in a brand new light with the light up chess set. This high tech chess board features a sleek black playing surface and specially designed translucent game pieces that light up when placed on top of the board.
The Best Chess Set Ever
Her level of focus is unrivaled and if you wanna challenge her brain (before challenging her body, intelligence is a huge turn-on for Scorpio), see if she wants to play a game of chess. This set is top-notch, with a mat that rolls up for easy storage and heavy-duty pieces.
Legend of Zelda Custom Chess Set
Zelda is more than just a game of kicking baddies' asses, it's a game of logic. One could even say it's like chess in that respect, and that's why the Legend of Zelda imagery makes a perfect chess set. This set captures the magic of the video game in its pieces and board.
Super Mario Chess Set
Game on! Put down the controller, put your logic hat on, and get ready to school your friend off the Kart track at a game of chess. The standard pieces are replaced with the heroes and villains from the game to make it even more high-octane.
Big Chess Yard Game Set
Fans of Harry Potter will be challenging you to this game every chance they get. Big Chess is the yard game you can and should leave up all year round. The pieces are large but easy to lift and manipulate around the board and it's all made from material designed to be outside.
Chunky Chess Strategy Cards
Young and old chess learners will benefit equally from Chunky Chess. The strategy cards detail the logic and reason behind some of the game's classic and critical moves and will take their game to the next level.
3 Man Chess
No one has to be the third wheel in the game of chess, you can have a threesome instead! Three-man chess brings a new layer of challenge to the game and pits you against two friends instead of one to build alliances and commit acts of betrayal.
Queen Chess Piece Glasses Holder
Rooks are good for something beyond blocking the path between kings and other pieces. They're also great for holding onto your glasses so you don't forget where you put them. This wooden rook is just waiting to protect you from misplacing your specs.
Lego Build Your Own Chess Set
This chess set is a two-in-one set of fun. First, you'll get to put together your chessboard and pieces, all 1400 of them. Then, you can get to playing. If your brain is a little tired after assembly, you can put chess on hold and play a game of checkers.
Solitaire Chess Strategy Building Game
Prepare for battle with an opponent by playing yourself at chess. You may not have heard of this Solitaire chess game, but it's how you can start playing at an elite level. With four levels of play and 80 challenge cards to try, next time you face an opponent that isn't you, they'll wanna watch out.
Chess Day-to-Day Calendar
Playing chess is like playing a sport, the more you expose yourself to the game and practice, the better you get. This day-to-day calendar will give your favorite chess player 365 tidbits of information that'll level up their game arsenal and turn them into the champs they know they are.
Laser Chess Set
Imagine taking out your opponent's king with a laser, how cool is that? Live it by playing chess with this incredible laser set. The setup and the rules are a little different than the classic game, but the marriage of STEM learning and logic is perfection, and kids and adults are sure to love it.
Chess Life Magazine Subscription
You didn't choose the Chess Life, but you'll be glad when the Chess Life chooses your mailbox to appear in. The magazine has long been a must-have for players to get the latest chess news, strategy updates, chess moves, and historic game information.
Rook and Knight Chess Piece Bookends
Rook to shelf 3, knight to shelf 3! Move these pieces around your shelves and watch as they hold up even your heaviest books. The handpainted resin statuettes stand at almost 7" tall and make a playful statement wherever they're set.
Portable Touch and Play Chess Learning Tablet
This handheld is absolutely a throwback to simpler technology charms and that's what makes it so great. It's programmed with over 100 games and is designed to help you hone and master your chess skills in 20 steps. Need a break from chess? Checkers and Connect 4 are also included.
Chess Piece Salt and Pepper Shakers
Spice up your dinner with a little bit of game! Live, breathe, and literally eat chess by sprinkling on a little seasoning with this set of shakers. The elegant pieces have knobs at the top to allow you to adjust between coarse or fine powder and add just the right amount of flavor to your food.


















