Echess

Echess is a free, cross-lingual board game platform that brings together Chinese Xiangqi, standard chess, and hybrid variants in one place. Key Features - Click & Play — No registration required; guest play is fully supported. - Zero Barrier — Start a match in seconds from any browser. A lightweight desktop client is also provided for offline-style convenience. - Freestyle Setup — Design your own starting positions with the built-in editor and share them as custom puzzles. - Hybrid Variants — Play classic Xiangqi, Western chess, or mixed rules (e.g., Cannon Chess) in the same lobby. - 10 Languages — Interface localized for English, Chinese (Simplified & Traditional), Japanese, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Russian and more. - Fair Matchmaking — Skill-based pairing with automatic Elo updates, spectator mode, and leaderboards. Desktop Client The Windows installer bundles the same web engine you already play in the browser, offering a native-window experience with auto-update support.