# 3D Chessboards Ji Lee Turns Chess Into an Epic Battle By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-05-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-chessboard-ji-lee References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5231751/3d-chessboard-is-like-qbert-for-smart-people) & [pleaseenjoy](http://pleaseenjoy.com/project.php?cat=1&subcat=&pid=16&navpoint=7) This 3D chessboard by Ji Lee turns the classic game of chess into an epic battle. The king and queen are placed at the top of each side of the board, while the remainder of the [chess pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mohmaya) cascade down according to rank. Ji Lee's 3D chessboard sort of reminds me of an M.C. Escher drawing with its checkered board and hypnotic pattern of cube-shaped steps. **Implications** - I'd say this [epic chessboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-chess-set) would easily fit into many geeky chess players lives, and even those who exude cool chess player style are sure to appreciate this battle-driven 3 dimensional chessboard by Ji Lee! What do you think? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **3D Game Design:** There is a potential for other classic games to be reimagined in 3D spaces and design, creating a new wave of classic game experiences. - **Interactive Gaming:** The 3D chessboard demonstrates the potential for interactive game design to enhance classic games, inviting innovative ideas for gamifying analog experiences. - **Spatial Computing:** With the emergence of more advanced technology, there is an opportunity for creating and using spatial computing to revolutionize games and enable immersive experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can use 3D designs and spatial computing to develop more interactive and engaging game experiences. - **Toy:** The toy industry can incorporate interactive design and 3D elements in traditional games, creating new unique experiences that bridge the gap between physical and digital play. - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can use 3D designs to create customizable chessboards that serve as both functional furniture and art pieces for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intelligent Portable Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eifplay.md) - [AI-Powered Chessboard Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gochess.md) - [Building Block Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-tower-chess-set.md) - [Ceramic Chess Seating Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-chess.md) - [War-Inspired 3D-Printed Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindachess-s.md) - [Celestial Anti-Conflict Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/another-kingdom-light-stage-chess-set.md) - [Electromagnetic Conduction Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masteek-lightup-chess-set.md) - [Inclusively Designed Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dot-chess.md) - [Magical Robotic Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gochess-wizard.md)