# Virtual Chess Games The DIY Internet Chess Table Uses a Webcam to Transfer Your Moves By Zoe Badley | Published 2010-07-18 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-internet-chess-table References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/12/diy-internet-chess-table-makes-single-player-matches-suddenly-aw/) & [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWxy01oAM68&feature=player_embedded) I may not have a clue where to start when it comes to chess, but I can appreciate innovation. This designer was either bored or ingenious, maybe even a bit of both, to have created this impressive DIY Internet chess table. The DIY Internet chess table works by using a projector to beam a chessboard onto a clear surface and, according to Engadget, the moves are then captured via webcam and sent back to an [Internet server](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matchess). The moves by the human are then recognized and countered; he or she is then told where to make the computer's move by arrows. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Virtual Chess Gaming:** Opportunity for developing virtual chess games that combine physical boards with online connectivity. - **DIY Gaming:** Potential for DIY gaming setups that incorporate innovative technology and custom designs. - **AR Projection:** Emerging trend of using augmented reality projection for interactive gaming experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming:** Gaming industry can explore opportunities in developing innovative chess game platforms. - **Technology:** Technology sector can leverage the growing trend of DIY gaming setups and AR projection technologies. - **E-commerce:** E-commerce platforms can tap into the market for selling DIY gaming kits and accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intelligent Portable Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eifplay.md) - [AI-Powered Chess Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-chess-board.md) - [AI-Powered Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chessnut-evo.md) - [Magical Robotic Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gochess-wizard.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) - [AI-Powered Chess Set Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manya-cynus.md) - [Incredibly Elegant Chess Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-chess-set.md) - [Ceramic Chess Seating Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-chess.md)