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# AI-Powered Chessboards
The Square Off Robotic Chessboards Allow for Solo Training and More

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-10-23 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-chessboard
References: [gadgetify](http://www.gadgetify.com/square-off-neo-swap/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/infivention/square-off-neo-and-swap-board-games-powered-by-robotics-and-ai)

The Square Off robotic chessboards have been developed by InfiVention Technlogies to offer users a connected way to train solo or play with friends. The boards come in the 'NEO' and 'SWAP' model options, which are designed for chess-only and chess, connect 4, Chinese checkers and draughts, respectively. Users can train on their own thanks to [artificial intelligence (AI) technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noctie) or with friends from around the world thanks to the connected design of the board.

The Square Off robotic chessboards feature physical game pieces that can be shifted around the playing surface in real-time to let players feel further immersed in the experience. Users can choose from [30 levels of difficulty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chess-verse) to train with better accuracy, while the AI system will automatically learn and adjust itself to match your needs.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.9/10
- Popularity: 69% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Connected Board Games:** The Square Off robotic chessboards offer a connected gaming experience with physical game pieces.
- **Artificial Intelligence Training:** The AI technology in the Square Off chessboards offer opportunities for solo training.
- **Adaptive Difficulty Levels:** The Square Off chessboards offer 30 levels of difficulty and adjust automatically to match user needs.

### Where This Applies

- **Board Game Industry:** The Square Off chessboards provide an example of how advanced technology can enhance the traditional board game experience.
- **Artificial Intelligence Industry:** The AI technology in the Square Off chessboards demonstrate the potential for AI in gaming and training applications.
- **Education Industry:** The Square Off chessboards offer a new way to train and improve cognitive skills, providing a potential opportunity for educators to integrate this technology into their teaching methods.

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