This World Chess three player chess set turns traditional chess into a social game for three participants. Instead of a standard two-sided board, you play on a three way chess board with tricolour pieces, making the game more interactive, less predictable, and especially good for families, friends, and casual chess nights. The medium format keeps the set compact, while the hornbeam and beech wood pieces remain clear and comfortable to handle. A storage case and rules leaflet are included, so you can learn the format, keep everything organised, and start playing without needing extra accessories.

What Is a Three Player Chess Board?

A three player chess board is a specially shaped board designed so three people can play chess in one shared game instead of the usual two-player format. This set uses a three way chess board with three armies of pieces, helping you keep each side visually separate while preserving the strategic feel of chess.

If you already enjoy standard chess but want something more social and unexpected, this format gives you a new way to play without leaving chess behind completely. It works well when you want a multiplayer chess set for family evenings, friendly gatherings, or a more unusual addition to your chess collection. You can also compare it with other complete options in the chess sets collection if you want a more traditional format.

How Is a Three Player Chess Board Different?

A three player chess board is different because every move affects two opponents, not just one. That changes the rhythm of the game immediately: you need to watch more threats, think about shifting alliances, and avoid focusing too heavily on only one side of the board.

This makes the set feel more interactive than standard chess. It is still strategic, but it adds a social layer that makes games feel less predictable and more conversational. The tricolour piece setup helps each player follow their own army clearly, while the unusual board shape makes the set stand out as a gift, party game, or family chess option.

Three participants: the game is built for three players instead of two.
Three armies: each side has its own colour for easier recognition.
Shared pressure: every player must watch threats from two directions.
More social play: the format creates a more interactive and unpredictable chess experience.
Rules support: the included leaflet helps you understand the variation more easily.

Dimensions & Compatibility of Three Player Chess Set

This three player chess set is a medium-format wooden set with lightweight pieces and a compact footprint. The size makes it practical for home use, gifts, and casual play, while still giving enough space for the three-way board layout to remain readable during the game.

Detail	Specification
Set type	Three-player wooden chess set
Format	Medium
Piece materials	Hornbeam and beech wood
Piece style	Lightweight tricolour pieces
Storage	Case included
Rules support	Leaflet included
Set size	200 × 350 × 45 mm
King height	55 mm / 2.16 in
Weight	0.65 kg / 1.43 lbs

Because the board and pieces are designed as one complete multiplayer chess set, you do not need to match separate pieces to a non-standard board shape. Everything is already sized for this three-player format.

What Accessories Do You Need for Three Player Chess Set

You do not need extra accessories to start playing this three way chess set. The set already includes the three-player board, tricolour pieces, storage case, and rules leaflet, which covers the essentials for learning and playing the variation.

The most useful extra is not required, but practical: a small table with enough space around all three sides of the board. If you plan to use the set for family games, parties, or club nights, you may also want a simple score pad or timer, but the core experience is complete out of the box.

Included: three-player chess board and tricolour pieces.
Included: storage case for keeping the set organised between games.
Included: rules leaflet for learning the three-player variation.
Optional: score pad if you want to record games or compare strategies.
Optional: chess clock or timer for faster casual formats.

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