Why Chess Is Still the Best Hobby

Its origins lie in the murky prehistory of ancient societies thousands of years gone from the face of the Earth I’m talking about chess, of course — which, after thousands of years, remains one of the most popular and universally recognized strategy games in existence, enjoyed the world over by people of every race, creed, and social status. It’s been called the great equalizer, bringing an individual’s talents to the fore ahead of all other concerns.
It is fiercely competitive, mentally demanding, and is considered to be one of the most noteworthy indicators of high intelligence in our society Chances are, all of that being said… that you’ve never played. But that’s okay, because you’re here now, which means you’d like to learn how. You’re about to step into a fierce and emotionally charged world of hobbyists who have centered their lives around this game.
Get ready to learn a skill that will never fail to impress.
Chess Strategy for Beginners
There are, as might be expected for a hobby that’s centuries old, countless resources specifically focused on how to begin learning the intricate strategies of the chessboard. You can find books on the subject, and instructional films, which can be a good place to start. If you are someone who learns best by immersion, fire up the chess program that probably came with your computer, set the difficulty level as low as it will go… and prepare to be bitterly disappointed, enraged, confused, and frustrated. This medley of feelings and associated destructive urges will likely continue for some time with regards to a game that has such a steep learning curve (nothing worth doing is easy) but, fortunately, there do exist certain ways to find help. In the modern era of the internet, there are places offering tips, strategies, tutorials, and lists of resources — and many of them are free. Just try to shoot for the most reputable source material possible; for instance, a Website with a url like http://www.chess.org is probably a more reputable resource than an individual blog with regular misspellings, which tries to force advanced strategies down your throat from the very start.