ChessBase – finally on Mac!

by ChessBase
9/18/2026 – Our database program – used by everyone, from the World Champion to lowly club players – will now be available for Mac users. The new version has been developed from the ground up: modern, built for fast access to what matters. The official release is November 2026. Register now to make sure you don’t miss the launch of a new era in chess study.
YOUR PERSONAL CHESS COACH - Whether you’re taking your first steps into the world of club chess, or already playing at a tournament level: with FRITZ, you can train more efficiently, intelligently and with a more personalised approach than ever before.
FRITZ is more than just a chess engine – it’s a training revolution! Whether you’re taking your first steps into the world of club chess, or already playing at a tournament level: with FRITZ, you can train more efficiently, intelligently and with a more personalised approach than ever before.

Go to ChessBase MacLand for a full, animated presentation of the Mac version of ChessBase.

Built for the Mac, from the ground up

Board, engine lines, reference and top games side by side in one window. The sidebar puts analysis, training, databases and the cloud one click away.

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Search

Find any game in seconds. Filter by position, opponent, colour, result or annotations, and the game opens next to the list.

Engines, local or remote

Fritz on your Mac, Stockfish from the Engine Cloud, or a remote engine with up to 128 cores. Pick one, and the analysis runs.

Which move scores at your rating?

A simulation of ChessBase’s Opening Report, running right here in your browser — and coming to the Mac. Pick a line, switch the rating class, and watch the order of the moves change. All figures come from Mega Database 2026.

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60m English The Austrian Attack

What to do against the Pirc? Many players find it difficult to play against Black’s set-up. Try the Austrian Attack! It is a solid but dangerous weapon and guarantees White an effective attack from the very start! Learn the key tricks of this deadly line and crush the Pirc with ease!