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📈 ChessWorld Rating System
The ChessWorld rating system provides a fair and reliable way to compare your performance with that of other members. As your skill and understanding improve, your rating will rise, helping you attract more games and meet stronger opponents to develop your chess further.
How It Works
- Fair and Recognised Principles: Based on established rating models for accuracy and fairness.
- Early Game Allowances: A simplified system reduces fluctuations for the first 50 games.
- Stability After 50 Games: Ratings settle to reflect true playing strength.
- Balanced Rewards: Strong players are not over-rewarded for beating weaker opponents, while underdogs are recognised for achieving draws or wins.
Rating Graphs
📊 Track Your Progress
View your performance over the last 50 or 100 games in a clear, easy-to-read graph.
👥 Compare with Opponents
Compare your own results directly with those of your opponents, giving valuable context to your performance.
📅 Long-Term Analysis
Monitor your growth over time and see how your rating changes with experience.
Access
- Full Members: Full access to ratings, analysis, and graphs.
- Guest Members: Restricted daily access to their own rating graphs.
How to Access
Visit My Stuff → My Ratings to view your rating details, including your graph and analysis. You can also check performance stats directly from your Homepage.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Why does my rating change after every game?
Ratings adjust based on your results and the relative strength of your opponent, ensuring fairness.
❓ What if I lose to a much stronger player?
Your rating will decrease only slightly. Conversely, a draw or win against a stronger opponent can increase your rating significantly.
❓ How does the rating graph help?
It allows you to see trends in your performance and track your development across many games.
👉 With the ChessWorld Rating System, you get a clear, fair, and motivating way to measure progress and strengthen your game.
🔗 Related features: Top 100 Rated Players | All Rated Rankings | Tournament Norm Holders