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DarkSquares vs GGDB

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DarkSquares compared with GGDB
DetailDarkSquares logo DarkSquares GGDB
What it doesProgressive blindfold chess training from square recognition to full games Discover, rate and track video games with personalized recommendations and gaming portfolio
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inFR Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Free
PricingFree: €0 forever with unlimited exercises, games vs AI, and access to levels 1-3. Pro Lifetime: €39 one-time payment for all 7 levels, all 8 AI difficulties, famous games library, endgame training, and intermediate tactics. Not given
Key features
  • 7 progressive training levels from square colors to full blindfold games
  • Unlimited exercises and games against AI
  • Voice-controlled play in 6 languages
  • Progress tracking and achievement system
  • Cross-device synchronization
  • Famous grandmaster games to replay blindfolded
  • Endgame training module
  • Multiple board visibility modes
  • Tactical puzzles and exercises
  • Six-layer rating system for games
  • Cast and crew credits organized by department
  • Import games from Steam, PlayStation and Xbox
  • Detailed awards and nominations page
  • Game budget and revenue information
  • Game trivia and stories
  • Gamer DNA profile building
  • Interactive game cards with play status options
  • Source attribution for all game data
  • Write and publish game reviews
What makes it different
  • Systematic progression from fundamentals to blindfold mastery, not just a side effect of puzzle training
  • Free tier is genuinely free with no dark patterns or engagement manipulation
  • One-time €39 lifetime payment with no subscription required
  • Built and maintained by a single indie developer actively improving the product
  • Available across web, iOS, and Android with unified account
  • Six-layer rating system instead of single rating
  • All game data sources are transparent and linked
  • Independent database built by four people
  • Does not sell user or game data
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)26 +1 (up) since last check5 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)233
Citation Flow (Majestic)3121
Referring domains (Majestic)4519

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