As a beginner, you have detailed instructions, all while the voice command assists you through the game. I think once they finish reading the instructions they are going to really have a blast.

When the piece is pressed down on the board, the computer recognizes which piece your moving and where your moving it to when pressed again after the move. You simply pick up the desired chess piece you wish to move and lightly use it to tap the space...  Read More

The set comes with a pack of cards showing the moves for each piece. There are storage compartments in the bottom for the pieces, which is especially helpful. Comes with a pouch.

It seems really cheaply made. The magnets are quite weak and barely hold the pieces in place. Sometimes it makes an annoying buzzing noise after you make it's move. Overall, this chess computer is not intuitive to use.

My only issue with this purchase is the clarity of the rules of the game. It is a lovely well made game, worth the cost, and if you purchase it, i hope you get to play it with someone. If there is an issue the seller is very responsive to messages.

There are distinct cracks along the bamboo lines, and the board now wobbles slightly on fiat surface. The bamboo is only a thin veneer that is rapidly developing cracks. There is no way to repair them, and they will only get worse.

Seigen style bowls are well fashioned, but there is no carrying bag for the bowls. Stones mixed with hair (weird). Try styrofoam. Board is a product of shoddy worksmanship.

Is it usable? Is it worth $70? Absolutely not.