hiarcs-chess-explorer ☆
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Description:
Chess database, analysis and game playing program
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.13@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @HIARCS  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Other
Tags: chess database analysis ai pgn
Install: brew install --cask hiarcs-chess-explorer
About:
HIARCS Chess Explorer is a comprehensive chess database application designed for macOS. It allows users to store, analyze, and manage their chess games with the help of the powerful HIARCS chess engine. The software provides professional-grade tools for opening preparation, game analysis, and playing against a strong AI opponent.
Key Features:
  • Integrated HIARCS chess engine for strong analysis and play
  • Comprehensive database for storing and organizing games
  • Opening book and tree view for repertoire management
  • Support for standard PGN import and export
Use Cases:
  • Analyzing personal games to identify mistakes and improve strategy
  • Preparing opening repertoires against specific opponents
  • Playing against a strong AI opponent for practice
Alternatives:
  • ChessBase – The industry standard on Windows, but often considered less native or more expensive on Mac.
  • Scid vs PC – A powerful open-source alternative, though with a less polished user interface.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:17pm 1.13 0 VERSION_BUMP c9517b08
Aug 5, 2025 2:19pm 1.9.4 0 VERSION_BUMP 39badda7
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