In the distant past, five civilizations struggled for control of the known universe. Strange aquatic beings, servants of chaos, cyborgs, forest spirits and magicians fought epic battles full of strategy and the occasional stroke of luck. Ultimately, only one could prevail and reign supreme over all the others.In a twist on the classic game, the PSP now offers a chess game that will delight purists and gamers alike. Play in traditional 2D mode or opt for the powerful 3D version with graphics, animations and storytelling. The system's powerful artificial intelligence offers a real challenge to anyone wishing to play in single-player mode. Add gameplay over the Internet that includes a ranking system and Speed Chess mode for both single and multiplayer games and you have the ultimate chess experience.