{"product_id":"3-man-chess-three-player-chess-game-with-hinged-round-board","title":"3 Man Chess — Three-Player Chess Game with Hinged Round Board","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExperience chess in a new social setting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 Man Chess invites three players to join in a single game without sacrificing the familiar rules, strategy, or fun. The three-player variant naturally introduces shifting alliances, competing aims, and moments of tension as players react to each other’s moves. This is a social start to game night, with surprising, thoughtful play that rewards foresight and careful planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuality, portable design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe board is built from PVC plastic and finished at a comfortable 3 mm thickness, with a round 19-inch diameter that feels solid on the table. It arrives in three hinged sections connected with a durable cotton fiber tape that resists cracking over time, so you can unfold it flat and carry it to another table with ease. At about 12 ounces, the board remains light enough to move without strain while delivering a sturdy playing surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy, round board: 19 inches across for spacious play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHinged three-section design with durable cotton tape for long-lasting use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight enough to pick up and transport between rooms or homes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree teams, classic pieces, clear roles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes 48 Staunton-style pieces, solid plastic with felt bottoms, divided into three teams — black, gray, and ivory — with 16 pieces per team. The king stands 2.5 inches tall with a 1-inch base, making it easy to spot on crowded boards. Felt bottoms help pieces glide smoothly, reducing noise as the game heats up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree teams of 16 pieces for balanced three-player play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFelt-bottom pieces for quiet, smooth movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Staunton styling keeps the familiar look and feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEverything you need in one box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with the board and pieces, you receive a concise rule sheet that explains the three-player protocol to help you get started quickly. The entire setup arrives in a shrink-wrapped retail box, ready for display or gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is 3 Man Chess designed for three players?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It uses three teams with 48 pieces on a round, hinged board to support three-player play while keeping classic chess rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is included in the package?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Board, 48 Staunton-style pieces, a rule sheet, and a shrink-wrapped retail box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"3 Man Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56930175156606,"sku":"B004FX4TYG","price":82.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/1317\/4398\/files\/3-man-chess-board-assembly.jpg?v=1771231470","url":"https:\/\/playvia.co.uk\/products\/3-man-chess-three-player-chess-game-with-hinged-round-board","provider":"Playvia | Best-Selling Toys, Games \u0026 Learning in the UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}