Real-world chess.
Real competition.
Find chess spots near you, play timed games with a tap, and climb the leaderboard. No club required. No tournament fees. Just sit down and play.
Launching in the Netherlands. Be the first to know.
Chess is social. Chess apps aren't.
Online chess is great for practice. But nothing beats the feeling of sitting across from someone, pressing a real clock, and earning your place on the local leaderboard. Roquer brings that experience to every park bench, cafe, and chess table in your city.
Three pillars. One app.
Everything you need for competitive real-world chess.
The Clock
The best chess clock in your pocket. Split-screen, haptic feedback, drift-proof timing. Works offline, no account needed.
Leaderboards
Every spot has a leaderboard. Play one game and it exists. Come back, climb the ranks, become the local champion.
ChessGrid
A map of every place chess happens. 285+ spots pre-loaded in the Netherlands. Discover new places to play.
How it works
Download
Get Roquer on your phone. No account needed to start.
Play
Find a spot, start the clock, and play a real game of chess.
Log
Share a 6-digit code with your opponent. Both get credit.
Climb
Build your rating at every spot you visit. Own the leaderboard.
285+
spots mapped. Netherlands first. Your city next.
Public chess tables, parks, cafes, and clubs — ready on day one.
Ready to play?
Join the waitlist and be the first to compete when Roquer launches.