The Chess Player provides players with options to save games, print moves, and even change sides during a match. The game also includes features like castling and en-passant captures, adding depth to the chess experience. The integration of these features makes The Chess Player a comprehensive chess simulation for its time.

The game's storyline is set in a universe where evil beings often use conventional means to dominate others. However, The Chess Player differentiates itself by toying with planets through chess before destroying them. Players must defeat the cyborg in a chess match to save Earth from impending doom. The game provides an immersive experience by integrating this narrative into the gameplay.