i know what you mean... i often stand up or even sit on the back of my chair like a eagle purched on a cliff just so i can get an overhead 2d view... that is what helps me.
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Thanks. I will try that next time I play. It really sucks because even my dad sees strings moves that I fail to see.Moves that are easy for me to spot when I at online.
Haha, this is something I warn people when they are thinking of playing in OTB tournaments for the first time. Everything looks different, but chances are it is more the psychological aspect. To you, the board on the screen is the real board. You feel awkward moving the pieces, touching them. To combat this, and someone correct me if I am wrong, you MUST get used to seeing and using a normal board. Go buy one if you don't already own a set. Get the board up and go over past games using that board only. You'd be surprised at how quickly you get used to handling things.
From there it is a matter of getting used to playing somebody else OTB. That just might be the biggest hurdle.
Phylar wrote:
Haha, this is something I warn people when they are thinking of playing in OTB tournaments for the first time. Everything looks different, but chances are it is more the psychological aspect. To you, the board on the screen is the real board. You feel awkward moving the pieces, touching them. To combat this, and someone correct me if I am wrong, you MUST get used to seeing and using a normal board. Go buy one if you don't already own a set. Get the board up and go over past games using that board only. You'd be surprised at how quickly you get used to handling things.
From there it is a matter of getting used to playing somebody else OTB. That just might be the biggest hurdle.
well, you pretty much summarized how i feel. everything looks different, even if i am playing openings and moves that i've memorized and i know to be correct it still feels weird. also another area that suffers considerably is my ability to analyze the position and to come up with any plans.. in a game again my friend i took a pawn with a bishop even though it was pinned to the queen. i think i am going to stop playing online for a while and just focus on feeling comfortable with the real board. thanks for the comment.
Older players report the opposite problem. After playing with a real board for years they found 2d computer chess hard.
I'm like you, I found the switch to 3d boards difficult and would miss all sorts of simple things like a piece under attack or simple pins and forks. Like Phylar said after some experiance you get used to it. Eventually you'll be able to play on either type without problems.
waffllemaster wrote:
Older players report the opposite problem. After playing with a real board for years they found 2d computer chess hard.
I'm like you, I found the switch to 3d boards difficult and would miss all sorts of simple things like a piece under attack or simple pins and forks. Like Phylar said after some experiance you get used to it. Eventually you'll be able to play on either type without problems.
i just recruited 2 friends and my dad so i can get used to games on the 3d board. I find it embarrasing because i know i am a better player than what i play on the 3d board. thanks for the comment.
The thing with playing OTB is the board feels so much...bigger, almost intimidating. If you one of those rare types that can visualize, then close your eyes and see the board in your head, it may help. Note however that this particular solution will likely be a temporary one at best.
You may also try to just absorb yourself into the game to the point that a truck could go through the room and you might not notice. Just gotta get that old noggin adjusted. :P
Of course you could also try the age old trick of sleeping with a pawn under your pillow. This will bring about the magical osmosis energy and compel you to play to your own highest standards!
*I in no way endorse the placing of a pawn under your pillow. Those things are evil and will attack if given the chance. (I named mine Chucky)*
Phylar wrote:
The thing with playing OTB is the board feels so much...bigger, almost intimidating. If you one of those rare types that can visualize, then close your eyes and see the board in your head, it may help. Note however that this particular solution will likely be a temporary one at best.
You may also try to just absorb yourself into the game to the point that a truck could go through the room and you might not notice. Just gotta get that old noggin adjusted. :P
Of course you could also try the age old trick of sleeping with a pawn under your pillow. This will bring about the magical osmosis energy and compel you to play to your own highest standards!
*I in no way endorse the placing of a pawn under your pillow. Those things are evil and will attack if given the chance. (I named mine Chucky)*
i am already applying your adivice. i went to my game database and i am going over some gaames on the 3d board. i do have that ability to close my eyes and see where every piece is located and think about moves. i often times find myself playing games in my head while i am at work. sometimes i lose my focus so i will try to concentraste on the board an nothing else till the game is over.
Estragon wrote:
Phylar wrote:
Haha, this is something I warn people when they are thinking of playing in OTB tournaments for the first time. Everything looks different, but chances are it is more the psychological aspect. To you, the board on the screen is the real board. You feel awkward moving the pieces, touching them. To combat this, and someone correct me if I am wrong, you MUST get used to seeing and using a normal board. Go buy one if you don't already own a set. Get the board up and go over past games using that board only. You'd be surprised at how quickly you get used to handling things.
From there it is a matter of getting used to playing somebody else OTB. That just might be the biggest hurdle.
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It's all just chess, it is a matter of getting "real life" sets into your comfort zone, and that means practicing on them. I think you need to play live games if you can, even if they are casual or even speed chess, with real world pieces to get used to thinking on them in game conditions.
Playing OTB in tournaments is challenging enough, no need to make it harder on yourself!
yeah i am already wroking on that. i am trying to create a network of people that like to play chess or have an interest and play against them in real life. thanks
I learned to play chess online about 6 months ago. I've only played about 10 games of over the board. I'm having a very difficult time winning or even finding strong or good moves. My visualization suffers considerably. What could this be attributed to? Any suggestions on how to improve over the board play? Or is it simply a matter of playing more over the board games?