Anichess Launches $CHECK Token Staking with 10M Bonus Pool

Anichess has launched **Season 7: Gambit**, a competitive chess mode with over 1 million CHECK tokens in rewards for the season. **How it works:** - Players buy in with 100 CHECK per match - Winners collect rewards instantly - Week 1 offers a 25 CHECK rebate even for losses (rebate changes weekly) **Reward structure:** - Top 50 weekly leaderboard players split 250,000 CHECK - M8 Arena randomly selects 50 players weekly for CHECK rewards - Standard Mode rewards consistent players with M8 - Gambit players receive Abstract perks The first week provides the best learning opportunity due to the loss rebate, making it an ideal time for new players to participate. This builds on the previous Kings Gambit mode, which was part of the 1% CHECK token allocation program.

Anichess has activated its **CHECK Tuesday** rewards claim for multiple participant categories: - Ethernal NFT holders - Season 6 players - Kaito creators - Checkmate Reign participants The claim window is **open for 7 days** starting March 17, 2026. Eligible users can access their $CHECK token rewards through the official claim portal at [anichess.com/checkmate-claim](https://anichess.com/checkmate-claim). This follows the platform's monthly distribution pattern, with the previous claim period occurring in February for Ethernal holders. The $CHECK token serves as the reward mechanism for Anichess's chess gaming platform, which combines traditional chess with spell mechanics in a free-to-play format.

The **Pudgy Penguins takeover** of Anichess has officially concluded after a successful season. **Key achievements:** - 5M $PENGU tokens unlocked from PenguBoard - 50K PenguBoards started, 40K reached $PENGU rewards - 2.5M $CHECK distributed through leaderboard awards - 10K prize pool awarded to top 64 players - Thousands earned Abstract XP **What's next:** - Final fairness review of PenguBoard leaderboard underway - Rewards distribution pending review completion - Special season M8 rewards being prepared separately - New chapter launching later in December The takeover transformed the chess platform into **PenguBoard**, featuring an 8x8 frozen battlefield where players scratched squares to unlock rewards up to 600K $PENGU. Players earned M8 tokens through ranked games to access PenguBoard. Two leaderboards tracked progress: ranked gameplay and total M8 spent on PenguBoard.

**Anichess announces upcoming Queen's Gambit release** with cryptic messaging about sacrifices and faith required for success. The chess gaming platform, known for combining traditional chess with spell mechanics, is building anticipation for their next major update. The announcement references their **$CHECK token** and connects to their ongoing Checkmate Genesis narrative. - Previous Chapter 4 "The Queen's Gambit" was released in February 2025 - New release appears to integrate blockchain elements with gameplay - Community engagement strategy uses chess metaphors and suspense As an **Animoca Brands subsidiary**, Anichess continues expanding their free-to-play chess experience that blends traditional gameplay with innovative mechanics. *Stay tuned for official launch details and $CHECK token utility announcements.*