bluesea4me Posted November 1, 2017 #1 Share Posted November 1, 2017 What ships have giant/life size chess? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastpitchdad Posted November 1, 2017 #2 Share Posted November 1, 2017 What ships have giant/life size chess? The Star did. It was being used every time I walked by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAJPLO Posted November 1, 2017 #3 Share Posted November 1, 2017 Escape has one Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare KeithJenner Posted November 1, 2017 #4 Share Posted November 1, 2017 Most, if not all, have it. It’s sometimes hidden away a bit though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
don't-use-real-name Posted November 1, 2017 #5 Share Posted November 1, 2017 Most, if not all, have it. It’s sometimes hidden away a bit though. Look for it on the same deck as table tennis (Ping-Pong) shuffle board the golf driving range (net). Maybe on the opposite side of the ship - may have checker board pieces set up instead of chess. Look along the wall for the board pieces. And of course when all else fails admit your search skills need some macho help - ASK at Guest Services ! Another thing to do while at Guest Services ask for the table top version (also maybe available in the ships library). Bring along your laptop computer - preload and play anywhere on board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REV_Cruiser Posted November 1, 2017 #6 Share Posted November 1, 2017 If I remember correctly, there was an oversize chess set-up on the Getaway Waterfront. It was at the front exit to Waterfront on the starboard side, if memory serves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fourofakind Posted November 1, 2017 #7 Share Posted November 1, 2017 Breakaway has it and my kids loved it! Some of the pieces were taller than my daughter so it was fun to watch her move them around. Made for some great pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCLfamily Posted November 1, 2017 #8 Share Posted November 1, 2017 Epic has chess. Deal breaker for me, I never book a cruise that doesn't have oversized chess. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger001 Posted November 2, 2017 #9 Share Posted November 2, 2017 I read the whole thing thinking it said giant cheese! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCLfamily Posted November 4, 2017 #10 Share Posted November 4, 2017 [emoji23] Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kfamilycruise Posted November 4, 2017 #11 Share Posted November 4, 2017 Epic has chess. Deal breaker for me, I never book a cruise that doesn't have oversized chess. Sent from my iPad using Forums Do you remember where it was on the Epic? My kids love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candy Apple 12 Posted November 4, 2017 #12 Share Posted November 4, 2017 POA has one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby0215 Posted November 4, 2017 #13 Share Posted November 4, 2017 Epic has chess. Deal breaker for me, I never book a cruise that doesn't have oversized chess. Sent from my iPad using Forums I’m hoping this is a joke right? Surely you are not going to book a vacation just because a ship doesn’t have giant chess? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare KeithJenner Posted November 4, 2017 #14 Share Posted November 4, 2017 Do you remember where it was on the Epic? My kids love it. From memory, so this may be wrong. Pool deck, starboard side. Head towards the aft, I think you go past where one of the slides finishes and then the climbing wall is towards the right. At this point the chess should be in front of you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCLfamily Posted November 4, 2017 #15 Share Posted November 4, 2017 From memory, so this may be wrong. Pool deck, starboard side. Head towards the aft, I think you go past where one of the slides finishes and then the climbing wall is towards the right. At this point the chess should be in front of you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Bang on the money as usual Keith Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCLfamily Posted November 4, 2017 #16 Share Posted November 4, 2017 I’m hoping this is a joke right? Surely you are not going to book a vacation just because a ship doesn’t have giant chess? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Of course it’s a joke [emoji5] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreestyleNovice Posted November 4, 2017 #17 Share Posted November 4, 2017 Isn't there a giant chess game at the lifeboat deck on Epic, deck 7 port side too? All the way forward at the end of the public deck? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreestyleNovice Posted November 4, 2017 #18 Share Posted November 4, 2017 Some pics: Dawn Pearl Gem Getaway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby0215 Posted November 4, 2017 #19 Share Posted November 4, 2017 Of course it’s a joke [emoji5] Sent from my iPhone using Forums [emoji12] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesea4me Posted November 12, 2017 Author #20 Share Posted November 12, 2017 :o Epic has chess. Deal breaker for me, I never book a cruise that doesn't have oversized chess. Sent from my iPad using Forums So it’s safe to assume all of the listed ships you’ve been on have them? I promised him I’d make sure there was one for his first cruise so I have to get it right! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesea4me Posted November 12, 2017 Author #21 Share Posted November 12, 2017 Thank you for the input everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
don't-use-real-name Posted November 13, 2017 #22 Share Posted November 13, 2017 So tell me when the Chess game beats you - are you removed from the ship ? I can see the little pawn pieces struggling to have you walk the gangplank when you are mated - but with the Queen must be some smooth move. Been Rooked (Castled) from the board ? With the Bishop diagonally cornered. The Knight leaping over heads to remove yours. And those pesky pawns sneaky NCL promotions on the eighth rank. I think I like the games of chance in the Casino better ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debnjoe1438 Posted November 13, 2017 #23 Share Posted November 13, 2017 So tell me when the Chess game beats you - are you removed from the ship ?I can see the little pawn pieces struggling to have you walk the gangplank when you are mated - but with the Queen must be some smooth move. Been Rooked (Castled) from the board ? With the Bishop diagonally cornered. The Knight leaping over heads to remove yours. And those pesky pawns sneaky NCL promotions on the eighth rank. I think I like the games of chance in the Casino better ! UGH?? you lost me:) My grandson liked the giant chess game on the Epic. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coyboy1971 Posted November 13, 2017 #24 Share Posted November 13, 2017 What ships have giant/life size chess? I loved watching kids play giant chess on the Jade in Europe. Future grandmasters with some keen strategy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LrgPizza Posted November 13, 2017 #25 Share Posted November 13, 2017 This is kind of funny - my son and I were in the middle of a game when a family with 2 younger kids came up. The kids walked right into our game and began playing with the pieces, moving them around, climbing on them, etc. while the parents stood and watched. I think they believed it was a kids play area or something and not an actual game. We were amused, and we let them play and then just left our game. However, turns out that is the only time we've ever found the chess board open. We've never had a chance to play again on any ship because it's always busy when we find it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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