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Magnus Trainer APK for Android

- Train Chess
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Feb 22, 2025

Learning to play chess under the guidance of a Norwegian grandmaster

Download Magnus Trainer APK A2.5.6 105MB

What is Magnus Trainer?

Magnus Trainer – set off on a journey through the exciting and unpredictable world of an ancient board game together with chess player Magnus Carlsen. Improve your gaming skills with fun activities and interactive lessons from a professional mentor.

Before the start of training, the program will determine the current level of the user’s knowledge by offering to answer a number of questions, some of which are presented in the format of situational tasks modeled on the board. There are a total of four courses available in the app – Basics, Easy, Intermediate and Advanced. Each of them has three dozen degrees, after passing which the user moves on to the next course.

Lessons are given in the form of a textual explanation of game moments with their simultaneous presentation on the chessboard. Find out what castling is used for and how an opening differs from an endgame, what an opera checkmate is, get acquainted with the Queen’s Gambit, learn how to predict your opponent’s moves, and so on. During the breaks between lessons, the application offers to relax for the benefit of the business – try to fulfill the conditions of mini-games within the time limit.

Features:

  • chess simulator for users aged five and over;
  • automatic selection of the course according to the level of the player’s training;
  • educational mini-games with customizable difficulty;
  • intuitive interface in a colorful design.

The Magnus Trainer application promotes a professional approach to learning to play chess, and after going through all the stages of training, you will greatly improve your skills and increase your level.

Also known as: Magnus Trainer - Train Chess
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Download Magnus Trainer - Train Chess APK for Android

What's New in Version A2.5.6

Small bug fix

Available Files

  • A2.5.6 105MB Android 4.4+ armeabi-v7a Download
  • A2.4.15 86MB Android 4.4+ arm64-v8a Download

System Requirements

OS Version
Android 4.4 (Kit Kat) or higher
Architecture
Varies by file (Which one do I need?)
Disk Space
~150 MB free space required
RAM
2 GB
Internet
Not required (Offline playable)
Google Services
Required
Permissions (10)
  • Internet
  • Access Network State
  • Vibrate
  • Wake Lock
  • Access Wifi State

APK File Details

Package ID com.playmagnus.development.magnustrainer
Developer Chess.com
License Free
Monetization Contains Ads   In-App Purchases
Age Rating Everyone

APK Verification & Virus Scan Results

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Virus scan: Clean (0/60) View report. The APK file is digitally signed.

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SHA-1 Signature:

5832fc30a5f0bc646024d6151f20e29ce84f5916

SHA-256 Hash:

b634a3898877fad7ca94d8fee6012fabd1d4bf2d9b2046f8624f6d4e22b213c9

MD5 Checksum:

a9de19b3d2980d808b407518b27c2675

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Magnus Trainer safe to download?

Yes, Magnus Trainer is safe to download. The APK is scanned on every update — no malware or viruses detected. You can verify the full scan report in the Security section above.

How to install XAPK file?

XAPK is a split APK package. Standard Android installer cannot open it directly. Use 'SAI' or 'XAPK Installer' — they handle XAPK files automatically. Download the installer, open the XAPK file with it, and follow the on-screen steps. Read more

Why does installation fail on newer Android versions (14 - 16)?

Newer Android versions strictly block the installation of apps built for older Android versions (API < 23) for security reasons. Standard installation is not possible. Read our step-by-step guide on how to bypass this restriction using ADB or Shizuku.

What Android version does Magnus Trainer require?

Magnus Trainer requires Android 4.4 (API 19) or higher. Optimized for Android 11 (API 30).

Is Magnus Trainer free?

Yes, it is free to download and use, but it contains ads and offers in-app purchases.

What processor architecture does Magnus Trainer support?

Magnus Trainer supports armeabi-v7a. This build does not support x86/x86_64 processors, so it will not run on most PC emulators. If you are unsure about your device architecture, check the Device Info section on this page.

How to enable installation from unknown sources on Android?

Go to Settings → Security (or Settings → Apps → Special access on Android 8+) and enable "Install unknown apps" for your browser or file manager. On Android 8 and above this setting is per-app, not global. Read more

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