Ubisoft is releasing Chessmaster Live on Xbox Live Arcade in January 2008.

"Bringing the Chessmaster series to Xbox Live Arcade makes the game accessible to a whole new audience," said Peter Helm, business development associate at Ubisoft. "Chessmaster Live is not only a comprehensive chess program, but it is also one that has expanded beyond the traditional game to include exciting features for fans, both old and new."

Chessmaster Live will feature:

* Hundreds of AI opponents to play in ELO-ranked matches
* Voice-chat and Live Vision capabilities for head-to-head matches
* New 3D chess sets inspired by luxury board designer, House of Staunton
* Five original chess variants, including the all-new Message Chess option, which will allow players to engage in a match over the course of days, weeks or even months

Ubisoft will also be publishing Chessmaster for the PSP system, scheduled for a worldwide release in Autumn 2008.