Former world chess champion Garry Kasparov has launched his Kasparovchess platform, which will offer an exclusive 55-part masterclass for his multimedia chess playing and content portal, adding to the puzzles, online matchmaking, news coverage, tutorials, articles, and documentaries already offered by the service. Kasparov's all-new masterclass video series is designed to showcase the grandmaster's strategic approach to the game, giving both beginners and experts a unique insight into his methods and ethos, so they can get a whole new perspective on chess–and become esports' future champions.

"I am eager to show players that there is more to chess than only the moves you make. It is a way of life," said Kasparov. "My masterclass will elevate a person's game, but it will also help see the world from a different point of view."

The timing of Kasparov's latest business deal is understandable. As proved during 2020, chess has firmly established itself as one of the most lucrative esports markets in the world. Current world champion Magnus Carlsen was 2020's highest-paid esports player, and history could repeat itself in 2021, following his recent success in the Meltwater Champions Chess Tour.

Of course, this latest addition to the platform comes at a price. While Kasparovchess offers a range of services from its base platform for free, players will have to spend $13.99 a month or $119.99 annually for access to the service.

(All information was provided by Forbes)