SparkChess

The chess game everyone enjoys!

Media Division GmbH · air.com.mediadivision.sparkchessphonelite

Not rated yet 100K+ downloads v20.3.2 39.8 MB Android 6.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version: v20.3.2 (200302000)
Updated: Sep 4, 2026 (1 month ago)
APK size: 39.8 MB
Requires: Android 6.0+ (API 23)
CPU support: Any (no native code)
Category: Strategy (game)
Listed since: Apr 19, 2021 (at least)
Permissions: 12 (2 sensitive)
Website: sparkchess.com
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

SparkChess is a game by Media Division GmbH in the Strategy category, listed since at least April 2021. It has no native code, so it runs on any Android processor.

Since version 18.6.0, the APK shrank from 57.9 MB to 39.8 MB. It asks for 12 permissions, 2 of them sensitive: read shared storage and modify shared storage. It asks for the same permissions as version 20.2.9. The game offers in-app purchases through Google Play and can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

SparkChess is the only chess game that puts fun first. With a choice of boards, computer opponents and online play, it delivers a first-class experience that is as accessible to experts as it is to beginners, kids and anyone else who wants to discover how entertaining this ancient strategy game really is. The chess game that everyone can enjoy! Too many chess apps are impossible for anyone but the experts and masters. The real test of a truly intelligent chess game isn’t how hard it is to beat, but how well it can adapt to players of all skill levels. That’s exactly what makes the award-winning SparkChess stand out. Whether you’re brand new to the chess board, looking to improve your game, to teach your kids to play, or are ready to take it to the next challenging level, everyone can find the perfect balance in SparkChess. FEATURES: * Practice chess against the computer or challenge your friends in multiplayer. * A simple user interface that makes it easy to set up and play games. * Choose from different boards: 2D, 3D and a stunning fantasy chess set. * Play casual, quick or expert games, depending on your level. * Learn chess with over 30 interactive lessons. * Study famous historcal games. * Test your skills with over 70 chess puzzles. * Learn and practice common openings and their variations (over 100 in total). * A Virtual Chess Coach explains the consequences of your moves. * The only chess game that appeals to beginners and experts alike. * Track your multiplayer progress with statistics. * Create and join teams. * Save and replay your games. * Import/Export games in PGN format. * Watch and comment on live multiplayer games. * Child-safe design, with built-in anti-abuse measures built-in. * Edit the board. * Large and friendly community of chess lovers from all over the world. Young or old, beginner or advanced, SparkChess gives you the extra edge to become a better chess player while having fun!

Version history

4 versions are listed, going back to v18.6.0.

v20.3.2 LATEST Sep 4, 2026 39.8 MB TRUSTED v20.2.9 Jul 30, 2026 39.7 MB TRUSTED v20.0.1 Apr 3, 2026 45.5 MB TRUSTED v18.6.0 Sep 8, 2025 57.9 MB TRUSTED

All 4 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Sep 4, 2026.
Certificate issued to “AndroidCert” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
v20.0.1 uses a different certificate v20.2.9 and v18.6.0 use the same one as this file. Android normally won't update one with the other. v20.0.1

Store checks and file details

Developer signature not checked yet Sep 4, 2026
Validated against Google Play Sep 4, 2026
Signed byCN=AndroidCert, OU=MediaDivision
Signing certificate (SHA-1)5C:27:63:63:6F:B8:6F:09:95:02:11:60:47:27:AC:FE:4F:78:E9:E8
File MD5bb27f986bd9917186418f75accd15472
Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

Scans and ratings come from the source store; the certificate comparisons are AAPKs's own, made from the files' published signatures (3 other versions compared). AAPKs doesn't scan files itself — compare the MD5 and signer after downloading.

Permissions (12)

SparkChess requests 12 permissions, 2 of them sensitive.

Modify shared storage Sensitive android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Read shared storage Sensitive android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Access adservices ad id android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID
Access adservices attribution android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION
Access adservices topics android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS
Advertising ID com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
In-app purchases (Google Play Billing) com.android.vending.BILLING
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) air.com.mediadivision.sparkchessphonelite.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Run foreground services android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

SparkChess APK: questions and answers

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is SparkChess free?

The APK is free to download, but the game offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

Is the SparkChess APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is bb27f986bd9917186418f75accd15472.