Convert Checkmate CHECK to Upland (SPARKLET) SPARKLET

Chess remains one of the most widely played and culturally significant games in history. With over 605.0 million players globally and over $2.5 billion in market value, its recent resurgence, driven by digital platforms, live streaming, and global accessibility, has brought the game to new audiences. Yet despite this momentum, the digital chess experience has remained largely unchanged. It continues to be the same game, with the same rules and mechanics. Anichess looks to modernize chess and reimagine the timeless game. By integrating spell-based mechanics, digital ownership, and player-driven governance, it reimagines chess as an interactive, evolving ecosystem. Anichess transforms the game as a new title that looks to advance chess adoption, giving seasoned players a twist to the game they love and empowering newer players by giving them an even playing field to enter the game and test their skills.

Launched in 2019, Upland is a persistent, real-world city-builder where the map and your progress never reset—and player actions shape living neighborhoods. Virtual properties (mapped to real addresses) and digital assets (e.g., cars, décor, wearables) can be customized, traded peer-to-peer, and—where eligible—sold for USD. Players have earned over US$20 million to date. In an open, player-driven economy, residents develop districts, run shops, and collaborate on large-scale projects. Upland can be played anywhere, always • Cross-platform progress - Seamless switch between mobile and web • Email-only signup - Building can start in seconds • Persistent world - Cities evolve 24/7, even when players are offline Perfect For Strategy Fans Ideal for lovers of city sims, tycoon games, management strategy, town builders, or location-based gameplay. Combines the depth of city simulators with the social dynamics of massive multiplayer online gaming. A thriving global community of 3M+ players is building collaborative cities mapped to the real world since 2019.