Windows and Mac downloads
Encore Puzzle & Board Games
Encore Games, formerly HoyleChess, checkers, backgammon, dominoes and word games, for a quiet game against the computer or a longer session.
I have
Windows 11, 64-bit.macOS 13.3 or later, Apple silicon. Instant download; key by email.
What is inside
17board and puzzle games on the menu
- Backgammon
- Battling Ships
- Checkers
- Chinese Checkers
- Chess
- Dominoes
- Tile Games
- Master Match
- Pachisi
- Panic
- Placer Racer
- Reversi
- Rummy Squares
- Time Breaker
- Word Games
- Yacht
- Zilch
Good to know
- Resizes to your screenDrag the window to any size; the picture keeps its shape.
- Modern or Classic lookSwitch in Options, Environment. The classic look is always included.
- Players and profilesKeep your own profile and pick or draw a face with Face Creator.
- Play it your waySet the game speed, how talkative opponents are, and the background music.
- Encore BucksEarn Encore Bucks as you play and browse the catalogue.
Requirements
Before you buy
Each platform is a separate download.
Windows
- System
- Windows 11, 64-bit
- Delivery
- Download, key sent by email
Mac
- System
- macOS 13.3 or later
- Processor
- Apple silicon (Intel Macs are not supported yet)
- Delivery
- Download, key sent by email
Questions
What do I need to run them?
Windows 11 (64-bit), or a Mac with Apple silicon running macOS 13.3 or later. Intel Macs are not supported yet.
Can I switch back to the old look?
Yes. Options, Environment, Look. The classic look is always included.
I already own Encore Classic or an older Hoyle title.
Your existing games keep working. These are new downloads, sold separately.
How do I get the game and my key?
You get a download link and your product key by email as soon as payment clears.
