Leaderboards
Every chess spot on the ChessGrid has its own leaderboard. Play one game at a spot and the leaderboard is created. Come back, play more, and climb the ranks.
Two ratings
Section titled “Two ratings”Roquer uses a dual rating system:
| Rating | What it measures | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| GRR (Global Roquer Rating) | Your overall chess strength across all spots | Global |
| VR (Venue Rating) | Your strength at a specific spot | Per-spot |
Both ratings start at 1200 and change after every rated game using the ELO formula.
How ELO works
Section titled “How ELO works”After each game, your rating changes based on:
- The result (win, loss, or draw)
- Your opponent’s rating (beating a stronger player earns more points)
- Your experience (new players’ ratings change faster)
If you beat someone rated higher than you, you gain more points. If you lose to someone rated lower, you lose more points. Draws slightly favor the lower-rated player.
The leaderboard
Section titled “The leaderboard”Each spot’s leaderboard shows:
| Column | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Rank | Your position at this spot (top 3 get medal icons) |
| Player | Your username |
| VR | Your Venue Rating at this spot |
| Games | Number of games you’ve played here |
Rating tips
Section titled “Rating tips”- Play more games — Your first 30 games have a higher K-factor, so your rating moves faster while you’re getting established.
- Visit new spots — Each spot has its own VR. You start at 1200 everywhere, so you can build a reputation at multiple locations.
- Both players need accounts — Unrated or unclaimed games don’t affect ratings.