What is Chess Variant?

A Chess Variant refers to any game that is derived from, related to, or inspired by chess. While regular chess is widely recognized as a standard international version with 64 squares and a specific set of pieces, a chess variant may include different rules, objectives, strategies, board layouts, or number and type of pieces. This implies that these types of games stay true to the essential nature of chess, but introduce changes or additions that provide a different perspective or challenge on the classic game.