A Riot Games games vet will help chess become the next big esport

With more than 250 million users worldwide, Chess.com has become the most popular destination for online chess matches. The platform's growth has breathed new life into a 1,500-year-old game, turning scores of streamers into chess aficionados. The rising profile of chess among gamers creates opportunities to develop new esports events and competitions. Chess.com wants to be at the forefront of that new era, and it has made a key hire that will invigorate its programming arm. Chris Roberts, formerly of Riot Games, has come on board as Chess.com's VP of Media and Content. Visit Tubefilter for more great stories.

Last updated Aug 23, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team