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About Chess
Chess is the king of strategy games, played for over 1,500 years. Command an army of 16 pieces — pawns, rooks, knights, bishops, a queen, and a king. Outmaneuver your opponent and deliver checkmate! Play against the computer free online.
How to Play Chess
- 1Click a piece to select it, then click a highlighted square to move
- 2Each piece type moves differently (e.g., bishops move diagonally)
- 3Capture opponent pieces by moving to their square
- 4Put the opponent's King in checkmate (inescapable threat) to win
- 5Special moves: castling, en passant, and pawn promotion
Frequently Asked Questions about Chess
Can I play chess against the computer?▼
Yes! This online chess game lets you play against an AI opponent for free, right in your browser.
What is checkmate?▼
Checkmate occurs when a King is under attack (in check) and cannot escape. The player who delivers checkmate wins the game.
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