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Chess

Classic chess against a computer opponent. Checkmate the king to win.

Chess

Free to play in any modern browser · works on desktop and most phones

How to play Chess

Play classic chess against the computer. Each piece moves in its own way. Put the opposing king in checkmate — attacked with no legal escape — to win.

Controls

  • ☁Mouse or touch: click a piece, then click its destination square

Tips

  • ✦Control the centre and develop your knights and bishops early.
  • ✦Castle to protect your king.
  • ✦Check every move for threats to your pieces.

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