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Follow the steps for Chess Online
Bring your attention to one round of Chess Online. Checkmate the opposing king. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Begin with the local / basic computer mode shown on the page. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Play on one device with a friend or against the basic computer opponent. Repetition and the fifty-move rule trigger an automatic draw here; there is no internet matchmaking or tournament clock.
Something to practise
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Refer to the controls when needed.
What you are aiming for
Checkmate the opposing king. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Work through the instructions
- Select local play or basic computer.
- Choose a piece and a legal target.
- Castling, en passant and promotion obey king-safety rules.
- Use the promotion selector before moving to the last rank.
- Undo or New game restarts play.
Keyboard and screen controls
Tap a piece and target; choose a promotion piece when needed. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
Try this example
Castling cannot pass through an attacked square. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.
Where a round can go wrong
The computer is a small search opponent, not a rated engine. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Clarifying the way this game works
While learning, what is the goal of Chess Online?
Checkmate the opposing king.
When I return, how do I control Chess Online?
Here is the relevant explanation: Tap a piece and target; choose a promotion piece when needed.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Chess Online?
Castling cannot pass through an attacked square.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Chess Online?
Here is the relevant explanation: The computer is a small search opponent, not a rated engine.
On this playing page, what format does Chess Online offer?
For clarity: Play on one device with a friend or against the basic computer opponent. Repetition and the fifty-move rule trigger an automatic draw here; there is no internet matchmaking or tournament clock.
Before I begin, which play mode does Chess Online use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Local / basic computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
Before I begin, where should I start with Chess Online?
Here is the relevant explanation: Select local play or basic computer.
For my first round, do I need an account or a payment for Chess Online?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Chess Online again?
Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While reading the Guide, how do I report an issue with Chess Online?
Keep this in mind: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.