Chess
Board games

Chess
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About Chess
Chess lets you play a full game of chess right in your browser. Every piece moves in its own way, from the humble pawn to the queen, and the aim is to trap the opposing king so it cannot escape, which is checkmate.
How to play Chess
Use your mouse or touch screen to make selections. Check the controls and rules on the game’s start screen before playing.
Languages and options inside each game are determined by its creator.
BEFORE THE FIRST ROUND
Let the board guide the next move
Check the starting layout, legal directions, and how a round ends. Familiar pieces may be part of an unfamiliar variant.
Before confirming a move, check the opportunities it opens on the board.
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- Category
- Board games
- Access
- Browser, no installation
- Game language
- As offered by the creator
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Good to know
How can I get more room to play?
Use Full screen below the game or, after launching, the new-tab link. On a phone, check whether a landscape orientation suits the title.
Why is the game in another language?
BS and EN change the portal. The external game’s author controls its display, sound, and available languages.
What if it does not start?
Check the external-content notice first. If you already launched the game, try the new-tab link or return later. Loading help.