THE PLAYBOOK · NMGDASHUJU
Read before your next round of Chess Online
Take a moment with Chess Online before moving to another game. Checkmate the opposing king. Use the example below to understand a decision. Begin with the local / basic computer mode shown on the page. Look at what changes after your first action.
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
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Make the next step deliberately.
The purpose of your moves
Checkmate the opposing king. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Step by step
- 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.
Input guidance
Tap a piece and target; choose a promotion piece when needed. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
A useful example
Castling cannot pass through an attacked square. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Read the matching step again.
Avoid this misunderstanding
The computer is a small search opponent, not a rated engine. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
Common questions
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Chess Online?
Here is the relevant explanation: Checkmate the opposing king.
On this playing page, how do I control Chess Online?
Tap a piece and target; choose a promotion piece when needed.
What example helps explain Chess Online?
Castling cannot pass through an attacked square.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Chess Online?
The computer is a small search opponent, not a rated engine.
For my first round, what format does Chess Online offer?
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.
On this playing page, which play mode does Chess Online use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Local / basic computer. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
