Game guide · XZZHUYUSI
Read before your next round of Chess Online
Take a moment with Chess Online before moving to another game. 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.
One thing to notice as you play
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Notice the feedback after each input.
The objective of a round
Checkmate the opposing king. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
The steps to play
- 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.
How your actions work
Tap a piece and target; choose a promotion piece when needed. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Learn from a sample situation
Castling cannot pass through an attacked square. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Notice the change in the playing area.
A mistake to avoid
The computer is a small search opponent, not a rated engine. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Game-specific help
For my first round, what is the goal of Chess Online?
The key detail is this: Checkmate the opposing king.
While learning, how do I control Chess Online?
The key detail is this: Tap a piece and target; choose a promotion piece when needed.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Chess Online?
The key detail is this: Castling cannot pass through an attacked square.
While learning, 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?
The key detail is this: 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.
For my first round, where should I start with Chess Online?
Keep this in mind: Select local play or basic computer.
While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Chess Online?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
While learning, how can I find Chess Online again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
As a new player, 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.
