THE PLAYBOOK · CHENXIJIXIE
The Chess Online playbook
Take a moment with Chess Online before moving to another game. Checkmate the opposing king. Use the example below to understand a decision. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
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
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Refer to the controls when needed.
The objective of a round
Checkmate the opposing king. Read that aim before choosing your first action. The example below illustrates a decision.
Start here and follow along
- 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.
Your inputs
Tap a piece and target; choose a promotion piece when needed. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. A new-round button replaces the current round.
Follow the example
Castling cannot pass through an attacked square. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Take a moment to compare.
Check this before moving on
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. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Chess Online?
Here is the relevant explanation: Checkmate the opposing king.
For a quick reminder, 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?
The computer is a small search opponent, not a rated engine.
For a quick reminder, 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.
For this browser game, 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.