Simple Chess
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About Simple Chess
Chess needs little introduction, and this version keeps things plain: an eight-by-eight board, sixteen pieces for each side and one goal, which is to trap the opposing king so it has no safe square left. Simple Chess sits in the puzzle and brain section, so it rewards slow, careful thinking over quick reflexes.
Both armies line up identically, with a row of pawns shielding the king, queen and other pieces. Each type of piece moves in its own way, and the real skill is balancing attack and defence while you build pressure on the enemy king. Controls are friendly too, since you can play with a mouse or with a finger on a phone or tablet.
Game details
| Genre | Puzzle |
|---|---|
| Controls | Mouse or touch |
| Platform | Browser, phone and tablet |
| Cost | Free, no download |
| Screen | 800 x 600 px |
How to play Simple Chess
- Pick one of your pieces by clicking or tapping it.
- Choose the square you want it to move to and tap that square.
- Keep your own king covered while you look for ways to attack theirs.
- Aim for checkmate, where the king is attacked and has nowhere to go.
Tips for Simple Chess
- Protect your king early, because a safe king gives you time to plan an attack.
- Before each move, check what the piece you are moving was guarding.
- Trade pieces when you are ahead, and keep them when you need attacking power.
Frequently asked questions
Is Simple Chess free to play?
Yes. Simple Chess is free, runs in your browser, and needs no download or sign-up.
Can I play Simple Chess on my phone?
Yes. You can use a mouse on a computer or touch the screen on a phone or tablet to select and move pieces.
How do you win a game in Simple Chess?
You win by checkmate: your pieces attack the enemy king and it has no move that escapes the attack.
More to play: Puzzle games · Brain games
Popular topics: 1 player · 2d · android · html5 · mobile · webgl
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