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How to play Chess Tactics Puzzles
Choose a round of Chess Tactics Puzzles and settle into its rules. Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. Use the example below to understand a decision. Begin with the solo training mode shown on the page. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Practise with 64 king-and-queen checkmate positions: 48 mate-in-one puzzles and 16 mate-in-two puzzles. This collection focuses on delivering checkmate.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. The example below illustrates a decision.
Step by step
- Read the mate objective.
- Choose a legal attacking move.
- The defender replies automatically where another move is required.
- Finish the forced mating line.
Controls
Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Look at the feedback after the action.
A useful example
A legal check is wrong when it permits escape from the required mate. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king. 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.
Common questions
When I return, what is the goal of Chess Tactics Puzzles?
The key detail is this: Force checkmate in the stated number of moves.
Before I begin, how do I control Chess Tactics Puzzles?
The key detail is this: Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Chess Tactics Puzzles?
The key detail is this: A legal check is wrong when it permits escape from the required mate.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Chess Tactics Puzzles?
The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king.
For a quick reminder, what format does Chess Tactics Puzzles offer?
For clarity: Practise with 64 king-and-queen checkmate positions: 48 mate-in-one puzzles and 16 mate-in-two puzzles. This collection focuses on delivering checkmate.
Which play mode does Chess Tactics Puzzles use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo training. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
