Classic Games
Checkers
Jump opponent pieces diagonally and crown Kings on the 8x8 board
- Players
- 1–2 Players
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Age
- General
How to Play
- Select one of your pieces on a dark square to highlight legal moves.
- Jump over adjacent opponent pieces into an empty square beyond to capture them.
- Reach the opponent's back row to crown a King that can move and jump both forward and backward.
Desktop Controls
Mouse click to select and move pieces.
Mobile Controls
Touch tap to select and move pieces.
What You'll Practice
Checkers is great for practicing forward planning and board control.
Tips
- Control the center dark squares early.
- Protect your back row to prevent opponent Kings.