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How to play Chess Tactics Puzzles
Try Chess Tactics Puzzles at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the solo training mode shown on the page. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
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.
A small practice goal
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What the game asks you to do
Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Notice how the game responds to your input.
The steps to play
- Read the mate objective.
- Choose a legal attacking move.
- The defender replies automatically where another move is required.
- Finish the forced mating line.
Your inputs
Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
An example before you play
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. Consider the next action carefully.
Avoid this misunderstanding
The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
More answers before you play
As a new player, what is the goal of Chess Tactics Puzzles?
The key detail is this: Force checkmate in the stated number of moves.
For this browser game, how do I control Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Keep this in mind: Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle.
On this playing page, 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.
What should I watch out for in Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Keep this in mind: The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king.
When I return, what format does Chess Tactics Puzzles offer?
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.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does Chess Tactics Puzzles use?
The mode on this page is Solo training. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.