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How to play Chess Tactics Puzzles
Take a moment with Chess Tactics Puzzles before moving to another game. Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. 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.
A careful first round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
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. Use the control method described here for this activity. A new-round button replaces the current round.
A useful example
A legal check is wrong when it permits escape from the required mate. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Check the stated objective.
Watch out for this
The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king. Check the rule before repeating the action. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Common questions
On this playing page, what is the goal of Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Here is the relevant explanation: Force checkmate in the stated number of moves.
For my first round, how do I control Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Keep this in mind: Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Chess Tactics Puzzles?
For clarity: A legal check is wrong when it permits escape from the required mate.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Here is the relevant explanation: The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king.
On this playing page, what format does Chess Tactics Puzzles offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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 this browser game, 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.