Move diagonally across the dark squares. Jump over opposing pieces to capture them. Reach the far side to
become a King and move both forward and backward. Capture all opponent pieces or block
them from moving to win.
How to Play Checkers
- Tap a piece to select it.
- Tap a highlighted square to move.
- Capture by jumping over an opponent piece.
- If multiple jumps are available, you must keep jumping with the same piece.
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Board Setup
- The board is 8×8.
- Only the dark squares are used.
- Each side starts with 12 pieces.
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How Pieces Move
Regular pieces
Move diagonally forward 1 square.
Blocked squares
Pieces cannot move through other pieces.
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How Captures Work
- Jump over an adjacent opponent piece into an empty square.
- The jumped piece is captured and removed.
Strategy Tip
Captures are powerful — but avoid jumping into a trap where you get captured back.
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Forced Jumps
If Forced Jumps is on, you must capture when a jump is available.
Good to know
When forced jumps are on, look for all capture options before moving.
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Multiple Jumps
After a capture, if another capture is available for the same piece, you must keep jumping.
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King Pieces
- Reach the far side to become a King.
- Kings can move and capture diagonally in both directions.
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How to Win
- Capture all opponent pieces, or
- Leave your opponent with no legal moves.
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Beginner Strategy
- Keep your back row protected to prevent easy kings.
- Don’t rush forward with single pieces — move as a group.
- Trade when you’re ahead; avoid trades when you’re behind.
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Common Mistakes
- Ignoring a forced capture and losing a piece for free.
- Leaving pieces separated (easy to pick off).
- Trading into a losing king endgame.
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Quick Tips
Scan for jumps every turn.
Protect the center — it gives mobility.
Make kings — kings win endgames.
Don’t rush — timing matters.
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