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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. Look at what changes after your first action. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. 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. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
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. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
A useful example
A legal check is wrong when it permits escape from the required mate. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.
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. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Common questions
As a new player, what is the goal of Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Here is the relevant explanation: Force checkmate in the stated number of moves.
When I return, how do I control Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Chess Tactics Puzzles?
The key detail is this: The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king.
While learning, 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 a quick reminder, which play mode does Chess Tactics Puzzles use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo training. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
