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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. Use the example below to understand a decision. Check the rule that explains your first action. Look at what changes after your first action.
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.
Review a difficult moment
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. 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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
A useful example
A legal check is wrong when it permits escape from the required mate. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Notice the change in the playing area.
Watch out for this
The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king. Check the rule before repeating the action. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
What is the goal of Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Force checkmate in the stated number of moves.
When I return, how do I control Chess Tactics Puzzles?
The key detail is this: Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Chess Tactics Puzzles?
For clarity: A legal check is wrong when it permits escape from the required mate.
On this playing page, 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.
As a new player, what format does Chess Tactics Puzzles offer?
The key detail is this: 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.
As a new player, which play mode does Chess Tactics Puzzles use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo training. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
