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An introduction to playing 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. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Use the example below to understand a decision.
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.
Practice beyond the first move
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The purpose of your moves
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.
Start here and follow along
- Read the mate objective.
- Choose a legal attacking move.
- The defender replies automatically where another move is required.
- Finish the forced mating line.
How to use the controls
Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle. Read a button’s label before selecting it. A new-round button replaces the current round.
An example to follow
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. Verify the rule before continuing.
One detail worth checking
The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king. Compare the situation with the worked example. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
A few questions answered
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Force checkmate in the stated number of moves.
For my first round, how do I control Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Chess Tactics Puzzles?
A legal check is wrong when it permits escape from the required mate.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Keep this in mind: The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king.
For this browser game, 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?
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.