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How to play Chess Tactics Puzzles
Open Chess Tactics Puzzles, check the instructions and begin a round. Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. 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.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. The example below illustrates a decision.
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. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
A useful example
A legal check is wrong when it permits escape from the required mate. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Choose a deliberate next step.
Watch out for this
The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king. Check the rule before repeating the action. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Chess Tactics Puzzles?
The key detail is this: Force checkmate in the stated number of moves.
When I return, how do I control Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Keep this in mind: Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle.
While learning, what example helps explain Chess Tactics Puzzles?
The key detail is this: A legal check is wrong when it permits escape from the required mate.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Chess Tactics Puzzles?
The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king.
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.
Before I begin, 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.
