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Rules, controls and help for Chess Tactics Puzzles
Chess Tactics Puzzles gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Check the rule that explains your first action. 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.
Something to practise
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The challenge in front of you
Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Start with a deliberate move.
Follow these playing steps
- Read the mate objective.
- Choose a legal attacking move.
- The defender replies automatically where another move is required.
- Finish the forced mating line.
The controls to know
Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Follow the 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. Consider the next action carefully.
An important reminder
The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king. Check the rule before repeating the action. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Game-specific help
When I return, what is the goal of Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Here is the relevant explanation: Force checkmate in the stated number of moves.
While learning, how do I control Chess Tactics Puzzles?
For clarity: Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle.
While reading the Guide, 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?
Keep this in mind: The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king.
While reading the Guide, what format does Chess Tactics Puzzles offer?
For clarity: 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 mode on this page is Solo training. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.