THE PLAYBOOK · FQ12349
Learn the rules of Chess Tactics Puzzles
Take a moment with Chess Tactics Puzzles before moving to another game. Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. 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.
Give this approach a try
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Keep the objective visible.
Your objective
Force checkmate in the stated number of moves. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
Work through the instructions
- Read the mate objective.
- Choose a legal attacking move.
- The defender replies automatically where another move is required.
- Finish the forced mating line.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. A new-round button replaces the current round.
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. Read the matching step again.
Pay attention to this rule
The objective is forced mate, not merely checking the king. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
If you are unsure
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Chess Tactics Puzzles?
Here is the relevant explanation: Force checkmate in the stated number of moves.
Before I begin, how do I control Chess Tactics Puzzles?
The key detail is this: Select pieces and targets; use Hint or New puzzle.
When I return, what example helps explain Chess Tactics Puzzles?
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.
As a new player, what format does Chess Tactics Puzzles offer?
Keep this in mind: 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?
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.