Chess

About Chess

Full chess against the computer with legal moves highlighted. Perfect for learning openings or testing a new strategy.

Chess sits in our Board & Classic collection on WeiNing Games. Like every game here it runs in the browser using HTML5, so there is nothing to install and nothing to wait for — open the page, tap play and you are in. Sessions are short enough for a break between classes or a commute, but the better you get, the more there is to chase.

How to play Chess

Click a piece to see its legal moves, then click a highlighted square to move. The goal is to checkmate the opponent's king.

• Desktop: mouse and keyboard — click, drag or use the arrow keys.
• Mobile & tablet: tap, swipe or tilt depending on the title.
• Progress: most games save your best score or level on the device, so you can come back later.

Tips and tricks for Chess

• Control the centre of the board; central pieces have more legal moves.
• Think about your opponent's best reply before you make your move.
• Do not rush trades — count the pieces before you commit.

Why play Chess on WeiNing Games

• Completely free — no subscription, no credit card, no account.
• No download — it loads in your browser in seconds, even on mobile data.
• Works everywhere — Android, iPhone, tablet, laptop and desktop PC.
• Safe to open — we test each title so it loads properly before it goes live.

More Board & Classic games to try

If you enjoy Chess, browse the rest of our Board & Classic games or head to the full catalogue to see everything that is playable right now. New titles are added every week, so it is worth checking back.