Chess Free - Échecs
How to Play
Introduction
Embark on the timeless journey of strategy and skill with Chess Free - Échecs, the classic board game now on Android. A game of wits and foresight, Chess challenges you to protect your King and checkmate your opponent's King, navigating a battlefield of 64 squares.
Step-by-Step Gameplay
- Setup: Arrange the pieces on the board according to the standard chess setup.
- Moves: Players take turns moving their pieces. Each piece has a unique way of moving across the board, as outlined in chess rules.
- Check: If a player's King is in danger of being captured, it is in check. The turn must result in the King being no longer in check.
- Checkmate: The game ends when a player's King is in check and there is no way to escape capture. The player in check loses.
Controls
In Chess Free - Échecs, control your moves with intuitive touch gestures:
- Drag: Select a piece and drag it to a new square.
- Drop: Release your finger to place the piece.
Tips
- Focus on controlling the center of the board to gain strategic advantage.
- Plan your moves several steps ahead to anticipate your opponent's responses.
- Remember the rules of each piece to make effective use of your army.
Enjoy the depth and challenge of Chess Free - Échecs, a game that rewards patience, foresight, and strategic brilliance.
FAQ
What are the pieces in Chess Free?
The game includes a King, Queen, Rooks, Knights, Bishops, and Pawns. Each player starts with 16 pieces, arranged on the board in specific starting positions.
How is the board set up in Chess Free?
The board starts with one player's pieces on the back row, and the other player's on the second row from the edge. The pieces are arranged in a specific order: Rook, Knight, Bishop, Queen, King, Bishop, Knight, Rook.
What is the objective of the game?
The goal is to checkmate the opponent's King. This is achieved by placing the King in a position where it can be captured on the next move, and there is no legal move the King can make to avoid capture.
How do pieces move in Chess Free?
Moves are made by dragging the piece to the desired square. Most pieces move in a straight line, while the Knight moves in an L-shape, and the King can move one square in any direction.
What is checkmate?
Checkmate is when the King is in a position to be captured (in check) and there is no legal move to escape capture. It ends the game and the player with the checkmate wins.