Chess Free - Échecs
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.