BOARD · STRATEGY · 2 PLAYERS
Checkers
Read the forced captures, chain jumps, and reach the back rank to crown a king. Capture every opposing piece—or leave your rival with nowhere to move.
PLAYER PROFILE
Choose your nickname
This is how other players will see you in rooms and during the game.
No account required. You can use the same nickname across every game.Men move one dark square diagonally forward. Reach the far edge to become a king that can move in both directions.
When a jump is available, you must take it. If the same piece can capture again, continue the jump sequence.
Win by taking every opposing piece or leaving no legal move. Threefold repetition and 40 moves without progress end in a draw.
Two-player capture strategy
About Checkers
American checkers is a two-player game of forced captures, chained jumps, and promotion. Advance diagonally, protect connected pieces, and reach the far edge to crown a king that can move in both directions.
Tips for a better game
- Keep your back row protected until you have a clear reason to open it.
- Because captures are mandatory, offer a piece only when the forced reply improves your position.