How to play Chess
Classic chess against the computer (5 levels), a friend on the same device, or Mate in 2 puzzles.
- Move: tap a piece then tap a highlighted square, or drag the piece. Dots show legal moves, rings show captures.
- All rules are supported: castling (not out of, through or into check), en passant, promotion (pick the piece), check, checkmate and stalemate.
- Draws: stalemate, 50-move rule, threefold repetition and insufficient material are detected automatically.
- Undo takes back your last move (and the computer's reply). Flip turns the board around.
- Your game is saved automatically — close the page and continue later.
Levels
Level 1 makes beginner mistakes, level 3 plays solid club chess, level 5 thinks longest and punishes every blunder.
Mate in 2 puzzles
Find the move that forces checkmate on your second move whatever the defender does. The computer answers your first move; then deliver mate. Hint shows the key move.
Tips
Develop knights and bishops early, castle to safety, and always check what your opponent's last move attacks.
About this chess vs computer
Play chess against the computer at several levels, with a friend, or solve mate-in-2 puzzles. Play Chess free in your browser on desktop, tablet or phone. It works offline once loaded — perfect for travel. Your progress and best scores are saved on your device. Popular searches: chess offline, chess puzzles, mate in 2.
Chess FAQ
Is Chess free to play?
Yes. Chess is completely free on GamesVora. There is nothing to download or install and you don't need an account.
Can I play Chess offline?
Yes. Once you have opened GamesVora while online, Chess is saved on your device and you can keep playing without an internet connection.
Does Chess work on mobile phones and tablets?
Yes. Chess works in any modern browser on Android phones, iPhones, iPads, tablets, laptops and desktop computers, with touch, mouse and keyboard controls.
Is my progress saved?
Your settings, best scores and statistics are saved in your browser on this device. Clearing your browser data will reset them.
What other games are like Chess?
If you enjoy Chess, try the other games in our Board Games collection — they are all free and work offline too.
