Can two people play?
Yes. Select Local two-player mode.
Checkers
How to play Checkers
- Tap one of your pieces, then tap a highlighted destination.
- Regular pieces move diagonally forward; kings move both ways.
- Capture every opposing piece or leave your opponent without a legal move.
Rules
- This game uses American Checkers on an 8 by 8 board.
- Captures are mandatory and multiple jumps continue in the same turn.
- A piece reaching the far row becomes a king.
Strategy tips
- Keep a balanced formation and protect your back row.
- Look beyond the first capture in a jump sequence.
- Trade pieces when ahead and seek kings when behind.
Frequently asked questions
Are captures required?
Yes. The game highlights legal captures when one exists.
What rules are used?
The game follows American Checkers rules.
Are results saved?
Your settings and computer-match results stay in this browser.