Dive into the classic world of Checkers (also known as shashki, draughts, or dama) with our online platform, designed to bring you the thrill of the game right to your fingertips. Whether you're a fan of the strategic depth of International 10×10 or the traditional charm of Russian 8×8, our Checkers Online app has you covered. Here's what you can expect:
- **Engage in Online Tournaments:** Test your skills against players from around the globe in competitive online tournaments.
- **Earn Free Credits:** Log in multiple times a day to claim your free credits and keep the game going without spending a dime.
- **Real-Time Multiplayer:** Only play against live opponents for a true test of your checkers prowess.
- **Offer a Draw:** If the game seems headed for a stalemate, you have the option to propose a draw to your opponent.
- **Russian Checkers 8×8:** Experience the classic rules where white starts, pieces move on dark squares, and capturing is mandatory. Kings have extended movement and capturing capabilities, and the Turkish strike rule applies.
- **International Checkers 10×10:** Dive into the larger board with similar rules but with the majority rule for capturing, ensuring you take the most pieces possible when multiple captures are available.
- **User-Friendly Interface:** Enjoy a clean, minimalistic design that makes navigating the game a breeze.
- **Flexible Orientation:** Switch between horizontal and vertical screen orientations during play for your comfort.
- **Private Games:** Set up closed games with passwords and invite friends for a more personal gaming experience.
- **Replay Feature:** Enjoy the chance to replay games with the same opponents to refine your strategies.
- **Account Integration:** Link your account to Google to ensure you never lose your progress or credits.
- **Social Features:** Connect with friends, chat, use emoticons, and track your achievements on leaderboards.
Russian Checkers 8×8 Rules
In Russian checkers, white initiates the game, and all pieces move on dark squares. Capturing is mandatory and can be done both forward and backward. Kings have the freedom to move and capture along any diagonal. The Turkish strike rule limits capturing to one piece per move. If multiple captures are possible, you can choose any. A piece reaching the opponent's edge becomes a king and can immediately act as one if a move is available.
A draw is declared under specific conditions, such as when a player with multiple pieces and kings cannot capture an opponent's lone king within a set number of moves, or if the game reaches a stalemate with repeated positions or moves.
International Checkers 10×10 Rules
Similar to Russian checkers, International checkers start with white, and pieces move on dark squares with mandatory capturing in both directions. Kings have extensive diagonal movement and capturing. The Turkish strike rule applies, but the majority rule dictates that you must capture the maximum number of pieces if multiple captures are possible. A piece reaching the opponent's edge during a capture continues as a regular piece, but if it reaches the edge by a regular move, it becomes a king and stops, playing as a king on its next turn.
What's New in Version 1.3.6
Last updated on Aug 27, 2024, this version brings:
- Improved connection stability for smoother gameplay.
- Updated internal modules to enhance performance.
- Minor bug fixes to ensure a seamless experience.