How to play Checkers online?
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Last reviewed March 1, 2026
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Quick Answer
Move pieces diagonally forward on dark squares. Jump over opponent pieces to capture them. Reach the opposite end to king a piece. Capture all opponent pieces to win.
Detailed Answer
Checkers (also called Draughts) is played on an 8x8 board using only the dark squares. Regular pieces move diagonally forward one square. You capture opponent pieces by jumping over them diagonally. Multiple jumps are allowed in a single turn if available. When a piece reaches the opponent's back row, it becomes a king that can move both forward and backward. You win by capturing all opponent pieces or blocking them so they cannot move. Always try to control the center of the board.