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Chess
HOTThe classic battle of minds
2 players
Chess on GameJar is free. Open the board and play in a few seconds, on your phone or on a computer.
Ways to play
- Play online. Match with someone who is looking for a game. Clocks: 1 min, 3 + 2, 5 min, 10 min.
- Play with a friend. Create a room and send the link on WhatsApp. Your friend joins in one tap.
- Play vs computer. Bot levels: Chintu (Beginner), Pinky (Easy), Raju (Medium), Professor (Hard), Guru-ji (Master).
- Pass & Play. Share one phone or one computer. Pass it to the other player on each turn.
How to play
- Chess is played on a board of 64 squares. White moves first, then the players take turns.
- Each piece moves in its own way. The goal is to checkmate the other king.
- You can also win if the other player resigns, leaves, or runs out of time.
- A game can end in a draw, for example by agreement or stalemate.
Questions
Is Chess free on GameJar?
Yes. Chess is free to play. There is no fee, no prize, and no real money.
Do I need an account?
No. GameJar keeps you as a guest in this browser. You can play right away.
Can I play with a friend on WhatsApp?
Yes. Create a room and share the link on WhatsApp. Your friend opens the link and joins the same board.
Can I play against the computer?
Yes. Choose Play vs computer and pick a level: Chintu, Pinky, Raju, Professor, or Guru-ji.
Does online chess have a clock?
Yes. Online games use a clock, such as 1 minute, 3+2, 5 minutes, or 10 minutes. A friend game can also use no timer.