ShadowBot Gaming
♟ NEW · Single Player
Chess vs. AI
Free · three difficulty levels · no login · mobile-friendly
AI (medium)
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You (White)
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Drag or tap
Drag a piece to move, or tap a piece then tap a destination square.
Right-click
Right-click + drag to draw arrows for planning multi-move tactics.
Promotion
Pawns reaching the back rank promote to Queen automatically.
Improve your chess
Use these beginner guides to turn each game against the computer into focused practice.
About Chess — ♟ Strategy classic
Play free online chess against a smart AI or invite a friend with a shareable link. Three difficulty levels, captured pieces tracker, move log, and hint button — no signup, no install, plays great on mobile.
How to play Chess
- Choose "vs AI" and pick a difficulty, or hit "Play a Friend" to create a multiplayer room.
- Drag your piece to a legal square — illegal moves are auto-rejected.
- Capture the opponent's king (checkmate) to win, or force a stalemate for a draw.
Tips & strategy
- Control the center with pawns and knights in the opening.
- Develop knights before bishops, castle early to protect your king.
- Always ask "what is my opponent threatening?" before moving.
FAQ
- Is this chess game free?
- Yes — completely free, no signup, no ads in the board itself.
- Can I play with a friend?
- Yes. Tap "Play a Friend", create a room, then send the link. Your friend joins instantly.