Master Checkers

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Master Checkers is the classic board game of checkers, also known as draughts, free in your browser. Move your pieces diagonally, jump over your opponent's pieces to capture them and reach the far side of the board to crown a king. Play against the computer, against a friend on the same device or online against other players. It works on computers and tablets.

Genre: Board, Strategy, Checkers  |  Price: Free

The full name of this version is Master Checkers Multiplayer. It even lets you switch between different rule sets, so you can play the way you are used to.

The Rules of Checkers

• Pieces move one square diagonally forward.
• Capture by jumping over an opponent's piece into an empty square.
• If you can capture, you usually must capture.
• You win by capturing all pieces or blocking every move.

Controls

Action	PC / Chromebook	iPad / tablet
Move a piece	Click the piece, then the square	Tap the piece, then the square

Game Modes

• Single player: play against the computer.
• 2 players: take turns on the same computer or tablet.
• Multiplayer: play online against real people.

You can also change the rules to match different national versions of the game.

Crowning Kings

When one of your pieces reaches the last row on the other side, it becomes a king. Kings are much stronger because they can move diagonally both forward and backward. Getting a king early often decides the game.

Tips to Win More Games

• Keep your back row filled as long as you can to stop enemy kings.
• Control the centre of the board.
• Move pieces in pairs so they protect each other.
• Look for double jumps to capture several pieces at once.

Why Checkers Is a Classic

Checkers has simple rules that anyone can learn in a minute, but it rewards careful thinking. It is a great introduction to strategy games and a perfect game to play with family. Having a computer opponent and online play means you always have someone to play against.

Once you are comfortable, try the online mode to test your skills against new opponents.

A Game With a Long History

Games like checkers have been played for hundreds of years, and different countries have their own rules, such as international, Italian or English checkers. The basic idea is always the same: move diagonally, jump to capture and try to crown kings. Learning one version makes it easy to enjoy the others, and this game lets you switch between rule sets.

Is Master Checkers Good for Kids?

Yes. It is a classic, non-violent board game. The online mode involves other players, so younger kids may prefer the computer or 2 player mode. More advice for families is on our Information for Parents page. For independent age ratings and reviews of games, parents can also visit Common Sense Media.

Games Like Master Checkers

More board games:

• Master Chess – play chess against the computer, a friend or online players.
• Ludo Legend – the classic dice race for 2 to 4 players.
• Ultimate Connect 4 – drop discs and connect four in a row before your opponent.

Find more games like this in our Card & Board Games, 2 Player Games and Multiplayer Games categories.

Master Checkers FAQ

Is Master Checkers free?

Yes. You can play Master Checkers free in your browser on Kizoo Games.

Can 2 players play?

Yes. Play together on the same device, or play online.

How do you capture pieces?

Jump diagonally over an opponent's piece into an empty square.

How do you get a king?

Move a piece all the way to the last row on the other side.

Is checkers the same as draughts?

Yes. Draughts is another name for checkers.