All Game Rules

Checkers

2 players

Jump and capture all opponent pieces in English Draughts.

Objective

Capture all opponent pieces or leave them with no legal moves.

Game Phases

1Play30 sec/turn

Move or jump one piece per turn. Jumps are mandatory.

Available Actions

ActionWhenDescription
MoveYour turnMove a piece diagonally forward, or jump over an opponent piece to capture it.
ResignAny timeForfeit the game.

Scoring

Win: +25 rating. Lose: -15. Draw: +5.

Win Condition

Capture all opponent pieces, or leave them with no legal moves.

Special Rules

  • -Pieces move diagonally forward on dark squares only.
  • -Captures are MANDATORY — if you can jump, you must.
  • -Multi-jump: if you can jump again after a capture, you must continue.
  • -Reaching the opponent's back row promotes a piece to King.
  • -Kings can move and jump in all 4 diagonal directions.

Strategy Tips

  • *Keep pieces on back row as long as possible for defense.
  • *Try to get kings early — they're much more powerful.
  • *Force exchanges when you have more pieces.
  • *Control the center to limit your opponent's options.