Play Chess Against Computer Online

Challenge the powerful Stockfish AI with adjustable difficulty from beginner (800) to master (2400)

Status: Waiting to start
Turn: White

Game Controls

Move History

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Why Play Chess Online?

Improve Your Skills

Practice against different difficulty levels to gradually enhance your chess strategy, tactical vision, and endgame techniques.

Play Anytime

No need to wait for a human opponent. Our Stockfish chess engine is always ready for a game, day or night.

Track Your Progress

Export your games in PGN format to analyze your moves later and identify areas for improvement.

Brain Workout

Chess improves critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and concentration while being an entertaining strategic challenge.

How to Play Online Chess

1

Choose your difficulty level - Select from beginner (800) to master (2400) rating to match your skill level.

2

Select your color - Play as white (moves first) or black (computer moves first).

3

Make your moves - Click on a piece and then click on the square you want to move to. The computer will respond automatically.

4

Reset anytime - Click the "Reset Game" button to start over with the same settings.

5

Save your game - Use the "Export PGN" button to download your game for later review or analysis.

Tip: If you're new to chess, start with the beginner difficulty and gradually increase as you improve. Watch for check warnings and learn from the computer's moves to enhance your strategy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How strong is the chess computer?

Our chess AI uses the powerful Stockfish engine with adjustable difficulty levels ranging from 800 (beginner) to 2400 (master) rating. You can select your preferred challenge level using the difficulty dropdown.

Can I save my games?

Yes! You can export your games in PGN format using the "Export PGN" button. This allows you to review your games later or analyze them in chess analysis software.

How does the chess engine work?

This chess application uses Stockfish, one of the strongest open-source chess engines in the world. The engine calculates millions of possible positions to find the best move based on your selected difficulty level.

Can I play on mobile devices?

Yes, our chess game works on all devices including smartphones and tablets. The interface automatically adjusts to your screen size for the best playing experience.

Is it free to play?

Absolutely! This chess game is completely free to use with no limitations on the number of games you can play.