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Checkers Arena

English 8x8 rules, mandatory jump sequences, 2-layer and 3-layer formations, and offline Minimax AI.

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Checkers Rating
1200 Elo

⚡ Instant Matchmaking

● Live Pairing

⚡ Quick Play

Instant Game
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Play Offline Bot

Test your trapping and multi-jump strategies against calibrated Minimax AI bots. Completely offline!

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Create Challenge

Create 2-layer or 3-layer matches, custom timers or casual untimed boards for club members.

📖 Checkers Variants & Rules

3-Layer Formation (Standard 24-Piece)

Classic 12 pieces per player filling the first 3 rows. Strategic board development with complex king endings.

2-Layer Formation (Fast 16-Piece)

Fast-action 8 pieces per player filling only the first 2 rows. Immediate engagements and rapid king crowns.

Mandatory Captures & Flying Kings

If a jump is available, it must be taken. Multi-jumps must be completed before turn passes. Kings move in all 4 diagonal directions.