Beginner's Guide to Chess

The game of chess can be intimidating if you don’t know how to play. Start with the basics: learn the names of the pieces, how they move, and how they capture.

Now that you know what each chess piece is called, this lesson provides a brief overview of how each one can move and capture in various scenarios.

A solid chess opening can give one player an advantage for the rest of the game. Learn several principles for effective opening strategies in this tutorial.

When it comes to chess, strategy is all about how you use time, space, and force to defeat your opponent. Learn how to mate your opponent’s king with any piece.

Whether you're a beginner chess player or an old enthusiast that needs a review, try this strategy lesson addressing time, space, force, and pawn structure.