Free classic board game

Available for all standards of player, Chess Online matches you with opponents who could be anywhere in the world. Play in real time against real opponents and improve your chess skills. You can also watch others play.

Test yourself against chess players around the world

Whether you want to castle and play a defensive game or are more the sort of chess player who likes to occupy the center of the board with a series of pawn exchanges to establish your dominance, Chess Online will afford you the chance to hone your strategic ideas with real players. Multiple languages are supported for a truly global game environment. You can bet with virtual coinage on the outcomes of games and play people who are ranked closely to your ability so that your game steadily improves. The two-dimensional board layout is simple but effective. You can even play against yourself with a ticking clock to improve your decision making under pressure.

A stalemate?

Chess Online is a good choice for players who know the game well and who want an extra bit of excitement from gambling on game results. It is not a good choice for beginners, however.