You play White
You play White • Lightweight computer AI • Ctrl/Cmd+Z also undoes your last turn
Free Chess Online
Play a quick game of chess against the computer, right in your browser. No download, no account and no fuss.
Play chess against the computer
Start immediately with no sign-up or download. This lightweight browser version is designed for a quick game, with legal-move highlighting and a simple computer opponent.
How to play chess
Move one piece at a time and protect your king. The aim is checkmate: attack the opposing king so it has no legal escape. Pawns, knights, bishops, rooks, queens and kings each move differently.
Special chess moves
Castling and en passant are supported. Pawns that reach the far side are promoted automatically to a queen in this quick browser version.
Free online chess FAQ
Is this chess game free?
Yes. You can play as many browser games as you like without creating an account.
Can I undo a move?
Yes. Undo restores your previous turn so you can try a different move.
Do I need to download anything?
No. The game runs directly in a modern web browser on desktop, tablet or mobile.
Where can I play against stronger AI?
Warrior Chess is the full After Dark Studios chess game, with 50 AI difficulty settings and detailed 3D boards and environments.
Warrior Chess
Want a stronger opponent?
Warrior Chess takes chess much further with 50 AI difficulty settings, 10 fully rendered 3D locations, move hints, timed games and an interactive camera.
Discover Warrior Chess