Learn Chess
Beginner Basics
Learn the fundamental rules and basic tactics
How the Pieces Move
+25 XPLearn the unique movement patterns of each piece.
Playing with the Pieces
+25 XPSetup the board and understand turns and capture.
Points and Trades
+15 XPLearn the value of each piece and how to trade.
Notation
+10 XPUnderstand how to read and write chess moves.
Check, Checkmate, and Stalemate
+15 XPThe most important goal: attacking the King.
Your First Game
+50 XPPlay a guided game from start to finish.
Intermediate Strategy
Advanced tactics and positional understanding
Controlling the Center
+15 XPWhy the center squares are critical to victory.
Developing Your Pieces
+25 XPMobilize your army effectively in the opening.
Forks, Pins, and Skewers
+25 XPLearn the fundamental tactical motifs.
Delivering a Checkmate
+50 XPMaster common checkmating patterns.
Openings
Master the most popular opening lines
Openings Intro
+15 XPThe fundamental principles of the opening.
King's Pawn
+15 XPExplore the popular 1. e4 openings.
Queen's Pawn
+15 XPExplore the solid 1. d4 openings.
The Vienna
+50 XPA deep dive into the aggressive Vienna Game.
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Advanced Tactics
Complex combinations and tactical motifs
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Mastery
Complex strategies and endgame techniques
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