International Draughts might seem intimidating at first glance — 10×10 board, 20 pieces, flying kings, maximum capture. But the truth is that the basic rules are as simple as regular checkers: move diagonally, capture by jumping. The advanced rules add excitement and strategic depth that make the game endlessly engaging. For beginners, the most important thing is to start playing. Our Easy AI provides a gentle introduction, making mistakes that create opportunities for you to practice captures and king promotion. The visual move highlighting system shows exactly which moves are legal, teaching you the rules through gameplay rather than requiring you to memorize them beforehand. International Draughts is popular worldwide, particularly in Europe and Africa. By learning the game, you join a global community of millions of players. As your skills develop, you can challenge our harder AI opponents, play against friends online, or try your skills against random opponents through matchmaking.
About This Game
New to International Draughts? Welcome to the most exciting member of the checkers family. Played on a 10×10 board with flying kings and the maximum capture rule, draughts offers incredible strategic depth wrapped in simple rules. Our Easy AI and visual move highlighting make learning natural and enjoyable. You will be playing your first game within minutes.
How to Play
International Draughts uses a 10×10 board with 20 pieces per player. Pieces start on the dark squares of your closest four rows. Move pieces diagonally forward, one square at a time. Capture enemy pieces by jumping over them. Must-know rules: 1) Captures are mandatory. 2) When multiple captures are possible, you must take the sequence that captures the most pieces. 3) When a piece reaches the far row, it becomes a flying king that can move any distance diagonally. Start with Easy AI — it will make mistakes to help you learn without frustration.
Strategy Tips
- 1Focus on learning the rules for your first few games. Winning comes later.
- 2Watch the move highlighting carefully — it teaches you when captures are available and which sequences are required.
- 3Try to get at least one king early. Flying kings are extremely powerful and can dominate the board.
- 4Don't rush all your pieces forward. Keep some back for defense.
- 5Losing is part of learning. Each game teaches you something new about draughts.
Features
- Beginner-friendly Easy AI
- Visual move highlighting
- Automatic rule enforcement
- Flying king demonstration
- No time limits for learning
- Free unlimited practice
In-Depth Guide
Benefits
- Simple core rules make the game accessible to everyone
- Visual learning through move highlighting eliminates confusion
- Easy AI provides appropriately gentle challenge
- Join a global community of draughts enthusiasts
- Develop strategic thinking through an engaging game
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