Men
Move one dark square diagonally forward.
International Draughts
International draughts on a 10 × 10 board. Move diagonally, jump to capture, and always take a capture when you can.
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Capture
Jump over an enemy to an empty square, forward or backward.
Compulsory capture
Choose the route that captures the most pieces.
Multiple jumps
Complete the entire capture sequence in one turn.
Promotion
Finish the whole move on the last rank to become a king.
Flying kings
Kings travel along diagonals in either direction.
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Board setup, special rules and winning conditions for International Draughts.
FMJD rules · 20 pieces per side. White starts. Choose the sequence capturing the greatest number of pieces.
A quick guide to International Draughts
Read the International Draughts rulesWhat is International Draughts?
International draughts uses a 10×10 board with 20 pieces per side, and White moves first. Capture is compulsory, men may capture backward, and you must choose a sequence taking the most pieces. Kings travel along diagonals. Draws: threefold repetition, 25 moves each with only kings moving and no capture, and limits of 16 or 5 moves each in endings against a lone king. This is the international game, rather than 8×8 English draughts.
Do you have to capture the most pieces in international draughts?
Yes. Capturing is compulsory, and when several captures are possible you must choose a sequence that takes the most pieces; kings and men count the same. Captured pieces are removed only after the whole sequence is complete.
Can a man capture backward in draughts?
Yes, in the international game played here. Men move only forward, one square diagonally, but they may capture both forward and backward. A man becomes a king only if it ends its whole move on the far row.
When is a game of international draughts drawn?
When the same position occurs for the third time with the same player to move; after 25 moves each with only kings moving and no capture; or when the 16- or 5-move limit runs out in an ending against a lone king. A final move that leaves the opponent without a move still wins.
How can I play with a friend?
Share one device for a local game, or choose the friend option above to create an online room and send its invitation. Online games need an internet connection. Local games are saved in this browser.
Play International Draughts on one deviceWhich rules apply here?
International draughts · FMJD 10 × 10. Read the setup, legal moves, special rules and end conditions before starting. The guide describes the variant used on ChessPlayX, including differences from other versions where relevant.
Read the International Draughts rulesCan I play against AI?
Choose AI mode to practice at your own pace. Start with a lower difficulty while learning the moves, then increase it when you can spot threats and plan your replies.