Overview

What is Checkers (by WildTangent)?

lets you play checkers against the computer through your Web browser.

In depth

A closer look at Checkers (by WildTangent)

Match your wits against your computer's in this version of the timeless, classic game of strategy and conquest. The object of the game is to either trap or capture your opponent's playing pieces. The game is played on an 8x8 board with alternating light and dark squares. You begin with 12 game pieces arrayed on the squares directly in front of you. Pieces must move forward along the diagonals.

When you "jump" an opponent's piece, it is captured and removed from play. An important point of strategy is that you must jump when given an opportunity. You can use this rule to manipulate your opponent into an uncomfortable position by sacrificing one of your pieces. You may also make multiple jumps by jumping several of your opponent's pieces in one turn. When a piece reaches the opposite side of the board, it is "crowned". Once a piece is crowned, it may move both forward and back along the diagonal, making it exceptionally powerful. The first player to either capture or immobilize (leave without a valid move) all the opponent's pieces is the winner.

Verdict

Should you download Checkers (by WildTangent)?

Checkers (by WildTangent) runs on Windows 95/98/Me and is available under the Freeware license — the installer is 801 KB. We’ve catalogued it under Checkers.

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