Pawn Promotion in Chess: Rules, Strategy, and When to Underpromote

Learn the rules of pawn promotion in chess – how to queen a pawn, when to underpromote, and what the best players do in real games.

Pawn promotion in chess — a pawn reaches the last rank and transforms into a queen

How to Set Up a Chess Board: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Setting up a chess board correctly takes less than a minute once you know the rules – but getting it wrong is more common than you’d think. A misplaced queen or a backwards board can confuse beginners and even experienced players who learned casually. This guide walks you through every step with clear diagrams so… Read: How to Set Up a Chess Board: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

How to set up a chess board — correct starting position with all pieces in place

What Is En Passant in Chess? Rules, Examples and How It Works

In chess, en passant is a special pawn capture that takes place when a pawn moves to a square directly beside an enemy pawn that has just advanced two squares, capturing it as if it had moved only one square (see visual explanation below). We understand if this is confusing to you. Let us explain!

En passant in chess — a pawn capturing another pawn that just moved two squares forward

How Do You Get Better at Chess (10 Practical Tips)

If you love playing chess just like we do, you will agree with us that chess isn’t just a game; it’s a lifestyle.  The ultimate showdown of intellect, planning, and strategy.  You’re not just pushing pawns; you’re orchestrating a symphony of moves, each one building upon the last.  From the thrill of executing a well-planned… Read: How Do You Get Better at Chess (10 Practical Tips)

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How to Play Chess: Rules, Pieces and First Steps

Learn how to play chess with this full guide. How chess pieces move, how to deliver checkmate, and more!

Chess Rules - How to Play Chess