Pskov Checkers

In Pskov, masters once arranged the checkers on the board in an unusual way—not diagonally, but with the corners facing the players. This is how the game "Pskov Checkers" came to be, where there are more moves than meet the eye, and simple combinations quickly turn into a puzzle. They say the first games drew crowds of people, and now you’ll see for yourself. Players argued, laughed, and tried different moves to figure out which one was the most cunning. Over time, this board became a place where planning and dexterity come together. Play the new checkers and show what your logic is capable of in every move against your opponent.

How to play?

All squares are in play, and there are no traditional diagonals. The board comes in two sizes: large—61 squares, small—37 squares, with 24 or 13 checkers for each player. Regular checkers move forward in three directions and capture in all six. Capturing is mandatory, and a series must be completed. The king appears only in the opposite corner of the board and can move to distant squares. You can play against the computer, with a friend on the same device, or against an opponent online. You can also watch other people’s games and suggest moves to other players. The winner is the one who captures all of the opponent’s checkers. Each game opens up new strategic possibilities and requires careful attention, and the convenient board with its diagonal orientation makes moves not as simple as they seem at first glance. Choose the checkers you want to play with and defeat your opponents in every game. Good luck.