A daily chess puzzle, and a streak to chase
Every position has one best move. Find it, and the next puzzle is a little harder. Three misses end the run. The Daily Board gives everyone the same puzzles once a day.
Free · plays in your browser · nothing to install
How to play
- Look at the position: it's your move.
- Tap a piece, then the square it should go to.
- Each right move brings a new puzzle; three misses end the run.
- Your score is how many positions you solved.
Why play it here
- Real puzzles from the Lichess open puzzle database, rated by difficulty.
- Runs start easy and climb, so beginners and strong players both get a real test.
- A Daily Board with a live leaderboard: one try, same puzzles for everyone.
- Send your run to a friend as a challenge.
Questions
Do I need an account?
No. Open it and play, in any browser.
Where do the puzzles come from?
From the Lichess open puzzle database, which is public domain.
How is the Daily Board ranked?
By positions solved; an equal run goes to the lower total solve time. Hints aren't allowed on the Daily Board.
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