By room code — 3 steps
- In “👥 With a friend” choose the time (1, 3+2, 5 or 10 minutes) and press “Create room”.
- Tell them the 4-character code or send the link on Telegram via “📋 Copy link”.
- Your friend opens the link or types the code into “Join”: the game starts with random colours.
A room-code game is an online game too: the result counts towards both players’ Elo.
On one device
The “👫 One device” button: White starts and you pass the phone or mouse to each other. No clock, ↩ Undo available, handy for teaching and playing with kids.
Tips for playing remotely
- If you chat while playing, take 10 minutes; for a fast game 3+2, where the increment saves you from flagging.
- After the game, “🔁 Rematch” swaps colours without creating a new room.
- If the connection drops, come back within 45 seconds and the game is still there; draw offers and resigning are available during the game.
How to start
- Press “Play”: the page opens and asks for a name. No password, e-mail or download.
- Choose a mode: ⚡ quick game (online opponent), 👥 with a friend (room code), 🤖 computer, 👫 one device.
- Tap a piece: green dots show the legal moves; tap the target square or drag the piece.
FAQ
My friend is in another city, can we play?
Yes, all you need is internet: send the link and they open it. The server puts you in the same room.
Can we both play from phones?
Yes, phones, tablets and desktops in any combination.
Can a stranger join with the code?
The code admits one opponent: the game starts with the first to join and the room closes. Send the code only to your friend.
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