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Mine Chess
Free online chess. A little more adventure.

Real chess.
Your next
adventure.

Play chess against the computer or challenge your friends for free. Learn with helpful hints, beginner lessons and puzzles. Jump straight in.

Play free Challenge a friend
No account needed No download No timer
New to chess? Start with one move
Your board. Your adventure. Steve vs Creeper
Chess you know. Characters you love. Ready when you are
Make your next move

How will you play?

Find your challenge

Start an easy computer game now, or work your way up through six character opponents.

Play the computer

Bring a friend

Create a private room and share a link. Different devices, the same board.

Create a challenge

Share a board

Two players on one phone, tablet or computer. Perfect for playing side by side.

Start pass & play
Six rivals. Your own pace.

Meet your next opponent.

Explore adventure
Creeper First steps Zombie Easy Spider Developing Skeleton Challenging Wither Tough Ender Dragon Boss

Every opponent is available from the start. Follow the adventure for a guided route, or choose your own challenge.

Today’s puzzle

One small challenge.
One satisfying finish.

Black to move. Find checkmate in one .

Try today’s puzzle
A friendlier first game

New to chess?
You’re in the right place.

Learn a move, try it on the board, then use it in a game. Six short interactive lessons, without a wall of rules.

Take your first lesson
Good to know

A few answers before you play.

What is MineChess?

MineChess is a free, independent browser chess game with Minecraft-inspired character pieces. Play computer opponents, invite a friend, share one device or practise with puzzles and interactive lessons.

Do I need an account to play?

No. You can start a computer game, use the lessons or solve puzzles as a guest. Progress is stored in this browser. Signing in is optional and lets you sync completed activities to a private account.

Can I play on my phone or tablet?

Yes. MineChess is designed for modern phone, tablet and desktop browsers. Tap a piece, then a highlighted destination. There is also a classic-piece setting and keyboard support.

How do I challenge a friend?

Choose Challenge a friend, create a private room and share the invitation link. Your friend can join with a nickname, without a public profile. There is no open chat.

How do daily puzzles work?

A validated puzzle from the rotating collection is featured each day at 00:00 UTC. The puzzle explains whose turn it is, offers optional hints and plays the defending replies. Shared puzzle links remain available.

Is MineChess an official Minecraft game?

No. MineChess is an independent fan-made project. It is not an official Minecraft product and is not approved by or associated with Mojang or Microsoft.