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<game>
  <title>Classic Checkers</title>
  <slug>classic-checkers</slug>
  <short-desc>Enjoy a timeless game of Classic Checkers. Challenge a friend in this two-player board game, featuring smooth controls and a clean, responsive design.</short-desc>
  <categories>
    <category>Board</category>
    <category>Strategy</category>
    <category>Two Player</category>
  </categories>
  <keywords>checkers, draughts, board game, strategy game, 2 player game, hot-seat, classic game, browser game, checkers online, damas</keywords>
  <content>
# About Classic Checkers

Classic Checkers is a digital version of the beloved strategy board game, also known as Draughts. This version, built with HTML5 and JavaScript, offers a clean, modern, and responsive interface for a seamless gameplay experience. The game is designed for two players to compete against each other on the same device in a "hot-seat" mode.

The objective is simple yet requires deep strategy: capture all of your opponent's pieces or block them so they have no legal moves left. The game features standard rules, including mandatory jumps and the promotion of pieces to "Kings" when they reach the opponent's back row. With clear visual cues for active players and valid moves, it's easy for both beginners and veterans to jump right in and enjoy a match.

## How to Play

The game follows the standard American Checkers rules on an 8x8 board.

- **Objective:** Win the game by capturing all of the opponent's pieces or by blocking them from making any valid moves.
- **Movement:** Regular pieces (men) can only move one diagonal step forward into an unoccupied dark square.
- **Capturing:** To capture an opponent's piece, you must jump over it diagonally into the empty square immediately beyond it. If a capture is available, it is mandatory. Multiple jumps can be chained together in a single turn if the opportunity arises.
- **Promotion:** When one of your pieces reaches the last row on the opponent's side of the board, it is promoted to a "King." Kings are marked with a crown symbol.
- **Kings:** Kings are powerful pieces that can move and capture both diagonally forwards and diagonally backwards, giving them control over the entire board.

## Features

- **Classic Two-Player Action:** Play against a friend on the same device in this engaging hot-seat multiplayer board game.
- **Responsive Design:** Enjoy a seamless experience on any device, from desktop to mobile, with a board that automatically adapts to your screen size.
- **Intuitive Interface:** Clear visuals, turn indicators, piece counters, and highlighted valid moves make gameplay easy to follow.
- **Forced Capture Rule:** The game correctly implements the mandatory jump rule, adding a crucial layer of strategic depth.

## Controls

The game is controlled entirely with a mouse or by tapping on a touch screen.

- **Select a Piece:** Click or tap on one of your pieces (Red or Black) when it's your turn.
- **Make a Move:** Once a piece is selected, all of its valid moves will be highlighted. Click or tap on a highlighted square to move your piece there.

## Tips & Strategies

- **Control the Center:** Occupying the central squares of the board gives you more mobility and options.
- **Keep Your Back Row:** Avoid moving the pieces in your home row (the row closest to you) unless necessary. This prevents your opponent from easily getting Kings.
- **Set Up Sacrifices:** Sometimes, it's wise to sacrifice one of your pieces to set up a multi-jump for another piece on your next turn. This can quickly turn the tide of the game.
  </content>
  <faq>
    <question>How do I save my progress in the game?</question>
    <answer>This game does not save progress between sessions. Each match is played in a single session. You can start a new game at any time by clicking the "Play Again" button after a game ends.</answer>
    
    <question>Can I play this game on mobile devices?</question>
    <answer>Yes, this game is fully responsive and designed to work perfectly on mobile phones and tablets directly in your web browser.</answer>
    
    <question>Is this game free to play?</question>
    <answer>Yes, the game is completely free to play in your browser.</answer>
  </faq>
  <specifications>
    <multiplayer>false</multiplayer>
  </specifications>
</game>

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