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Checkers 3D: Royal Battle

Checkers 3D: Royal Battle brings classic checkers to life in a thrilling medieval fantasy setting. Instead of ordinary pieces, animated warriors clash on the board: knights, mages, and dark lords.

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About this game

Beautiful 3D graphics transport you to a sun-drenched meadow where an epic battle of minds unfolds. Every piece is an animated warrior that attacks, defends, and transforms into a mighty king with a golden crown upon reaching the last row. Test your skill against 5 unique opponents: from the humble Order Knight to the fearsome Dark Lord. Each rival has their own personality, playstyle, and battle quotes. With every level, the AI calculates more moves ahead — can you defeat the Lord of Shadows? Full Russian checkers rules: mandatory captures, backward captures, and flying kings. Perfect for both beginners and experienced players alike.

How to play

The goal is to capture all enemy pieces or leave them with no available moves. Choose an opponent from 5 difficulty levels and start the match. You play as white pieces (bottom rows), the computer plays black. Controls: Click on your piece — available moves appear (green squares) Click on a green square — your piece moves there If a capture is available — it is mandatory Russian Checkers Rules: Regular pieces move diagonally forward one square Captures are possible both forward and backward by jumping over an opponent's piece Chain captures: if another capture is possible after jumping, you must continue When a piece reaches the last row, it becomes a King — it can move any number of squares diagonally The Surrender button allows you to end the game early. After the game, you can choose a rematch or return to the menu.

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