What is English Checkers?
English Checkers is a free card & board game with checkers and multiplayer elements that you can play online in your web browser on Gameziko. It needs no download, no install and no account. Immerse yourself in the exciting world of Checkers English, where every game is a test of your tactics and foresight!
How to play English Checkers
- Press "Play now" on the game screen. English Checkers loads inside the player; some games take up to 20 seconds and may show a short ad first.
- The beginning of the game.
- Select the mode: against the computer, online, or together on the same screen.
- Moves.
- A simple checker moves diagonally forward one square.
- The queen (king) can move back and forth one square.
- If your checker is next to the opponent's piece, and there is an empty square behind it, you must jump over and capture it.
- Use the full-screen button at the bottom right of the player for a bigger view, and press Esc to leave full screen.
Game details
| Category | Card & Board |
|---|---|
| Tags | checkers, multiplayer |
| Controls | Shown in the game |
| Screen | Landscape (800 × 600) |
| Price | Free |
| Download or sign-up | Not needed |
| Distributed by | GameDistribution |
| Added to Gameziko | 30 September 2026 |
Description from the developer
Immerse yourself in the exciting world of Checkers English, where every game is a test of your tactics and foresight! Also this game is known by name Draughts
English Checkers: frequently asked questions
Is English Checkers free to play?
Yes. English Checkers is free to play on Gameziko, with no download and no account needed. Like most free web games, it is funded by ads, so it may show a short ad before or between rounds.
What are the controls in English Checkers?
The developer's instructions for English Checkers say: "The beginning of the game. Select the mode: against the computer, online, or together on the same screen. Moves. A simple checker moves diagonally forward one square. The queen (king) can move back and forth one square. If your checker is next to the opponent's piece, and there is an empty square…"
Can I play English Checkers on a phone or tablet?
English Checkers is an HTML5 game, so it opens in modern mobile browsers as well as on a computer. Its controls were designed mainly for a mouse, so a computer usually gives the smoothest experience.
What games are similar to English Checkers?
If you like English Checkers, try Master Checkers, Master Checkers Multiplayer and Russian Checkers. They are card & board games with similar themes, and you can find more in the Card & Board category on Gameziko.
Good to know
English Checkers is made by an independent developer and delivered by GameDistribution, so Gameziko cannot change the game or recover lost progress. Any progress the game saves is kept in your browser on this device. If the game does not start, wait up to 20 seconds, allow ads for gameziko.com and try again, or report the game.