What is Mate in Chess?
Mate in Chess is a free card & board game with chess, logic and relaxing elements that you can play online in your web browser on Gameziko. It needs no download, no install and no account. Solve clever chess-inspired puzzles with simple controls and satisfying logic.
How to play Mate in Chess
- Press "Play now" on the game screen. Mate in Chess loads inside the player; some games take up to 20 seconds and may show a short ad first.
- Tap a piece to select it.
- Choose where to move according to its movement rules.
- Plan your moves before acting.
- Use the board position to trap the king or complete the level goal.
- Solve each puzzle with the best strategy and move to the next challenge.
- 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 | chess, logic, relaxing |
| Controls | Touch (tap or swipe) |
| 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
Solve clever chess-inspired puzzles with simple controls and satisfying logic. Think ahead, move pieces correctly, trap the king, and complete each level in the best possible way. Every stage is a small brain teaser where one smart move can change everything. The rules are easy to understand, but each new puzzle becomes more interesting as you learn to plan combinations, avoid mistakes, and find the winning solution.
Mate in Chess: frequently asked questions
Is Mate in Chess free to play?
Yes. Mate in Chess 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 Mate in Chess?
The developer's instructions for Mate in Chess say: "Tap a piece to select it. Choose where to move according to its movement rules. Plan your moves before acting. Use the board position to trap the king or complete the level goal. Solve each puzzle with the best strategy and move to the next challenge."
Can I play Mate in Chess on a phone or tablet?
Yes. Mate in Chess supports touch controls, so it works in the browser on Android phones, iPhones and tablets as well as on a computer.
What games are similar to Mate in Chess?
If you like Mate in Chess, try Puzzle Solitaire Picture Match, Dungeon Chess and Elite Chess. They are card & board games with similar themes, and you can find more in the Card & Board category on Gameziko.
Good to know
Mate in Chess 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.