How does Turkish draughts differ from regular checkers?

Moves and captures are horizontal and vertical, not diagonal, and the starting arrangement is different.

How many pieces does each player have?

16, placed on the second and third rows of a 64-square board.

Can I play on one device with a friend?

Yes. The description lists play with another person on one device.

Turkish draughts

Board & Card 2 Player Puzzle & BoardWorks on mobile

Turkish draughts is a board game with a different movement rule from most checkers. Pieces move and capture horizontally and vertically instead of diagonally, and the starting setup is different too. On the 64-square board, each player places 16 pieces on the second and third rows.

You can play against the computer, against another person on the same device, or against an opponent online. The description also mentions that you can watch other players as a spectator or suggest a move to a player by making it on the board.

For two people at one screen, take turns clicking your pieces. Since captures go in straight lines, check what your opponent can reach before you advance a piece. If you want to compare it with the diagonal version, try Checkers Legend.

How to play

Choose to play against another person on the same device.
Set up on the 64-square board with 16 pieces each on the second and third rows.
Take turns moving a piece horizontally or vertically.
Capture your opponent's pieces with straight-line captures.
Keep playing until one side has no moves left to make.

Tips

Look for straight-line captures for both sides before you move.
Do not move by habit from diagonal checkers.
Use the spectator and suggestion feature if a friend watches and wants to help.

Frequently asked questions

How does Turkish draughts differ from regular checkers?: Moves and captures are horizontal and vertical, not diagonal, and the starting arrangement is different.
How many pieces does each player have?: 16, placed on the second and third rows of a 64-square board.
Can I play on one device with a friend?: Yes. The description lists play with another person on one device.