VECTARCADE
VECTACHESS
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FULL GAMES · REAL RULES
VECTACHESS
ENTER play · ARROWS + ENTER move · U undo · ESC menu
PLAY THE COMPUTER
CHOOSE YOUR OPPONENT
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INVITE A FRIEND
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You play WHITE. Rematches swap sides.
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ⓘ HOW TO PLAY

How to play VECTACHESS

Real chess on a neon board: beat the computer, or invite a friend.

Goal: Checkmate the other king. Play the computer at four levels, or send a friend a link.

Controls: Touch: tap a piece, then a glowing dot (or drag it). Mouse or arrow keys + Enter work too.

How do you play VECTACHESS?

Checkmate the other king. Play the computer at four levels, or send a friend a link. Controls: Touch: tap a piece, then a glowing dot (or drag it). Mouse or arrow keys + Enter work too.

Is VECTACHESS free to play?

Yes. VECTACHESS runs free in your browser with no download, no install and no account — open the page and it starts.

Can I play VECTACHESS on a phone?

Yes — VECTACHESS has on-screen touch controls and is built to run at 60fps on a mid-range phone as well as on desktop.

How long does a game of VECTACHESS last?

A typical run takes around five to ten minutes. It suits medium sessions and plays intermediate, so it sits in the Challenge corner of the arcade.

What kind of game is VECTACHESS?

VECTACHESS is a board game in the VECTARCADE catalogue — vector-drawn, instant-play, and scored on a global leaderboard.