White to Play

Chess Puzzles / June 01, 2026

See the threats for your opponent and you and decide on the best course.

White to Play

Chess Puzzles / May 29, 2026

An ingenious mate in three. One editor a long time ago wrote, “We do not remember to have ever met with a more pleasing, accurate or difficult conception. The problem contains a number of tries, and the key is obscure ...Read More

White to Play

Chess Puzzles / May 27, 2026

Obviously, a rook move wins, but only one square gets a mate in three.

White to Play

Chess Puzzles / May 26, 2026

You can’t use the excuse that you don’t have enough material! It’s a mate in two. This is an old favorite of mine, especially for kids.

White to Play

Chess Puzzles / May 22, 2026

It’s a mate in ten! Before you despair about solving such a long problem, take a good look at White’s first move because it’s the key to the whole thing. Lots of fun!

White to Play

Chess Puzzles / May 20, 2026

A little light-hearted fun. White can mate, but in how many moves?