Chess — simple, minimal

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Introduction

An interactive chess game, featuring drag-and-drop piece movement, turn-based gameplay, and real-time game state management. Experience classic chess with a sleek, responsive interface that works seamlessly across all devices.

Tech stack

Built with technologies for optimal performance and user experience:

  • dnd kit — Drag and drop library providing smooth, accessible piece movement across all devices
  • @chessire/pieces — Beautiful, scalable SVG chess piece icons with consistent styling
  • React Context API — Centralized state management for game logic, move validation, and turn tracking

Missing features

This implementation covers core chess mechanics, but several advanced features are planned for future releases:

  • Special moves — En passant capture, castling (kingside and queenside), and pawn promotion
  • Game endings — Checkmate detection, stalemate recognition, and automatic game termination when timer expires
  • Draw conditions — Threefold repetition rule, fifty-move rule, and insufficient material detection
  • Advanced features — Move history with algebraic notation, game replay functionality, and position analysis
  • User experience — Move highlighting, and last move indicators
  • Multiplayer — Online multiplayer support with real-time synchronization