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Play Mini Chess Online

Play a compact 5×5 capture-the-king chess variant with reduced armies, familiar piece movement, pawn promotion, local play, and three AI levels. Play free with no account or download.

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How to play

Play a compact 5×5 capture-the-king chess variant with reduced armies, familiar piece movement, pawn promotion, local play, and three AI levels. Choose a difficulty, make your move, and use Restart whenever you want a fresh game.

Strategy tips

  • Use the smaller board to create threats quickly.
  • Pawns promote to queens when they reach the far rank.
  • This variant ends when a king is captured, so guard it directly.

FAQ

Is Mini Chess free?

Yes. It is free to play in your browser.

Do I need an account?

No account or email is required.