Russian checkers/Draughts (Shashki or Russian shashki) is the most popular type of draughts played in Russia, Eastern Europe and Israel. The goal of the game is to capture all the opponent’s pieces or prevent him to make a move.
- The King can move diagonally to any free square, backward or forward.
- If after capturing an enemy’s piece you still have an allowed a jumps move then you must continue the jump sequence (jump is mandatory).
- The jump with a simple piece is done both forward and backward.
How to play Russian Draughts
Russian Draughts is a classic board game that you can play for free, right in your browser. Russian checkers/Draughts (Shashki or Russian shashki) is the most popular type of draughts played in Russia, Eastern Europe and Israel. The goal of the game is to capture all the opponent’s pieces or prevent him to... No download and no sign-up are required - just press play and start having fun.
Controls
On a phone or tablet, simply tap and swipe on the screen, or use the on-screen buttons, to control the action. On a computer you can usually play with your mouse and the arrow keys or WASD.
Tips & tricks
Think like your opponent. Anticipating their next move is often more important than planning your own.
Why you'll love Russian Draughts
100% free - play as much as you want, no payment needed.
No download - runs instantly in your web browser.
Cross-device - playable on desktop, mobile and tablet.
Board fun - one of our most popular board titles.
Frequently asked questions
Is Russian Draughts free to play?
Yes. Russian Draughts is completely free to play on Woow Games. There are no fees and no in-app purchases required to enjoy the game.
Do I need to download or install Russian Draughts?
No. Russian Draughts runs directly in your browser. There is nothing to download or install - just open the page and click play.
Can I play Russian Draughts on mobile?
Yes, Russian Draughts works on phones and tablets as well as on desktop and laptop computers.
Is Russian Draughts safe for kids?
Russian Draughts is family-friendly and suitable for players of all ages.
