Zugzwang Puzzles: Free Interactive Chess Puzzles

40 free chess puzzles on "Zugzwang", rated from 1053 to 2775. The coach explains every mistake, and the puzzles adapt to your level.

Zugzwang: Put your opponent in a position where every move hurts.

Zugzwang: your opponent wishes they could pass, but must move, and every move makes things worse.

Common in king and pawn endgames. Sometimes a waiting move wins.

How to train this theme

  • Solve 5 puzzles a day, and take your time before every move.
  • Look for checks, captures and threats first.
  • Every puzzle you miss comes back in your review queue until you master it.

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