Item: Checkers Premium
Rating: 84
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

84/100

Checkers Premium by Optime is the gold standard for anyone looking for a digital version of this classic game. What sets it apart is the 'Martin Fierz' AI engine. Many checkers apps have predictable or weak AI, but this one provides a genuine challenge that feels like playing against a skilled human. It is surprisingly strategic, and even at higher levels, it rarely makes a blunder.

The game also features excellent turn-based multiplayer via Game Center, allowing you to play against friends asynchronously. Visually, it’s clean and professional, with high-res artwork that looks great on modern displays. One small point of contention among users is the 'Forced Jump' rule, which is standard in checkers but can be toggled in the settings if you prefer a more casual experience. For a simple board game, the production value here is top-notch.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

294841947

$4.99 4+★4.5 1276 reviews

Author : Optime Software LLC

Pubish Date : Tue Oct 28 2008

Last Update Date : Fri Jul 21 2023

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 3.25Fri Jul 21 2023

• Minor bug fixes
The #1 Checkers app for iOS just got better. Play against your Game Center friends or random opponents using our new turn-based multiplayer feature!
Checkers Premium supports both 1 player and 2 player gameplay, so you can play against friends or test your skills against a challenging computer opponent.
Our new turn-based network play feature allows you to play up to 16 simultaneous network games against your Game Center friends or random network opponents over Wi-Fi or 3G.
Checkers Premium includes a host of exciting features, including:
* Great graphics and awesome sound effects
* Configurable player names and score tracking
* Outstanding AI engine provided by renowned AI researcher Martin Fierz
* Fully configurable 1 player difficulty level
* Undo function
* Option to enable / disable forced captures
* Automatic save when you exit the app
Checkers Premium currently plays according to American Checkers / English Draughts rules.
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
The #1 Checkers app for iOS just got better. Play against your Game Center friends or random opponents using our new turn-based multiplayer feature!
Checkers Premium supports both 1 player and 2 player gameplay, so you can play against friends or test your skills against a challenging computer opponent.
Our new turn-based network play feature allows you to play up to 16 simultaneous network games against your Game Center friends or random network opponents over Wi-Fi or 3G.
Checkers Premium includes a host of exciting features, including:
* Great graphics and awesome sound effects
* Configurable player names and score tracking
* Outstanding AI engine provided by renowned AI researcher Martin Fierz
* Fully configurable 1 player difficulty level
* Undo function
* Option to enable / disable forced captures
* Automatic save when you exit the app
Checkers Premium currently plays according to American Checkers / English Draughts rules.

Ratings & Reviews

4.5 out of 5 with 1276 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Checkers Premium is a high-quality version of the classic board game, featuring a professional AI engine by Martin Fierz. Players can compete against the computer with fully configurable difficulty levels or challenge friends online using turn-based multiplayer. The app includes move undo, score tracking, and high-resolution artwork for a polished experience.