Item: Checkers
Rating: 85
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

85/100

This edition of Checkers is a masterclass in focused, traditional board game design. It avoids the clutter of modern 'arcade' versions of the game, opting instead for a polished, professional aesthetic that feels like playing on a high-end wooden board. The touch controls are pixel-perfect; pieces slide and snap into place with a satisfying tactile response that mimics the physical weight of a real checkers piece.

The AI is the standout feature here. It scales brilliantly from 'Beginner'—perfect for teaching a child the rules—to 'Expert' mode, which will challenge even veteran tournament players. The inclusion of a two-player local mode turns any iPad or iPhone into a portable board for settling scores with friends. It’s a reliable, ad-light, and visually elegant version of the classic game that proves you don't need gimmicks when the core gameplay is this well-executed.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

Dinsun Review

I don't know what you want me to say about Checkers. It’s been around for centuries. This app does the job of letting you play it, but it does so with the bare minimum of effort. The 'different board styles' are just color swaps. The AI at the highest level is beatable if you know the basic patterns, which means it’s not particularly challenging for a seasoned player.

The 2-player mode is 'pass and play,' which is fine, but there's no online matchmaking in this specific version. It’s a utility app dressed as a game. It works, it doesn't crash, but it also doesn't inspire. If you're 40 and you're bored in a waiting room, maybe it'll kill ten minutes. But you can find better versions for free.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Clean, ad-free experience (usually)
Functional AI for casual play
Simple pass-and-play mode

Extremely barebones presentation
No online multiplayer
Limited difficulty ceiling for experts

Technical Report

Performance: Flawless performance due to lack of any demanding assets.

Accessibility:

Audience Fit

Buy if: You absolutely must play Checkers right now and have no other options.

Skip if: You want a modern board game experience or online play.

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Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun
Hardware: iPhone 15
Playtime: 1 hours
Status: Beat Hard AI

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

321026028

Free4+★4.7 84136 reviews

Author : Vintolo Ltd

Pubish Date : Sat Oct 03 2015

Last Update Date : Tue Oct 24 2023

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 6.0Tue Oct 24 2023

Fixed bug that caused crashes when two different multi-jump moves are available.
Fixed bug that prevented to choose shortest jump move.
Checkers (also called "Draughts") is challenging board game that is easy to learn but hard to master. The rules are simple: capture all enemy pieces and win the game! You can play with family and friends or against computer opponent with different difficulty levels.
Game features:
- 1 player or 2 player gameplay
- 5 levels of the difficulty
- HD graphics for iPhone X and iPad with retina display
- ability to undo wrong move
- option to enable or disable forced captures
- quick response time
- animated moves
- easy to use interface design
- auto-save when exit or phone ring
- six themes for board and pieces
- piece moving hint
- compatible with iPod, iPhone and iPad
- view captured pieces
- ability to listen music in background
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Checkers (also called "Draughts") is challenging board game that is easy to learn but hard to master. The rules are simple: capture all enemy pieces and win the game! You can play with family and friends or against computer opponent with different difficulty levels.
Game features:
- 1 player or 2 player gameplay
- 5 levels of the difficulty
- HD graphics for iPhone X and iPad with retina display
- ability to undo wrong move
- option to enable or disable forced captures
- quick response time
- animated moves
- easy to use interface design
- auto-save when exit or phone ring
- six themes for board and pieces
- piece moving hint
- compatible with iPod, iPhone and iPad
- view captured pieces
- ability to listen music in background

Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5 with 84136 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Checkers (also known as Draughts) is a classic board game brought to life on your mobile device with stunning graphics and sophisticated gameplay. Challenge a world-class AI or play against a friend on a single screen. Choose from various board themes and piece styles to customize your experience. With features like move-highlighting, auto-saving, and a range of difficulty levels, this is the perfect way to enjoy the timeless game of strategy whether you are a beginner or a pro.

Features

Advanced AI with 5 levels of difficulty

Local 1 and 2 player game modes

Multiple board themes (Wood, Marble, Modern)

Move-undo and game-save functionality

Tips

Controlling the Center

In Checkers, the center of the board is the strongest position. Try to keep your pieces clustered in the middle squares to limit your opponent's movement and create opportunities for multiple jumps.

Promotion Videos

Checkers gameplay - YouTube

Gameplays

Setting Up for Kings

Sacrificing a single piece to reach the opponent's back row is often worth it. A King's ability to move backward changes the entire dynamic of the board and is the key to winning the endgame.

Q&A

Yes, by default, the game follows standard American/British rules which require you to take a jump if it's available, but this can be toggled in the settings.