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Learn Xiangqi: free guides from rules to checkmate
Everything you need to go from complete beginner to confident player. Read the guides in order, and practise each idea in a real game.
Start here
- Xiangqi rules: how to play Chinese chess – the board, every piece, check, checkmate and draws.
- Xiangqi vs chess: 10 key differences – the quickest route in if you already play chess.
Improve your play
- Xiangqi openings for beginners – Central Cannon, Screen Horses and four more.
- 10 strategy tips to win more games – piece values, cannon screens, endgames.
- 7 checkmate patterns every player should know.
Practise
- Play against the computer – five AI levels, hints and undo.
- Play online – ELO-rated games against real players.