From the archive · Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Chess Puzzle #5

Your opponent just made a mistake. Find the move that makes them pay.

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Thoughtful · 2 moves

Black to play

Find the move that wins material.

Watch your opponent's move…

Drag a piece, or tap it and then a square. Each puzzle comes from a real game where one side made a mistake; your job is to punish it.

Chess Puzzle #5 · Nectary