Philos Chessboard Helsinki field

Chess is an exciting strategy game for two players.

Two players sit opposite each other and take turns moving the chess pieces on the board. The objective of the game is to checkmate the opponent, meaning that the opposing king cannot defend itself or escape.

The game board consists of 64 squares, alternating black and white. There are a total of 32 chess pieces, 16 white and 16 black, on the chessboard. Each player has the following pieces available: eight pawns, two rooks, two knights, two bishops, one queen, and one king. Each piece has its own way of moving.

Chess has simple rules, is not hard to learn, and one can quickly start playing. Nevertheless, chess is very versatile, complex, and challenging.

Chess offers many benefits. Through chess, one learns how to win and lose. Chess trains the brain, is good for concentration and creativity. Playing chess fosters self-confidence and problem-solving skills.

Chess is known worldwide, recognized as a sport, and simply fun.

Age recommendation: from 6 years
Number of players: 2
Contents: chessboard
Material: maple, MDF
Playing time: 10 min.