Play Russian Draughts online in your browser on AllDayGame. This page explains how to start the game, controls, and frequently asked questions. Category: Boardgames.
About (summary)
Russian checkers/Draughts (Shashki or Russian shashki) is the most popular type of draughts played in Russia, Eastern Europe and Israel. The goal of the game is to capture all the opponent’s pieces or prevent him to make a move.
How to play
- The King can move diagonally to any free square, backward or forward. - If after capturing an enemy’s piece you still have an allowed a jumps move then you must continue the jump sequence (jump is mandatory). - The jump with a simple piece is done both forward and backward.
Game info
About this game
Russian checkers/Draughts (Shashki or Russian shashki) is the most popular type of draughts played in Russia, Eastern Europe and Israel. The goal of the game is to capture all the opponent’s pieces or prevent him to make a move.
How to play
- The King can move diagonally to any free square, backward or forward. - If after capturing an enemy’s piece you still have an allowed a jumps move then you must continue the jump sequence (jump is mandatory). - The jump with a simple piece is done both forward and backward.
Controls
Mouse / touch: point and click or drag as the game requests. Keyboard: WASD or arrow keys are common for movement; Esc often pauses or exits fullscreen. On mobile, use on-screen controls if the game provides them.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need to download anything?
- No. Games run in your browser via an embedded player. A stable internet connection helps.
- Is this game free?
- Yes — playing on AllDayGame is free for visitors. Optional accounts may exist for features like leaderboards.
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- Does it work on phones?
- Many games are mobile-friendly (compatibility varies by device; try on Wi‑Fi). If performance is low, close background tabs.
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