Crown Checkers

Brazilian Draughts

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Crown Checkers

Brazilian Draughts

Brazilian draughts is played on the same 8x8 board and starts from the same position as American checkers, but with stronger kings and sharper tactics. It is a popular step up for anyone who has outgrown the basic game.

More ways to play Crown Checkers

Crown CheckersBrazilianTurkish

How to play Brazilian Draughts

  1. Move a man diagonally forward one square on the dark squares. Each side starts with 12 men.
  2. Men can capture backward as well as forward, and captures are compulsory.
  3. You must always take the route that captures the most pieces, even if a shorter capture looks better.
  4. A man that reaches the far row becomes a king, and a king flies: it can move any distance along a diagonal and capture from afar.

Tips and strategy

  • Watch the maximum capture rule. Because you are forced to take the most pieces, you can set up a sacrifice that drags the opponent's men into a bad spot.
  • Kings are powerful, so try to crown first, but do not leave a lone king where it can be trapped on an open diagonal.
  • Keep your men together and your back row intact for as long as you can.
  • Back to the basics? Try the standard rules on the main Crown Checkers page, or go on to Turkish.

Brazilian Draughts FAQ

What is the difference between Brazilian draughts and American checkers?

The board and start position are the same. In Brazilian draughts kings fly, men capture backward and you must take the largest capture available, which makes it a much more tactical game.

Do I need to unlock Brazilian rules?

Not on this page. It opens the game straight into Brazilian rules against the computer, and you can change the level from the game menu.

Read the full Crown Checkers guide: rules, scoring and strategy ›

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