Xiangqi Chinese Chess Duel

Played: 6 times.

Description

Engage in thrilling Xiangqi battles on a 9x10 board with intricate rules like the central river and strict palace boundaries. Play against AI, friends, or online opponents. Analyze moves as a spectator, and experience dynamic strategy as you outmaneuver your rival in this captivating Chinese chess duel.

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Instructions

🎮 How to Play

Xiangqi Chinese Chess Duel is a strategic battle where two players face off on a 9x10 grid, aiming to checkmate the opponent’s general ("Jiang"). Each piece moves uniquely—like the chariot (rook), cannon, and horse (knight)—with special rules like the central river dividing the board and the palace restricting the general’s movement. Start by placing pieces in their traditional positions, then take turns moving one piece per turn. Capture enemy pieces by landing on their square, but protect your general at all costs! The game ends when a general is in checkmate or stalemate occurs.

🕹️ Controls

• Mouse/Touchscreen: Click/tap a piece to select it, then click/tap a valid destination to move.
• Keyboard (Desktop): Use arrow keys to highlight pieces, press Enter to select, then arrow keys again to choose a move and confirm with Enter.
• Undo Move: Press "U" or tap the undo button (if enabled).
• Menu Options: Access settings, restart, or exit via on-screen buttons or ESC key.
• Mobile: Swipe to preview moves, tap to confirm. Pinch to zoom for better piece visibility.

🎯 Objectives

The primary goal is to checkmate your opponent’s general, rendering it unable to escape capture. Short-term tactics include controlling the center, protecting key pieces like advisors and elephants, and using cannons to jump-attack. Long-term strategy involves sacrificing weaker pieces to gain positional advantage. Stalemate results in a draw. Success hinges on foresight—anticipate threats, exploit openings, and adapt to your rival’s tactics while safeguarding your own general.

💡 Pro Tips

• 🎪 Master Piece Synergy: Combine chariots and cannons for lethal attacks—use cannons to hop over screens for surprise strikes.
• ⚡ Control the River: Horses and elephants can’t cross the river initially—use this to stage defenses or limit enemy mobility.
• 💰 Protect Advisors: These palace-bound pieces shield your general—losing them early weakens your defense.
• 🏆 Bait Traps: Sacrifice a pawn to lure the enemy general into a vulnerable position for checkmate.
• 📊 Analyze Moves: