This article was created with the AI assistant Claude and published by Peter Hoenig.
Draughts is quickly learned and yet surprisingly deep – the forced capture in particular compels you to think ahead. In the little collection of games among my tools there is 3D draughts against the computer, in its own spatial presentation. It runs in your browser and transmits nothing.
At a glance
- German rules: played on 8×8 with forced capture, backward and forward capture, multiple jumps and flying kings.
- Its own 3D presentation (WebGL) with illuminated pieces, cast shadows and a rotatable camera.
- Five difficulty levels from beginner to hard – its own game engine.
- Move hints, move list and take back – good for practising.
- Free and local: free of charge, free software, nothing leaves your browser.
How to play
You play against the computer. The possible moves are shown; where a capture is possible, forced capture applies. If a piece reaches the opponent's back row, it becomes a king and may continue to move and capture. With "take back" you take the last move back, and the camera can be rotated around the board.
In short
A complete draughts game with its own presentation and its own engine, free of charge as free software under the GPL: Open 3D draughts. If you would like to shape your tools and processes in your company so that they serve people, get in touch with me for a free initial consultation.
3D draughts is a game for entertainment and practice; the computer engine makes no claim to tournament strength.
Thinking further
You can find more on this topic under Ressourcen und Downloads – or talk to me directly in a free initial consultation.