Classical Chess

Classical chess is a traditional form of the game played on an 8x8 board between two players, each controlling 16 pieces: pawns, rooks, knights, bishops, a queen, and a king. The objective is to checkmate the opponent's king, meaning it is under threat of capture with no legal moves to escape. Players alternate turns, employing strategy, tactics, and long-term planning. Classical chess typically features longer time controls—ranging from several minutes to hours—allowing deep analysis and thoughtful decision-making, distinguishing it from rapid or blitz formats. It emphasizes precision, positional understanding, and strategic mastery.