# Checkers ⊹ — Play Checkers in 3D or 2D

> A modern, free Checkers game with 2D/3D views, AI, and online multiplayer. (iPhone/iPad app by California Games LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkers/id1531212977 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [California Games LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1531207115)
- Category: Games, Education, Board, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.73/5 from 2,506 App Store ratings · 36 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 148 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-09-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkers/id1531212977/reviews.md

## What is Checkers ⊹?

Play the best free Checkers game. Whether you like a top down 2D view, or beautifully rendered 3D, this Checkers has you covered. Advanced AI, two player games, online play, and awesome themes enables you to play your way whether you are a beginner or a an expert. 

Completely free to play. No locked options, and free updates with even more content to come.

- Easy to play and learn. Great for both developing checkers strategy and improving your game skills.
- Play online with friends or against a competitive AI.
- Six difficulty levels with intelligent AI tuning. Great for novice or advanced players.
- Nine high quality custom boards to choose from. From classic to wood, stone to modern, and more.
- Two player local games. Challenge your friends and family to a game of checkers!
- Tons of customization options to suit your preferences.
- Board rotation, move hints, move timer.
- Relaxing jazz music compliments the gameplay.
- Free updates with new themes and features.

Leave those old looking checkers games behind, and step into the present with our modern take. We're sure you'll agree this is the best checkers available for mobile.

Download the best free Checkers now!


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## Key features

- 2D and 3D gameplay views
- Online multiplayer
- Advanced AI with 6 difficulty levels
- Local two-player mode
- Nine custom board themes
- Move hints and timer
- Customization options

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Checkers Remove Ads | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Checkers ⊹?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Excellent game for skill
- 👍 Makes you think about your every move
- 👍 It's cool and entertaining

**Cons**

- 🐛 Poorly coded
- 🐛 Annoying
- 🐛 Ads after every game
- 🐛 Bad online multiplayer
- 🐛 Doesn't have option to ignore forced jumps
- 🐛 Terrible, won't let you choose your own moves
- 🐛 Absolutely hate this game, doesn't let you win
- 🐛 Glitchy, skipped opponent's turn
- 🐛 Crashed during first game
- 🐛 No option to turn off force jump
- 🐛 Battery hog
- 🐛 Wouldn't let me go on my second turn
- 🐛 Glitch where I can't move any of the checkers
- 🐛 Uninvited player, play is on level easy
- 🐛 Frozen frustrations, keeps freezing up

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Poorly coded
- Bad online multiplayer
- Doesn't have option to ignore forced jumps
- Glitchy, skipped opponent's turn
- Crashed during first game
- Wouldn't let me go on my second turn
- Glitch where I can't move any of the checkers
- Uninvited player, play is on level easy
- Frozen frustrations, keeps freezing up

**Most requested features**

- Game needs to facilitate both landscape and portrait options
- Difficulty levels need to be reviewed
- Add option to ignore forced jumps
- Add Russian rules
- Add option to play on Apple TV

## Recent user reviews (10 of 36)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkers/id1531212977/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Poorly coded

*2025-07-30, version 1.6.7*

This game forces you to take a move no matter what so your no even really thinking for yourself dumb idea and dumb game

### 1/5 — Annoying

*2025-05-27*

Trying to play my daughter who sitting right next to me and the thing just don’t work when your playing your friends. SMH.

### 1/5 — Ads

*2025-05-26, version 1.6.7*

Ads after every game. Turn data off b

### 3/5 — Options

*2025-04-22*

Game needs to facilitate both landscape and portrait options. 
Difficulty  levels need to be reviewed as well.

### 5/5 — Checkers

*2025-02-23, version 1.6.7*

Excellent game for skill

### 1/5 — Bad online multiplayer

*2025-02-06*

Do not get this app! Too many online multiplayer glitches, like, it says it is my turn outside the game, and it should be, but I enter the game and it’s not. Do not get it! YOU WILL HATE IT!

### 3/5 — Doesn’t have option to ignore forced jumps

*2024-11-28*

Game enforces the must jump rule. There is no option to ignore this rule.

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2024-11-07, version 1.6.7*

Won’t let you choose your own moves. Forces you to jump you opponent

### 4/5 — It’s cool but

*2024-10-18*

Why do they force you to move in a certain direction and the cpu can jump you…FIX IT

### 1/5 — Absolutely hate this game!!

*2024-08-25*

Does not let u make your own moves. Does not let u win at all. U have to go where it wants u to move ! Definitely cheating

## Frequently asked questions about Checkers ⊹

### What is this app?

This app offers a modern take on the classic Checkers game, allowing you to play in either a top-down 2D view or a beautifully rendered 3D environment. It includes features for playing against an AI, with friends locally, or online against other players.

### What are the key features of this Checkers game?

Key features include a choice between 2D and 3D graphics, advanced AI with six difficulty levels, online and local two-player modes, nine custom board themes, and helpful options like move hints and a move timer. It also offers extensive customization to suit player preferences.

### Is this app free to play?

Yes, the app is completely free to play with no locked options. It is supported by ads and offers in-app purchases, but all core gameplay features are accessible without cost. Free updates with new content are also provided.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

While specific device compatibility isn't detailed, the app is designed for mobile devices. It aims to provide a modern experience, suggesting it runs on current iOS and Android smartphones and tablets.

### Who is this app for?

This app is ideal for anyone who enjoys playing Checkers, whether they are beginners looking to develop their strategy and improve their skills or experienced players seeking a competitive challenge. It caters to both casual and dedicated players.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.7 — 2023-10-03

Bug fixes and optimizations.

### 1.6.6 — 2023-08-10

Bug fixes and optimizations.

### 1.6.5 — 2023-08-03

Bug fixes and optimizations.

### 1.6.4 — 2022-09-21

A few bug fixes, thanks for playing!

### 1.6.3 — 2022-08-05

Minor bug fixes.

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