How to Do a Checkmate in 3 Moves (With and Without Capturing)

When it comes to winning a chess game in just 3 moves, it might sound surprising. However, it’s possible when your opponent makes a few bad opening moves. These quick checkmates are rare in real games, but they’re useful for beginners to learn.

They even teach you how to spot weak positions, use your queen and bishop smartly, and take advantage of early mistakes. In this blog, we’ll show you two simple ways in order to win a chess game in just 3 moves, one where you take a piece and one where you actually don’t. These tricks will help you feel more confident and play smarter right from the beginning.