Multiplayer Chess Game

Overview

This project is a multiplayer chess game built using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and Socket.IO. It enables two players to connect over a network and play a classic game of chess in real time. The application provides an intuitive user interface and ensures smooth gameplay through real-time synchronization between clients.

Features

Real-Time Multiplayer: Play chess with friends or other players online using Socket.IO for seamless real-time communication.

Responsive Design: The game is optimized for different screen sizes and works well on both desktop and mobile devices.

Interactive UI: Drag-and-drop functionality for moving chess pieces.

Valid Move Detection: Ensures that players follow the rules of chess by allowing only valid moves.

Game Synchronization: Both players’ boards are kept in sync, ensuring a smooth gameplay experience.

Winner Detection: Automatically detects when a player wins (checkmate) or when the game ends in a draw.

Tech Stack

Frontend:

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

Backend:

Node.js

Socket.IO for real-time communication

Installation and Setup

Prerequisites

Node.js (v20 or later recommended)

npm (comes with Node.js)
License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

Acknowledgments

Chess.js: Used for chess move validation and game logic.

Socket.IO: For enabling real-time communication.

Inspiration from classic chess games.

Contact

Aditya Verma
Email: [email protected]
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