I can't ever win at chess?

Question

It seems like no matter how well I do during the game I can never checkmate the opponent!

Answer 1

Sometimes Chess is hard, sometimes easy, it just depends.

Answer 2

Checkout the mating patterns as you scroll down the link.

http://www.chesscorner.com/tutorial/lear...

Answer 3

Sounds like you need to practice up on your tactics and your endgame technique.

You can start with this site:

http://www.entertainmentjourney.com/inde...

Chess tactics server is also good:

http://chess.emrald.net/index.php

(you'll need to create a user ID and password)

Also, practice up on your endgame play:

http://chess.about.com/od/improveyourgam...

Good luck to you!

Answer 4

here is a link to learn how to play chess

http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/ches...

they got some  STRATEGY suggestions as well.  

Answer 5

its best to move the middle pieces first then its easy to get the queen,bishops nd knights out

Answer 6

I'm like you. Read up a little bit. It should help.

I am very wary of making opening attacks. Also, when I do make a move, I do it without considering all pros and cons. Make sure that every position that you play you fortify your pieces.

Another tip, always make moves with a goal in mind. If you try to do this, you will be forced to think harder about each move.

You may play untimed games in the beginning to get you in the habit of thinking through each move. Also, learn to recognize patterns. Get hold of a book explaining mating patterns. Try "How to beat your dad at chess" to start. It will boost your confidence to see some mating patterns. Good luck.

Answer 7

chess is a game where you have to outsmart your opponent. you have to be one step ahead of ur opponent.