Chess Endgames

Endgame technique is what separates strong players from beginners. Start with these core topics.

King & Pawn Endings

Learn opposition and how to promote a lone pawn against a defending king.

The most common endgame type — cut off the king, activate your rook.

Understand when each minor piece is stronger in the endgame.

King + Queen, King + Rook, and King + two Bishops mating patterns.