Turkish Checkers
- Players: 2 players
- Play time: 30 min
- BGG rating: 6.6
About Turkish Checkers
It is a common form of checkers widely played in the Middle-East, where it is known as Dama. Played on an 8×8 board, it differentiates with most other games of the Checkers Family because pieces move straight forward or sideways, not diagonally. When a piece reaches the last row it promotes to a flying king (Dama) which moves like the rook in Chess.
- Released
- 1400
- Age
- 6+
- Best with
- 2 players (BGG community)
Rules and prices
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How many players can play Turkish Checkers?
Turkish Checkers plays with 2 players.
What is the best player count for Turkish Checkers?
BoardGameGeek community voters say Turkish Checkers is best with 2 players (5 votes).
How long does Turkish Checkers take to play?
A game of Turkish Checkers takes 30 min.
What age is Turkish Checkers for?
The recommended minimum age for Turkish Checkers is 6+.
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