1000 high-quality puzzles for players rated ELO 2000
Encyclopedia of Chess Combinations vol. 1 (ECC vol. 1) is the definitive educational resource, featuring systematic, curated content designed for players at the ELO 2000 level. This material draws from the latest edition of the bestselling book by Chess Informant. Inside, you'll find Basic Level (ELO 2000) chess combinations to solve, each hand-picked and organized by theme for an engaging and effective training session. Move beyond the scattered, basic tactics found online—this Chess Sphinx offers consistent, methodical challenges, revealing deeper layers just as you master each technique.
This course is part of the Chess King Learn series (https://learn.chessking.com/), a revolutionary chess instruction method. The series covers tactics, strategy, openings, middlegame, and endgame, with content tailored for everyone from beginners to advanced and even professional players.
Use this course to expand your chess understanding, discover new tactical tricks and combinations, and apply what you learn in practical scenarios.
The program serves as a personal coach, assigning puzzles and providing support when you're stuck. It offers hints, clear explanations, and even demonstrates powerful refutations for common errors.
A theoretical section is also included, explaining key gameplay methods through real examples. This interactive theory allows you to not only read the lessons but also make moves on the board and explore unclear lines.
Program highlights:
♔ High-quality examples, all verified for accuracy
♔ You must enter all key moves as required
♔ Multiple levels of task complexity
♔ Various objectives to achieve in each problem
♔ Hints provided when you make an error
♔ Refutations shown for typical wrong moves
♔ Option to play any position from the tasks against the computer
♔ Interactive theoretical lessons
♔ Organized table of contents
♔ Tracks rating (ELO) changes throughout your learning journey
♔ Customizable test mode with flexible settings
♔ Bookmark your favorite exercises
♔ Optimized for larger tablet screens
♔ Works completely offline
♔ Sync your progress across devices—link the app to a free Chess King account and access one course simultaneously on Android, iOS, and Web
The course includes a free trial so you can evaluate the program. The free lessons are fully functional, giving you a real-world test before you unlock additional topics like:
1. Annihilation of defence
2. Blockade
3. Clearance
4. Deflection
5. Discovered attack
6. Pinning
7. Demolition of pawn structure
8. Decoy
9. Interference
10. Double attack
What's New in the Latest Version 3.3.2
* Added ability to run tests on bookmarks.
* Added daily puzzle goals—set how many exercises you need to stay sharp.
* Added daily streak counter—track consecutive days of meeting your goal.
* Various fixes and improvements
