The course teaches users how to play chess, from how each piece moves to planning a winning strategy. The course is Duolingo's first since its music and math courses were released in 2023 .

Duolingo's new chess course starts at ground one, teaching users how each piece moves. Users will then learn how to spot tactical patterns and build a winning strategy, a news release states.

[Related: How to teach your kids to play chess.] To access it, Apple device owners—sorry, Android—simply need to download it from the App Store, then open an iMessage with your intended opponent.

See drama unfold written by local talent, attend a Caribbean festival, read the graphic novels that informed the most recent Superman movie, go to a country/rock concert or learn how to play chess.

Chess.com just wrapped up the Champions Chess Tour, a yearlong series of tournaments featuring the game’s top players, with $2 million in prizes. It was won by Mr. Carlsen.

Dommaraju unseated China's Ding Liren to become the new world chess champion. "Every chess player wants to experience this moment, and very few get the chance," Dommaraju said after the match.