The game played on a board with 64 squares is chess. Chess is a strategic two-player game that involves maneuvering different pieces—such as pawns, bishops, knights, rooks, a queen, and a king—each with its own movement rules, to checkmate the opponent's king. The game is thought to have originated in India around the 6th century and has evolved through various cultures. Chess is celebrated for its deep strategic elements, and it can also be played online or in-person, making it popular worldwide. The skill level can range from beginners playing casually to grandmasters in competitive tournaments.