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<\/span>Chess Endgames: Everything You Need To Know<\/span><\/h1>\n

The endgame is the last phase of a chess game, in which most of the pieces are already traded off. Before the endgame, the middlegame<\/a> takes place. The exact transition from middlegame to endgame is often not clear. It might occur gradually, or even with a quick mass-exchange of pieces.<\/p>\n

In this guide we’ll dive deep into chess endgames and help you with valuable strategies, tips and tactics for the last phase of a chess game. Let’s go!<\/p>\n

<\/span>8 Key Strategies For The Endgame in Chess<\/span><\/h1>\n

Beginners are often overwhelmed when closing in on the endgame. Especially when the position is balanced, the opportunity for game-ruining mistakes are seemingly endless.<\/p>\n

<\/span>1. Learn Basic Checkmating Patterns<\/span><\/h2>\n

You’ll never win a game of chess, if you don’t know how to checkmate. Especially in the endgame, it is crucial to be able to finish off a game with confidence. Make sure to learn the following basic checkmates, which we sorted by increasing difficulty:<\/p>\n