# Capturing Pieces 2 (Chess)

> This course includes more than 1500 exercises with a lot of pieces on the board

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.capturing2](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.capturing2)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.chessking.android.learn.capturing2`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Chess King
- **Category:** GAME\_BOARD
- **Downloads:** 38,191
- **Rating:** 4.83 / 5 (171 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.4.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-21
- **First published:** 2016-11-10
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 29 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.chessking.android.learn.capturing2)
- **Website:** [https://learn.chessking.com](https://learn.chessking.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://chessking.com/android\_privacy\_policy.html](https://chessking.com/android_privacy_policy.html)

## Description

**Capturing Pieces 2 (Chess)** is a comprehensive training tool featuring over 1500 exercises focused on capturing undefended pieces and avoiding costly mistakes in chess. Designed for beginners already familiar with chess rules, this course helps improve tactical skills through a wide array of practical puzzles sourced from real games. Structured by piece type and difficulty, it offers a progressive learning experience.

This course belongs to the Chess King Learn series, which includes lessons on tactics, openings, middlegame, and endgame strategies. The extension acts as an interactive coach providing hints, explanations, and refutations to guide users through problems. Key features include multi-level challenges, the ability to play out positions against the computer, progress tracking, test modes, and cross-device synchronization via Chess King accounts. It also works offline and adapts for tablets, making it a versatile tool for chess enthusiasts seeking to enhance their gameplay efficiently.

## Rankings

- #335,919 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.chessking.android.learn.capturing2.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`

## Review summary

Capturing Pieces 2 is praised for its extensive collection of over 1500 chess puzzles that challenge users to consider safety and multiple captures, enhancing tactical skills and reducing blunders. Users find it easy to use, well-designed, and a solid continuation from its predecessor, providing valuable practice to improve counting and attacking abilities in chess.

### Pros

- Helps improve counting and attacking skills in chess.
- Contains a large number of exercises (over 1500).
- Effective in reducing blunders and improving tactical calculations.
- Multiple captures and safety considerations add depth to puzzles.
- Easy to use and nicely designed.

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