This is a command-line Chess game implemented in Ruby, allowing two players to engage in a classic game of chess. The game features standard chess rules, including piece movement, check, checkmate, and stalemate detection. It aims to provide a user-friendly experience while demonstrating object-oriented programming principles in Ruby.
- Two-player mode: Play against another human player.
- Standard chess rules: All pieces move according to traditional chess rules.
- Check and checkmate detection: The game automatically checks for check and checkmate conditions.
- Stalemate detection: The game identifies stalemate situations.
- Visual board representation: The chess board is displayed in the terminal with clear indicators for piece positions.
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Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/PivtoranisV/chess-game.git
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Navigate to the project directory:
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Install the required gems:
bundle install
- Start the game by running the main Ruby file.
bundle exec ruby main.rb- Follow the prompts to make moves, entering your move in standard chess notation (e.g., e2e4).
- The game will display the current state of the board after each move.
- Board: Manages the chess board, piece placement, and game rules.
- Pieces: Contains individual classes for each type of chess piece (e.g., King, Queen, Bishop, etc.), implementing their movement logic.
- Player: Handles player input and validates moves.