Шашки, also known as checkers, is a classic board game played on an 8x8 grid. Each player starts with 12 pieces, typically in contrasting colors, and the objective is to capture all of the opponent's pieces or block them so they cannot make a move. Players take turns moving their pieces diagonally and can capture an opponent's piece by jumping over it. The game has various versions, including international checkers and American checkers, each with slightly different rules. Шашки is popular worldwide and is often played casually or in competitive settings, making it a timeless game that challenges strategic thinking and planning.