ChessLoops implements the Woodpecker Method — solve tactical puzzles on repeat until the patterns become second nature.
Developed by GMs Axel Smith and Hans Tikkanen, the Woodpecker Method trains your tactical eye through repeated exposure to the same puzzles — each cycle faster than the last.
Work through each tactical position at your own pace. Every puzzle sharpens a different pattern.
Loop through the same set again and again. Each cycle, you'll solve faster as patterns become familiar.
Score 96% accuracy in under 5 minutes to prove mastery and unlock the next set.
Progress through harder difficulty levels. From Rook-ie all the way to Grand — your tactical vision grows with each set.
Each level contains puzzle sets spanning endgame, midgame, and opening tactics — calibrated to push your limits.
Race against the clock on each set. Watch your solve times drop as pattern recognition kicks in.
Track your accuracy, solve times, and progress across every set and difficulty level.
Master one set to unlock the next. A structured path from beginner tactics to advanced combinations.
Customise your board appearance. Pick the theme that helps you see the board most clearly.
Your progress is saved securely to the cloud. Pick up right where you left off on any device.
Every puzzle is hand-selected from the Lichess database, filtered by rating and tactical theme.
Download ChessLoops and begin building the tactical instincts that separate good players from great ones.