One Last Game of Checkers

One Last Game of Checkers is a short game, with no instructions, no narrator. Just two people, a board, and something that is slowly tightening the air in the room.

How to play One Last Game of Checkers

• The players are not told who is who. But you get the sense: this is not a game. Every move is a way to stall for time, to delay something that is coming. Is it a farewell or a foregone conclusion?
  • "It's fine. We still got some light."
  • "I'm just gonna move pieces. At some point things will happen."
• They just keep moving their pieces, no strategy, no clear purpose. It's like they're trying to pretend that everything is okay. That this is just a normal afternoon. That they still have time.

Eyes Closed Before It Happens

• If you pay attention, you'll notice a small detail: one of the two always closes his eyes when something collapses. Like he's used to it. Like he's seen it many times.
• You don't know what "it" is, but the air gets heavier and the voices fade. In the end, there's only a thank you.
  • "Thanks for playing."
  • "See you again."

One Last Game of Checkers is an emotional game. If you've ever been with someone in their final moments, or felt like you couldn't hold on to something that was fading, you'll understand why this game can make your heart go a little cold. If you're looking for a date, try Dating Killmulator, a game that's been popular lately.