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Ouk Chaktrang (អុកចត្រង្គ)

Ouk Chaktrang (អុកចត្រង្គ)

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OS:Android 5.0+Updated:Apr 25,2025

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Khmer Traditional Board Game: Ouk Chaktrang

One of the most beloved traditional board games in Cambodia is known as Ouk Chaktrang (អុកចត្រង្គ). This game, deeply rooted in Cambodian culture, has a unique name that reflects its gameplay. The term "Ouk" is believed to mimic the sound produced when a chess piece is moved on the board during a check. In the context of the game, "Ouk" specifically means "check," and it's a rule that the player must audibly announce this when checking the opponent's King.

The second part of the name, "Chaktrang," comes from the Sanskrit word "Chaturanga" (चतुरङ्ग), indicating its origins from ancient India. Similar to international chess, Ouk Chaktrang is a strategic game played between two players. However, a distinctive feature in Cambodia is that it often involves two teams of people, adding an extra layer of excitement and social interaction. It's common to see Cambodian men gathering to play Ouk Chaktrang at local barbershops or men's cafes in their towns or villages.

The ultimate goal of Ouk Chaktrang, like chess, is to checkmate the opponent's King. The decision on who moves first in the initial game is usually reached by mutual agreement between the players. In subsequent games, the loser of the previous match typically gets the privilege to make the first move. If a game ends in a draw, the players once again agree on who will start the next game.

Another Khmer Chess Game: Rek

In addition to Ouk Chaktrang, another traditional Cambodian chess game is known as Rek. For more details on how to play Rek, please see the Rek game section.

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