krestenlaust / krestenlaust/ChessGame

Missing forced checkmate in dead positions

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bug Core (ChessGame) enhancement
Dominant language
C#
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Description

Impossible checkmates in dead positions

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Research direction

Start by reviewing the chess move and checkmate-detection entry points for handling of dead positions, using the linked definition as the rules reference. Add a reproducible case for an impossible checkmate and verify that the engine rejects it; the issue names no files or tests, so the relevant locations must be found first.

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Assessment

Tech stack
csharp
Domain
game-dev
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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