Unleash Some Chaos With The Danish Gambit

The Danish Gambit is a dangerous attacking weapon for White. In this article, we give you everything you need to start playing it!

Tags: Chess Opening, Chess tactics, White Posted by: Nathan Rose

The Best High Percentage Chess Openings For Black

Which chess openings perform the best for Black, measured by results at master level?

Tags: Black, Chess Opening, Chess Play, Chess Strategy Posted by: Nathan Rose

The 5 Best Chess Openings For White

In this article, we offer the best suggestions for White based on a 1. e4 repertoire, against all the major options Black can try.

Tags: Chess Opening, Chess tactics, White Posted by: Nathan Rose

All You Need To Know About The Budapest Gambit

The Budapest Gambit is an aggressive chess gambit for Black which leads to attacking, dynamic games. In this article we provide an overview of the opening and what to watch out for when playing it!

Tags: Black, Budapest Gambit, Chess Opening Posted by: Nathan Rose

Outflank Your Opponent With The Reti Opening

The Reti Opening is a fabulous option if you like to play a modern game with multiple axes of attack, allowing you to outflank your opponent.

Tags: Chess Opening, Chess Strategy, Reti Opening, Richard Réti Posted by: Nathan Rose

Alekhine’s Defense: Is It Right For You?

The Alekhine’s Defense is a surprising chess opening for black. White is often taken aback by the unusual knight move in response to whites 1. E4. Here is all you need to know about the Alekhine Defense.

Tags: Alekhine’s Defense, Black, Chess Opening Posted by: Nathan Rose

King's Pawn Opening: What To Know Before You Use It

The e Pawn vs. the d Pawn

The player with the White pieces makes the first move in chess. Therefore, they are tasked with making the first decision about the character of the battle to follow, and often...

Tags: Chess Opening, King's Pawn, White Posted by: Nathan Rose

The King's Indian Defense - Is It The Right One for You?

A Combative Black Chess Opening Against 1. d4

Are you an aggressive, attacking...

Tags: Chess Opening, King's Indian Posted by: Nathan Rose

Caro-Kann Defense: Good for Beginners and Grandmasters

Great chess players from the past played the Caro-Kann Defense (1.e4 c6), which still appears regularly in tournaments among the world's best today. Choosing a solid opening does not mean you cannot play for the win. The Caro-Kann Defense allows...

Tags: Caro-Kann, Chess Opening, Chess Play Posted by: Chess Writer

Isolated Queen’s Pawn Chess Openings for White

When it comes to choosing chess openings for white, there is a lot to learn. Black has a wide variety of defenses to choose from, and you must be prepared to face them all. Choosing a middlegame theme, you know...

Tags: Chess Opening, Chess Queen, White Posted by: Chess Writer

The Colle System: Safe, Sound, and Strong

Even if you have shed the beginner label, the Colle System is an excellent choice for chess players wanting to spend less time learning openings and more of their time on endgames. The Colle System has been labeled a good...

Tags: Chess Opening, Colle System Posted by: Chess Writer

Master The Ruy Lopez and Become a Better Player

The Ruy Lopez chess opening has long been seen as white's best chance for an advantage after 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6. Many top players and coaches believe your improvement as a chess player depends on your understanding of the Ruy...

Tags: Chess Opening, Ruy Lopez Posted by: Chess Writer