The last time we discussed chess with ChatGPT, it had plenty of strange comments and bad chess advice. Naturally, we stopped there, isn’t that right? On the contrary, in fact. We doubled down. We combined Gemini, an AI from Google, with the other AIs and put them against each other…
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Complete Guide on Hypermodern Chess
In the rich tapestry of chess, different strategies and theories have emerged over centuries, each leaving a forever mark on the game. One such powerful theory, and the focus of this comprehensive guide, is Hypermodern Chess. Born in the early 20th century, Hypermodern Chess turned traditional strategies on their head….
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Universal Opening System for Beginners
If you find an opening theory to be unattractive and find yourself wondering sometimes how to minimize opening study time, Universal Opening Systems may be the solution for you! I won’t get into the theory of these systems in this piece; instead, I’ll concentrate on the broad concepts that underpin them…
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Black Chess Openings for Beginners
Black Chess Openings Every chess game begins with the opening; there’s no avoiding it. The game’s remaining moves are largely determined by these initial moves. It is for this reason that mastering the opening can significantly enhance your performance! The top ten black chess openings to play as beginners are…
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Doubles Bughouse Chess
Do you enjoy playing chess against others, but occasionally you feel a little alone? Imagine being able to play chess with three other buddies at the same time. Discover everything there is to know about playing chess in a novel and fun way with Bughouse Chess! What Is Bughouse Chess?…
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Blitz Chess
While there are many other chess time limits, most players now prefer blitz chess, often known as quick chess. Let’s study up on blitz chess. What you should know about quick chess is as follows: What Is Blitz Chess A chess game with a quick time limit is called blitz…
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How to Reach the Zone In Chess Step-by-Step Process to Getting a Flow State
Introduction: in this post, I’ll go over how to enter the flow or zone in chess during our past chess games. A state of total focus and concentration, where one is completely engaged in one’s job, is referred to as “The Zone.” Players who have entered the zone frequently describe…
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Learn Basic Principles of Chess Opening
How should you start a chess game? In this article, NM Dane Mattson demonstrates the key principles of chess opening for beginners, that will help you get a good position early in each game! Control the Centre: Place your pieces in the best possible positions to take control of the…
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A Beginner’s Guide to the 10 Quick Checkmates
One of the most crucial things a new player can do to begin exploring the amazing maze of chess is to learn basic checkmates. You can save some quick defeats and possibly even score some quick wins by mastering these 10 Quick Checkmates! These ten checkmates are so crucial to…
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What is “En Passant” In Chess
One of the unique chess rules that sometimes catches the less skilled players off safety is En Passant in Chess. To guarantee that you are not taken off guard, make sure you understand this rule well! En Passant Rule In chess, a unique pawn-capturing move is called the en passant…