It may sound disrespectful towards players of the past but due to the evolution in game and rise of chess engines, the current generation of players is the greatest of all. Magnus Carlsen is the best chess player of all time. Simply because in the modern era, chess has become a domain dominated by memory … Read more
Chess is predominantly male dominated due to a combination of historical gender roles, cultural perceptions and stereotypes that associate intellectual pursuits with men, limited representation and lack of visible female role models in the chess community, as well as structural barriers and unequal opportunities that hinder women’s participation and progression in competitive play. These factors … Read more
Yes, playing chess before bed can be bad, particularly if it involves offline games on a physical board, as it can consume a significant amount of time without much awareness and potentially lead to sleep deprivation. However, if it’s online chess like blitz or bullets and played in moderation, it may not necessarily be bad … Read more
Basically, there are two chess playing styles, tactical and positional. A tactical player is one who relies on tactics and tries to gain an advantage through tactical combinations, while a positional player is the one who is always looking to occupy important squares and gain a positional and space advantage. However, a player’s chess style … Read more
There are many different types of chess players, ranging from aggressive attackers and solid strategists to tactical wizards, endgame specialists, and positionally flexible players, each contributing their distinct style and approach to the game. In this article, we will take a look at each of these player types. Whether you’re a beginner, an intermediate player, … Read more
Chess has witnessed the evolution of various playing styles throughout the centuries. However, the most significant change lies in how players conceive and strategize their moves at the start of the game. While top-level players still employ traditional methods such as controlling the center with pawns, they have also become adept at mastering openings that … Read more
Chess has witnessed the evolution of various playing styles throughout its history. On the surface, there are two styles of chess, tactical and positional but in terms of approach there are many other styles like classical and hyper modern. While classical chess emphasizes control of the center, positional advantages, and gradual piece development, hypermodern chess … Read more
Chess is hard because unlike other board games the outcome is more dependent on skill rather than luck. Chess is logical, adventurous, and requires courage to make certain moves. In every position, there are several candidate moves but usually only 1 best move. Because of complexities like these, chess is a very hard game to … Read more
If you’re a 1700 rated chess player seeking some enjoyable and easily memorable chess openings, this post is tailor-made for you. I’m a 1700 rated player playing regularly online since 2017. And throughout this journey, there were many long instances, where the rating stopped growing. Whether you’re rated below or above me, I’m sure you … Read more
If you find yourself trapped in the 1300-1400 chess rating range for an extended period and want to go up, this article is for you. While a 1300 chess rating may grant you recognition among friends and enable you to secure a victory or two in local tournaments’ final rounds, it may feel limiting if … Read more