Explore the most critical and defining variations of the Open Games
This chess course is designed for club-level and intermediate players, offering comprehensive coverage of the theory and strategic insights for Open Games that arise after 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bc4. You will find detailed analysis of current variations and 630 practical exercises to solve.
This course is part of the Chess King Learn series (https://learn.chessking.com/), a groundbreaking chess training method. The series includes courses on tactics, strategy, openings, middlegame, and endgame, tailored to all skill levels—from beginners to advanced and even professional players.
By using this course, you can enhance your chess understanding, discover new tactical tricks and combinations, and apply what you learn through practical exercises.
The program functions as a personal coach: it assigns puzzles and provides assistance when you need it. You’ll receive hints, explanations, and even see powerful refutations for common mistakes.
An interactive theory section is also included, which teaches gameplay methods for specific stages using real examples. You can not only read through the lessons but also practice moves on the board and explore unclear lines yourself.
Program Features:
♔ High-quality examples, all verified for accuracy
♔ You must enter all key moves as required
♔ Multiple difficulty levels for puzzle challenges
♔ Different objectives to accomplish in each exercise
♔ Helpful hints provided when you make an error
♔ Refutations shown for common incorrect moves
♔ Ability to play out any position against the computer
♔ Interactive lessons with theoretical content
♔ Well-organized table of contents
♔ Tracks rating (ELO) changes throughout your training
♔ Customizable test modes
♔ Bookmark your favorite exercises
♔ Optimized for tablet screens
♔ Fully functional offline
♔ Sync your progress across devices by linking the app to a free Chess King account (Android, iOS, and Web)
A free version is available to try the program. The included lessons are fully functional, offering a real-world preview of the app before you unlock additional topics:
1. Chess Tactics in Open Games
1.1. Giuoco Piano (Italian Game)
1.2. Evans Gambit 4. b4
1.3. Two Knights Defense
2. Chess Tactics in Open Games
2.1. Giuoco Piano (Italian Game)
2.2. Evans Gambit 4. b4
2.3. Two Knights Defense
What's New in the Latest Version 3.3.2
Last updated on Jul 29, 2024 Added Spaced Repetition training mode – it blends incorrectly solved exercises with new ones and delivers the most suitable set of puzzles.
Added the option to run tests on bookmarked exercises.
Added a daily puzzle goal – choose how many exercises to complete to maintain your skills.
Added a daily streak counter – shows how many days in a row you've met your goal.
* Various fixes and improvements
