The Scotch Game

The Scotch Game (1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.d4) is a great repertoire addition for any player looking for a solid yet active opening that relies more on understanding than mere memorization. The popularity of the Scotch Game grew exponentially after Garry Kasparov used it in his 1990 World Championship match against Anatoly Karpov, and the opening has remained in vogue ever since. In modern times, the Scotch Game can sometimes be seen at the highest level by players such as Magnus Carlsen, Fabiano Caruana, Hikaru Nakamura, and Ian Nepomniachtchi, all of whom have achieved overwhelmingly positive results with it. In addition to in-depth theory and exciting tactical exercises in the Scotch Game, this video course also includes a bonus section on the Scotch Gambit (1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.d4 cxd4 4.Bc4), a lively variation that often leads to very dynamic positions.