Scotch Game (C45)

C45 · Chess Openings Reference Guide
Openings Directory / Scotch Game

Target Position

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Engine Eval: +0.33

Master Game Statistics

Based on master-level chess games in the database.

White Wins: 41.7% Draws: 31.5% Black Wins: 26.8%

Strategic Overview

The Scotch Game (ECO code C45) is a key chess opening. From the starting board position, it is defined by the following move sequence:

Move Sequence (SAN)
1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4
UCI Move Path
e2e4 e7e5 g1f3 b8c6 d2d4
Repertoire Training

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