Vienna Game: Max Lange Defense

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Opening Overview: Vienna Game: Max Lange Defense

"Diverging from the common Vienna Game (Bc5), this line chooses Nc6. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move directly controls e5 and d4."

The move Nc6 signals the Vienna Game: Max Lange Defense, guiding the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Plans should focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure and develop rapidly.

Structure: The board features a Fianchetto. With a draw rate of 35%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at -0.14.

Also known as: Vienna: 2...Nc6

Stockfish Analysis of Vienna Game: Max Lange Defense:
-0.14 Balanced
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Technical Details for Vienna Game: Max Lange Defense

  • ECO Code: C25
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 31% / B: 34%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: Vienna: 2...Nc6
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