C50

Italian Game

One of the oldest and most classical chess openings. White develops the bishop to c4, targeting the vulnerable f7 square, and aims to build a strong center. Leads to rich tactical and strategic play with many famous variations.

78Sub-Variations
16Study Lines
18Deepest Line
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Key Lines

Giuoco Piano→Two Knights Defense→Classical Variation→Giuoco Pianissimo→Giuoco Pianissimo, Normal→Modern Bishop's Opening→Classical Variation, Giuoco Pianissimo→Classical Variation, Giuoco Pianissimo, with a6→