The Scotch Game – A How to Play Guide (for White and Black)

Quick Summary The Scotch Game is the third most popular opening arising from the King’s knight game (1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6) after the Ruy Lopez and the Italian Game. It fights immediately for control of the center by directly undermining it with 3.d4, which gives a spatial advantage that may be used by both sides. […]