Fischer vs Greenblatt: History Of Computer Chess Video
For the second video in my new series on the history of computers in chess, I covered one of the most famous examples of human dominance over the early versions of Chess AI.
Bobby Fischer's legendary victory over the machine known as "Greenblatt"—named after computer programmer Richard Greenblatt—will live on forever as an infamous example of a chess engine's early ignorance to the initiative, the dangers of choosing material over king safety, and every human being's desire to exploit these materialistic thoughts!
Fischer dominated the machine in this exhibition match, and I hope you enjoy the video and written analysis of one of the most lopsided King's Gambit's ever!
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—Danny
Danny Rensch is an international master and Chief Chess Officer at Chess.com. After a successful scholastic chess career, Danny joined Chess.com as a co-founder in 2009. He directs the company's content, media partnerships, and professional chess events. Danny is an accomplished commentator and broadcaster, which he used to establish Chess.com's streaming and creator programs. He has channeled his lifelong passion for playing and teaching chess to advance Chess.com's mission of growing the game and helping people enjoy their lives through chess. With over 200 million registered users, Chess.com is the leading platform for playing and learning chess.
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Danny Rensch has released his highly anticipated memoir on September 16, 2025. Described as Educated meets The Queen’s Gambit, this powerful and deeply personal book dives into his upbringing in an abusive cult and how chess ended up saving his life.
