I think its pretty good, especially against unprepared opponents. However, if they know some critical moves, you will have a tough time.
Halloween Gambit? Yes or No?
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Oct 16, 2023
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If you want to test it out, join this tournament: https://www.chess.com/tournament/halloween-gambit-2023-championship
As far as gambits go it isn’t very good. A space advantage really isn’t good enough for a two-pawn loss. If you want to sacrifice two pawns, play the Goring Scotch against the Open.
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Ethan_Brollier wrote:
As far as gambits go it isn’t very good. A space advantage really isn’t good enough for a two-pawn loss. If you want to sacrifice two pawns, play the Goring Scotch against the Open.
The sacrifice is not 2 pawns, but a piece. Maybe you had the Danish gambit in mind?
Oct 19, 2023
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#12
Im for gambit play in general, but giving up a whole piece for one tempo & some space seems like a bridge too far fpr me. That said however, If u choose to play this in blitz, below say 1600-1700/ you ill prob win some games with it. Don't expect to get it on the board often though, as the four knights opening is not very common.
later dudes
goommba88
Oct 19, 2023
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#13
magipi wrote:
Ethan_Brollier wrote:
As far as gambits go it isn’t very good. A space advantage really isn’t good enough for a two-pawn loss. If you want to sacrifice two pawns, play the Goring Scotch against the Open.
The sacrifice is not 2 pawns, but a piece. Maybe you had the Danish gambit in mind?
Maybe they meant points?
Hey everyone,
How do you think the Halloween Gambit stands against other gambits? It certainly isn't the most common...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xywIjvANEjc&t=6s