Should I play the reti?

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ParadoxicalX

I feel that the reti could work for me because it limits their opening options so I can play very similar positions consistently, but I'm wondering where I could get some info on the theory, any advice?

streetflame

1. Nf3 typically transposes into a Queen's Gambit, English or KIA. So which of those do you want to play?

It's a nice move if your goal is to play an English but avoid the reversed Sicilian.

I play it to transpose to the QG. It seems to encourage my opponents to play the Chigorin, which I'm always happy to see.

 

blueemu

I enjoy playing the Reti.

 

DiscipleOfKeres

The reti doesn't limit opening options. It can transpose to everything because Nf3 is a universal developing move.

swarminglocusts

If you are knowledgeable of pawn structure then yes you can get good positions. If not its a transposable monster and you have to know even more theory in my opinion. 

ParadoxicalX

I appreciate all the advice, thanks everyone

newbie4711

Yes, it's true. 1. Nf3 can transpose into a lot of openings. For example after

1. Nf3 c5 2. c4 (English) or

1. Nf3 c5 2. e4 (Sicilian)

But mostly White will decide to what it will transpose.

 

Let_me_be_a_winner

Yea sure why not. Thou the only problem is facing the many things that it can transpose to. You just need to know you moves.

YouhanKim1

Yeah it's kind of complicated

magipi

Sure, play the Reti if you want, why not. It won't help and it won't hurt.

This is not the kind of thing that is worth thinking about. Openings don't matter at all. Making horrible blunders is what matters, and nothing else.

An example game: