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Trainer_Red99

I just started playing chess. Is it okay if I play gambits and sacrifice openings if I want to play very aggressive games? Even if I lose, I don't care about winning, but making fun and intense games.

I think keeping unbalanced risky games keeps both players in high adrenaline and sweating while both are running out of time. This uncertainty, call me a masochist, feels better than having a slight advantage in the opening. Is it possible for a beginner to make progress if he or she chooses this path?
Just tactics and risky openings from the start; putting both players in uncomfortable situations from the beginning. Someone told me to try the Jerome gambit, The Fried Liver Attack, The Danish Gambit, Halloween Gambit, etc.

https://www.chess.com/blog/Gertsog/top-7-aggressive-chess-openings

KetoOn1963

If you're not concerned about the outcome, or improving, and just want to have fun?  Then play whatever you want.

Trainer_Red99
KetoOn1963 wrote:

If you're not concerned about the outcome, or improving, and just want to have fun?  Then play whatever you want.

 

I do want to improve, but I'm also wondering if I can start from early on playing gambits or sacrifice openings to make risky / uncomfortable situations for both players. I think the difficult positions that arise can make both players look for tactics right away and feel the rush even in 15 + 10 games.

Trainer_Red99

Will this mindset slow, or even worst, stop my progress as a beginner?

blueemu

No, it's an OK way to teach yourself tactics. You might end up losing quite a few games because you don't have the skills yet to cash in on any tactics that do come up; but as long as you care more about creating learning opportunities than about scoring points, gambit play is fine.

KetoOn1963
Trainer_Red99 wrote:

Will this mindset slow, or even worst, stop my progress as a beginner?

If it brings you enjoyment playing this way, then go for it.

We all learn differently, and while your way may not be my way.  That doesnt mean it isnt a good way to study.  Having fun is half the battle.

sid0049

Find your own style and try to win and improve with that style.

The important thing is to also have fun!

sndeww

I rocketed my rating with gambits, but not the crazy ones (like halloween's, danish, etc).

Just the ones where if your opponent played stockfish-like, you'd still have a completely playable position, but still have traps where your opponent can go wrong.

EXAMPLES:

Evans gambit, Scotch gambit, Max Lange attack (gambit a pawn).

Trainer_Red99
SNUDOO wrote:

I rocketed my rating with gambits, but not the crazy ones (like halloween's, danish, etc).

Just the ones where if your opponent played stockfish-like, you'd still have a completely playable position, but still have traps where your opponent can go wrong.

EXAMPLES:

Evans gambit, Scotch gambit, Max Lange attack (gambit a pawn).

 

Did you feel a higher rush playing gambits than before?

Marie-AnneLiz
Trainer_Red99 a écrit :
SNUDOO wrote:

I rocketed my rating with gambits, but not the crazy ones (like halloween's, danish, etc).

Just the ones where if your opponent played stockfish-like, you'd still have a completely playable position, but still have traps where your opponent can go wrong.

EXAMPLES:

Evans gambit, Scotch gambit, Max Lange attack (gambit a pawn).

 

Did you feel a higher rush playing gambits than before?

YES! they are fun but for a beginner you will probably return to a more stable and in control opening soon because they are not for everyone.

Marie-AnneLiz

Marie-AnneLiz

sndeww
Trainer_Red99 wrote:
SNUDOO wrote:

I rocketed my rating with gambits, but not the crazy ones (like halloween's, danish, etc).

Just the ones where if your opponent played stockfish-like, you'd still have a completely playable position, but still have traps where your opponent can go wrong.

EXAMPLES:

Evans gambit, Scotch gambit, Max Lange attack (gambit a pawn).

 

Did you feel a higher rush playing gambits than before?

I would joke about drugs but that's not appropriate. you get my drift?

Marie-AnneLiz
Trainer_Red99 a écrit :

I just started playing chess. Is it okay if I play gambits and sacrifice openings if I want to play very aggressive games? Even if I lose, I don't care about winning, but making fun and intense games.

I think keeping unbalanced risky games keeps both players in high adrenaline and sweating while both are running out of time. This uncertainty, call me a masochist, feels better than having a slight advantage in the opening. Is it possible for a beginner to make progress if he or she chooses this path?
Just tactics and risky openings from the start; putting both players in uncomfortable situations from the beginning. Someone told me to try the Jerome gambit, The Fried Liver Attack, The Danish Gambit, Halloween Gambit, etc.

https://www.chess.com/blog/Gertsog/top-7-aggressive-chess-openings

 

An_asparagusic_acid

Play positionaly, that requires true skill.

sndeww
An_asparagusic_acid wrote:

Play positionaly, that requires true skill.

Why have skill when you could have fun

sid0049

Cuz its better having fun with ur skillz

Trainer_Red99
SNUDOO wrote:

I would joke about drugs but that's not appropriate. you get my drift?

 

My forum post titles purposely have clickbait vocabulary  :-)

KingKev52

Have never played vote chess before I think I might try it.

yugs7