If you're a slow player, it's an ideal place to stay.
Should I stay in Rapid 30 min games?
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I would add increments so you can’t get timed out.
Okay, thanks for the advice 
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Apr 13, 2025
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Yes. 30min gives you enough time to think and play your best. Fast games tech you to play badly without thinking enough.
Do not listen to whatever HangingPiecesChomper is about to say.
Do not listen to whatever HangingPiecesChomper is about to say.
I'm an old man with memory problems. I find that 10 min. games are good for me, also 20 min..
30 min for me are too long, I will lose interest and focus. I play the fast ones once in a while but I can't move fast enough.
In the end I guess whatever suits you and your circumstances the best.
Have a nice evening be safe and we!!.
You might check out the section 'Play Longer Time Controls' near the end of this article...
Improving Your Chess - Resources for Beginners and Beyond…
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Hello, as a beginner chess player, should I stay in Rapid 30 min games until I reach at least 1k rating? I've noticed that choosing any time-limit game faster than that would result in me facing significantly stronger opponents.