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Barnes Defense: what should White play?
Best move
Nc3+1.38
White to move. The engine's choice is Nc3 (+1.38).
- Games played
- 3.18M
- To move
- White
- Evaluation
- +1.38
- Depth
- 25
What else gets played here
Move choices from 3.18M games in the opening book, with the engine's evaluation of each.
| Move | Evaluation | Played | Games | White score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nc3Engine pick | +1.38 | 0 | 0% | |
| d4 | +1.49 | 0 | 0% | |
| Nf3 | +1.31 | 0 | 0% | |
| Ne2 | +1.16 | 0 | 0% | |
| a3 | +1.11 | 0 | 0% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best move for White in the Barnes Defense?
Nc3 (+1.38). White to move. The engine's choice is Nc3 (+1.38).
How often does this position occur?
This position has been reached 3.18M times in the opening book.